India takes a commanding position against England on day two of the one-off Test at Lord’s, building on a strong first-innings performance and a solid start to its second innings. England are dismissed for 170, giving India a first-innings lead. Kranti Gaud delivers a standout bowling spell for India, taking six wickets for 170 in the first innings and becoming the focus of the visitors’ breakthrough. After England’s collapse, India responds with batting led by Smriti Mandhana, who remains unbeaten at the close of play. Mandhana scores an unbeaten 69 while Smriti Verma contributes with an 88-run opening partnership. India ends the day at 154 for one in its second innings, which translates into an overall lead of 269. With England trailing and struggling to gain momentum, India carries control into the final day.