Sat Jul 05 15:20:00 UTC 2025: **News Article:**
**India Sets England Staggering Target in Edgbaston Test; Gill Shines**
**Edgbaston, UK -** India have put England under immense pressure in the ongoing Edgbaston Test, setting a daunting target of 608 runs after a dominant batting performance. Opener Shubman Gill was the star of the show, notching a magnificent double century in the first innings and following it up with a century in the second, becoming the first player ever to score a double hundred and a 150 in the same Test.
India’s declaration came after amassing a substantial lead, fueled by aggressive hitting from Rishabh Pant and Ravindra Jadeja, who reached his half-century. England’s bowlers toiled tirelessly but struggled to contain the Indian batsmen on a pitch offering little assistance.
England’s reply got off to a rocky start, with Zak Crawley dismissed for a duck in the first over by Akash Deep. The home side face a monumental task to save the Test match, particularly with the prospect of batting under pressure in the evening sessions. England needs to bat cautiously overnight and make sure that they do not lose any more than one wicket
The visitors’ tactics have been questioned, with some suggesting they are aiming to mentally wear down the England batting line-up. The home side, known for their aggressive “Bazball” approach, will need to display resilience and skill to chase down the record-breaking target or bat out the remaining sessions to salvage a draw.
**Earlier:**
* England’s Nat Sciver-Brunt has been ruled out of the remainder of the T20 series against India due to a groin injury.
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