England vs Zimbabwe LIVE: Dominant England Extends Lead on Day 2 at Trent Bridge
Trent Bridge, Nottingham – May 23, 2025 – England are asserting their dominance on Day 2 of the one-off Test against Zimbabwe. After a prolific opening day, the hosts continued their relentless batting, pushing towards a colossal first-innings total at Trent Bridge.
Zimbabwe, having won the toss and elected to field, are facing an uphill battle as England capitalizes on the batting-friendly conditions.
Live Score Update (As of 4:45 PM IST)
England: 578/6 (99.2 overs) (Zimbabwe elected to field)
The English batsmen are maintaining a rapid scoring rate, reflecting their aggressive approach in this four-day Test.
Day 2: Pope’s Heroics Conclude, Brook and Stokes Shine
Play resumed with England in a commanding position at 498/3. Overnight centurion Ollie Pope, who played a magnificent knock of 169* on Day 1, departed early on Day 2 after adding a few more runs. His exceptional performance was a highlight of England’s formidable display.
Following Pope’s dismissal, Harry Brook and captain Ben Stokes formed a dynamic partnership. Both batsmen have continued to score freely, with Brook showcasing his attacking prowess and Stokes playing a captain’s innings, steadily increasing England’s advantage.
Day 1: A Century Feast for England’s Batsmen
Yesterday’s play saw an incredible batting exhibition from England’s top order. Three batsmen notched up centuries:
- Zak Crawley (124)
- Ben Duckett (140)
- Ollie Pope (169)*
Their combined efforts propelled England to a stunning 498/3 in just 88 overs by stumps on Day 1. Joe Root also contributed a brisk 34. Zimbabwe’s bowlers, including Blessing Muzarabani, Sikandar Raza, and Wessly Madhevere, managed a wicket each but largely struggled to contain the flow of runs.
Zimbabwe’s Formidable Challenge Ahead
With England building a massive first-innings lead, Zimbabwe faces a monumental task. The visitors will need an extraordinary batting performance to respond effectively and remain competitive in this Test match. All eyes will be on how they handle the pressure once England’s innings eventually concludes.
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