Gus Atkinson capped a five-wicket haul as the seam bowlers dominated on day two of the fifth Test between England and India. India reached stumps on Friday on 72-2 in their second innings, 52 runs ahead of England after they were bowled out for 247 earlier on at The Oval.

England’s early dominance fizzled out, as India managed to grab a certain edge with a slender lead by day’s end, setting the stage for a thrilling Day 3 at The Oval.

The first day of the fifth Test match between England and India at The Oval was badly disrupted by heavy rain and thunderstorms. England led 2-1 coming into the final game, with India needing victory to draw the series.