Anderson was doubtful for the Test following a reported injury to his thigh. However, scans revealed no damage, making him available for selection for the contest.
The pacer admitted his love for Lord’s, where he has taken 110 Test wickets at an average of 24. Following the end of the day’s play, he told the Daily Mail:
The 39-year-old had picked up a five-for against India during their last trip to Lord’s in 2018 as well. He took nine wickets in total to help England win the Test by an innings and 159 runs.
“There wasn’t much swing today” - James Anderson
After being outplayed on the first day, England fought back well to dismiss India for 364 before ending Day 2 at 119-3.
Anderson believes the conditions are ideal for batting heading into the third day. He urged the English batsmen to bat all day to close in on India’s first-innings total and even try and get a lead if possible. The pacer added"
He also expressed his sympathy for Haseeb Hameed following the youngster’s first-ball duck. Hameed, who is playing his first Test in five years, was undone by a full-straight delivery by Mohammad Siraj. Anderson said:
England will resume Day 3 at 119-3, with the in-form Joe Root unbeaten on 48. The skipper has Jonny Bairstow (6*) for company at the other end.
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