Chennai Test: India 156/6 at lunch, extend lead to 351 runs

Indian Captain Virat Kohli is bowled out by England`s Moeen Ali during the 1st day of the second cricket test match between India and England, at M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, in Chennai. Pic/PTI

India were 156 for 6 in their second innings at lunch on the third day of the second cricket Test against England here on Monday.

Virat Kohli's men have stretched their lead to 351 runs despite a less than impressive second essay.

At the break, Kohli (38) and senior off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin (34) were holding fort for the home side.

For the visitors, Jack Leach and Moeen Ali registered figures of 3/63 and 2/46 respectively.

Resuming day three from 54/1, India got off to the worst possible start as the hosts lost both Rohit and Cheteshwar in the first 15 minutes. Wicketkeeper Ben Foakes continued with his outstanding work, effecting two impressive stumpings.

Brief Scores:
England 1st Innings: 134 all out
India: 329 and 156 for 6 in 48 overs (Rohit Sharma 26, Virat Kohli 38 batting; Jack Leach 3/63).

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