Brook Falls on 99, Bumrah's Fifer Keeps Test in Balance as Rain Halts Day 3

Rain forced early stumps on Day 3 of the first Test between India and England in Leeds, with the match evenly poised.

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Rain forced early stumps on Day 3 of the first Test between India and England in Leeds, with the match evenly poised. After England gained a slender first-innings lead, thanks to Harry Brook's 99 and Bumrah's five-wicket haul, India's top order endured a shaky start. Jaiswal fell early, while Sai Sudharsan threw away a promising start. KL Rahul remained unbeaten, displaying calm composure alongside Shubman Gill. At stumps, India were 90/2 in 24 overs.

Earlier, England batters capitalized on erratic Indian bowling. With rain playing spoilsport, Day 4 promises to be crucial in deciding the momentum of the match.

Harry Brook ran out of luck on 99 before Jasprit Bumrah completed a well-deserved five-wicket haul to ensure a slender six-run first-innings lead for India, who bowled out England for 465 in an extended afternoon session on day three of the first Test here on Sunday.