Watch: Drama! England’s Pope refuses umpire’s spin option, forces early stumps

 Ollie Pope’s surprising refusal to bowl spin under fading light led to an early stumps call on Day 2 of the fifth Test. Despite India’s aggressive fightback and a slender lead, Pope’s decision to halt play sparked debate, with England potentially sacrificing momentum. The day saw 15 wickets fall and India ending with a 52-run lead. Ollie Pope’s surprising refusal to bowl spin under fading light led to an early stumps call on Day 2 of the fifth Test. Despite India’s aggressive fightback and a slender lead, Pope’s decision to halt play sparked debate, with England potentially sacrificing momentum. The day saw 15 wickets fall and India ending with a 52-run lead.