Ben Duckett<\/a>. The loss highlighted India\u2019s recurring problem: a fragile lower-middle order that twice allowed England back into the game. In the first innings, India lost their final seven wickets for just 41 runs, and in the second innings, their last six wickets fell for 31 runs.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIndia had multiple opportunities to close out the match but failed due to their tailenders\u2019 poor showing. This ultimately proved costly as England took a 1-0 lead in the five-match series.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
During the first innings, India looked poised for a massive total of 550-600 but collapsed dramatically, finishing at 471. Similarly, in the second innings, India aimed to set a target exceeding 420 but a cluster of wickets fell, allowing England to chase 371 comfortably.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The internet buzzed with criticism of India\u2019s non-existent tail, with many pointing out the lower order\u2019s inability to contribute crucial runs under pressure. Former India wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Karthik humorously summed up the situation on Sky Sports Cricket, comparing India\u2019s batting lineup to \u201ca dobermann dog.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI just saw on Twitter someone saying the Indian batting is like a dobermann dog,\u201d Dinesh Karthik said. \u201cThe head is good, the middle portion is okay, but there is no tail at all.\u201d<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n