England's players were "pretty clear" that Ollie Pope would bat at No. 3 against India well before the Headingley Test despite Jacob Bethell 's emergence. That is according to Ben Duckett, who said he had "goosebumps" watching Pope celebrate his ninth Test century after putting on 122 with him for the second wicket.

There was something about the way Ollie Pope celebrated his ninth Test century that spoke volumes about the moment's weight. After inside-edging a Jasprit Bumrah in-seamer towards the leg side, he scampered for the single and extended the run beyond the stumps with a yelp and a leap, a spontaneous burst of relief and joy.

Ollie Pope remained unbeaten on 100 after Day 2's play.