India, June 30 -- The opening Test between India and England was a closely-fought affair, as the hosts ended up winning by five wickets. Chasing 371 runs at Headingley, Ben Stokes and Co. needed only 22 runs with five wickets in hand, with India taking the second new ball.

The hosts wrapped up proceedings in quick fashion. Jamie Smith smacked Ravindra Jadeja for a four and two sixes, winning the match in only two overs after the new ball was taken.

Speaking on ESPNcricinfo, Smith said, "The runs at that point (when Smith decided to go after Jadeja) were not too many, so I wasn't expecting him (Bumrah) to come on and bowl (with the new ball), but you're just never quite sure, especially in cricket."

"You don't know what will happen. I a...