England vs India 1st Test: Five things to look forward on Day 3

England skipper Joe Root will be under immense pressure, and will look to anchor the innings on one end. While he is known to play attacking cricket, Root can also play the blocking game. Others will be expected to counter attack - Reuters

R Aswhin's delivery at the close of stumps on Thursday was identical to the ball he bowled to get rid of England opener Alaistair Cook on Day 1. The turn Ashwin got is an indicator of what could be possible on Day 3, when a Test wicket - by nature - gives a little more assistance to a spinner - Reuters

Indian pacer Mohammed Shami was the pick of the Indian fast bowlers in the first innings, and a lot will rest on his shoulders. In the first innings, he bowled regularly above the 140-kilometre mark, and got late swing, troubling the batsmen. With the third day beginning with overcast, he has a good chance to exploit the conditions and produce a magical spell - Reuters

Ben Stokes, Johnny Bairstow, and Joss Butler have excellent limited over records, and while they have shown their mattle in the longer format of the game, they will be under pressure if the Indian line-up keeps it tight - Reuters

The Indian slip cordon will have to hold onto all the opportunities they get. Dropping catches, like Ajinkya Rahane did in the first innings, means a greater chance for England to score more runs - Reuters