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Matthew Cooper

5 talking points as Kraigg Brathwaite's mammoth effort ends England's push for victory

The West Indies were able to secure a hard-fought draw in the second Test against England in Barbados thanks to another resolute innings from captain Kraigg Brathwaite, despite England's best efforts to try and force an unlikely victory.

After resuming on 40-0 and a lead of 146, Zak Crawley and Alex Lees quickly brought up their first 50 partnership as England's new-look opening pair. However, Lees soon perished after they reached the milestone as he attempted to accelerate.

The Durham star was caught at deep midwicket off Veerasammy Permaul after going for a slog-sweep. And Lees was the first of several England batters to fall in quick succession as they looked to score quickly and set up a declaration.

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