BIRMINGHAM, England (Reuters) -India finished day three of the second test on 64-1 to lead England by 244 runs after they dismissed the hosts for 407 in the first innings at Edgbaston on Friday despite Jamie Smith's commanding and unbeaten knock of 184.

India closed out Day 3 of the gripping second Test at Edgbaston in a position of strength, reaching 64 for 1 at stumps and stretching their overall lead to 244 runs. With two days still to play, the visitors find themselves well placed to dictate terms against England in Birmingham.

Joe Root and Harry Brook settled the nerves in the England dressing room after the hosts lost three wickets for 25 runs.