"You never know what's going to happen. It was a good wicket, a big oval and the outfield was quick. The target was gettable," said Cook, as economical with his words as he is with his footwork at the crease.

India, put in to bat, scored 274 for seven from their allotted 50 overs and made inroads into the England innings, sending back both the openers, for only 27 runs on the board, before rain washed out the rest of the day.