KP double ton puts England on top

A mighty double hundred from Kevin Pietersen, his first century at home for nearly three years, put England in charge on day two of the first npower Test against India at Lord's.

Having last reached three figures in this country in August 2008, Pietersen chose the occasion of the 2,000th Test to score 202 not out, his fifth ton at the home of cricket, 18th century and third score beyond 200.

Pietersen's innings started doggedly, and he can consider himself fortunate to have survived a debated catch on 49, but by the declaration on 474 for eight, he was at his swaggering best. In all Pietersen had batted for over eight hours, hitting 21 fours and a six and passing 6,000 Test runs in the process.