England makes 289-7 by close on day 1 of 2nd test

Ian Bell's third century in consecutive Ashes tests led an England recovery on day one of the second test against Australia at Lord's today, as the home side reached 289-7 at stumps.
Bell came to the crease with his team in deep trouble on 28-3, but his innings of 109 that spanned just over five hours, frustrated the Australians when they would have scented an England capitulation.
Jonny Bairstow hit 67 and contributed to a fifth-wicket partnership of 144 with Bell. But his late dismissal to a full toss from part-time leg-spinner Steve Smith, and the subsequent fall of Matt Prior, undermined England's rear-guard effort as Smith ended with 3-18.

Tim Bresnan, on 7, and night-watchman James Anderson, on 4, were the not out batsmen at close.