England opening batsman Marcus Trescothick, who scored an impressive 66 in the first innings of the first Test at Mohali, sent a message back to Taunton at the end of play on Monday saying: "I've been suffering from an upset stomach for the past two weeks and I'm getting a bit fed up with it."

"I'm still trying to get used to the conditions out here in India it's just so different."

Regarding the tour overall he said: "The team are all getting on very well, but security is high and we are restricted to the hotel in the evenings."

After watching his innings, the former Somerset Coach Peter Robinson, who played an important part in Marcus's early development, told me: "He batted well, and looked comfortable. What he needs now is a big three figure score.

"I was bit surprised at the wicket. It wasn't what you'd expect, after all their attack contained three bowlers who were inexperienced at this level."

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