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England v India: Michael Vaughan 'staggered' by Headingley toss decision

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Michael Vaughan ' staggered' by England 's decision to field first at Headingley .

India piled on 359-3 on day one of the first Test at Leeds on Friday .

England captain Ben Stokes chose to bowl on winning the toss.

England have made a habit of fielding first since Stokes became captain in 2022 .

The previous six Tests on this ground were won by the team that fielded first .

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