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IND vs ENG 3rd Test – Final Day Thriller at Lord’s
Author: Shubham Pathak | The Awaaz India
London, July 14, 2025 – The historic Lord’s Cricket Ground bore witness to one of the most dramatic Test match finishes in recent history as England defeated India by 30 runs in the 3rd Test match of the five-match series. The match had it all – swing, grit, collapses, partnerships, and raw cricketing drama.
🏏 Match Context: Series on the Line
With the series tied 1-1 coming into Lord’s, both India and England were desperate for a lead. While England had won the opening Test convincingly, India bounced back at Headingley with a powerful win. Lord’s was expected to be the decider in momentum — and it delivered.
🇬🇧 England’s Gritty First Innings
England batted first and posted 289 on a grassy surface that offered early movement. Skipper Joe Root held the innings together with a composed 84 while Ben Foakes contributed 52. Indian pacers Jasprit Bumrah (4/61) and Siraj (3/55) kept England under check.
🇮🇳 India’s Steady Reply
India responded with 280 – just 9 runs short. Rohit Sharma scored a fluent 66, while Shubman Gill held one end with a gritty 73. However, England's spin option Jack Leach took key middle-order wickets.
🔥 England’s Second Innings Collapse
With a slim lead of 9, England collapsed in their second innings to 183 all out. Mohammed Shami ripped through their middle order (3/27) while Ravindra Jadeja provided sharp turn. Yet, England had 193 to defend on a day 5 pitch – a challenging but chaseable target.
🧨 India’s Day 5 Collapse: From Hope to Heartbreak
India began the final day at 41/3. But it was chaos from the beginning. KL Rahul edged to slips, Rishabh Pant attempted a reckless shot, and Washington Sundar was trapped LBW. Within the first hour, India was reeling at 68/6.
In came Ravindra Jadeja and debutant Nitish Reddy, and they showed real fight. Their 40-run partnership ignited hopes, but a blistering yorker from Jofra Archer shattered Reddy’s stumps. Jadeja fell next after scoring a defiant 38.
India were all out for 162, falling short by 30 runs. Lord’s erupted, and England led the series 2–1.
📊 Final Scorecard Summary
- England: 289 & 183
- India: 280 & 162
- Result: England won by 30 runs
- Player of the Match: Jofra Archer – 7 wickets in the match
🧠 Tactical Highlights
- Smart use of short-ball tactics by Archer & Wood
- England capitalized on India’s poor shot selection
- India lacked middle-order resistance post-lunch
🗣️ Post-Match Quotes
Jofra Archer: “It was all about rhythm and patience. Lord’s brings out the best in me.”
Ravindra Jadeja: “We gave it all, but the shot selection let us down. Proud of the fight.”
Ben Stokes: “This is the kind of Test cricket England fans deserve. Relentless, passionate, and result-oriented.”
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📆 What’s Next?
The 4th Test begins on July 22 at Old Trafford, Manchester. All eyes will be on India’s comeback strategy and changes in the batting lineup. Will they bring in Prithvi Shaw or stick with experience? Stay tuned.
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