London, July 14, 2025 —In a heart-pounding Test match that swung like a pendulum across five gripping days at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground, England edged past India by 22 runs to win the third Test and take a 2-1 lead in the five-match series.
Chasing a target of 193 runs on a tricky final-day pitch, India stumbled despite a fighting unbeaten 61 from Ravindra Jadeja, falling short as Ben Stokes and Jofra Archer ripped through the Indian batting order in the final session of Day 5.
Match Summary: England vs India, 3rd Test at Lord’s
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England: 387 & 192
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India: 387 & 170
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Result: England won by 22 runs
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Series: England lead 2-1
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Venue: Lord’s Cricket Ground, London
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Toss: England won the toss and chose to bat first
Day 1 & 2: Root, Rahul, and Bumrah Steal the Show
England opted to bat first and made it count, with Joe Root playing a majestic knock of 104 off 199 balls. The former captain stitched crucial partnerships with the lower order, especially Brydon Carse, who added a valuable 56 off 83.
Jasprit Bumrah led India’s charge with the ball, scalping 5 wickets for 74 runs in 27 fiery overs, restricting England to 387.
India’s response was equally resilient. KL Rahul scored a masterful 100 off 177 balls, showcasing patience and poise, while Rishabh Pant played a counter-attacking knock of 74 off 112. The visitors matched England’s total with 387 all out, keeping the match delicately poised.
Day 3 & 4: Bowlers Dominate, Raza Spins a Web
The game took a dramatic turn as India’s bowlers, led by Washington Sundar, dominated England’s second innings. Sundar claimed an impressive 4/22 from 12.1 overs, spinning a web around the English batters. Mohammed Siraj chipped in with 2 wickets, while Root top-scored again with a gritty 40 off 96.
England were bowled out for 192, setting India a modest target of 193 runs.
Day 5: Stokes and Archer Deliver Knockout Punch
India began their chase confidently but soon found themselves under pressure. KL Rahul looked solid once again with 39 off 58 balls, but wickets fell at regular intervals, with the English pacers making the most of the seaming conditions.
Ben Stokes brought his trademark intensity to the bowling crease, scalping 3/48 in 24 overs, while Jofra Archer continued his impressive return to Test cricket with 3/55 from 16 overs.
Despite Ravindra Jadeja’s valiant 61 not out off 181 balls, the Indian batting unit collapsed around him. The hosts sealed victory as Jadeja ran out of partners, handing England a memorable win in front of a packed Lord’s crowd.
Key Performances
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Joe Root: 104 (199) & 40 (96)
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Jasprit Bumrah: 5/74 (27 overs)
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KL Rahul: 100 (177) & 39 (58)
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Ravindra Jadeja: 61* (181)
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Ben Stokes: 3/48 (24 overs)
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Washington Sundar: 4/22 (12.1 overs)
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Jofra Archer: 3/52 (23.2) & 3/55 (16)
