In a gripping third Test at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground, England edged out India by 22 runs to take a 2–1 lead in the five-match series.
Batting first, England posted a competitive 387 in their first innings, with Joe Root anchoring the effort with a masterful 104. Jasprit Bumrah led India’s bowling attack with a brilliant five-wicket haul, keeping the hosts in check.
India matched England’s effort blow for blow, posting an identical 387 in reply. KL Rahul stood tall with a composed 100, holding the innings together amid tight English bowling.
In their second innings, England managed 192 runs on a challenging surface. India were handed a target of 193 to win the match and take a series lead, but the chase faltered under pressure.
Despite Ravindra Jadeja’s valiant unbeaten 61, India fell short, bowled out for 170. Ben Stokes and Jofra Archer delivered clutch performances with the ball, claiming three wickets apiece and breaking the back of the Indian batting order.
This win gives England a slender but crucial lead in what’s been a fiercely contested series. With two Tests to go, both sides will look to regroup and go again in what promises to be an epic finish.
