IND vs ENG Live Score, 3rd Test: England closed the day at just 251/4, scoring at a 3.02 run rate in an old-fashioned Test play. But to the Lord’s crowd’s dismay, Joe Root remained stranded on 99 with Ben Stokes on 39. Nitish Kumar Reddy gave two quick wickets in the first session, removing both openers. But then, Root dug deep, adding a 109-run stand with Ollie Pope and then an unbeaten 79-run stand with Stokes. Ravindra Jadeja and Jasprit Bumrah bagged one wicket each. However, India will be worried about Rishabh Pant as he left the field with a split nail.
Earlier, England captain Ben Stokes won the toss and opted to bat first for a change. India dropped Prasidh Krishna for Jasprit Bumrah for the only change, keeping Arshdeep Singh on the bench again.
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Day 1 at Lord’s promises an enthralling start to the third Test, with both teams eager to seize the initiative. India, riding high after their Edgbaston triumph, will rely on Jasprit Bumrah’s return to bolster their pace attack alongside Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep, who claimed a ten-wicket haul in the second Test.
Captain Shubman Gill, fresh off a monumental batting performance, will look to anchor the innings against England’s pace-heavy attack, now featuring Jofra Archer. The Lord’s pitch, with its green tinge and expected seam movement, will challenge India’s top order, including Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul, who have been in fine form.
England, smarting from their collapse at Edgbaston, will bank on Ben Stokes’ aggressive captaincy and Joe Root’s consistency to counter India’s bowling. The hosts’ decision to include Archer signals intent to exploit early conditions, but their batting must withstand India’s disciplined attack. With clear skies forecast, uninterrupted play is expected, setting the stage for a battle of attrition.
The toss could be crucial, as batting first on a seamer-friendly pitch may be risky, but England’s ‘Bazball’ approach might tempt them to chase later. Expect a gripping day of Test cricket.
England vs India Head to Head at Lord’s
- Matches Played: 19
- England Wins: 12
- India Wins: 3
- Draws: 4
- Indian Victories: 1986, 2014, 2021
Lord’s Pitch Report Day 1
The Lord’s pitch for Day 1 is expected to favour seam bowlers, with a green top and some grass cover, unlike the flat tracks at Headingley and Edgbaston. The 8-foot slope from mid-wicket to covers will aid lateral seam movement, particularly for pacers like Bumrah, Archer, and Siraj. Early moisture may assist swing, challenging openers, but the pitch is likely to ease for batting as the day progresses if the sun shines.
Historically, first-innings scores at Lord’s are lower, with bowlers dominating early. Spinners may find some grip later if footmarks develop, but Day 1 will be a test for batsmen facing the new ball. England reportedly requested a livelier pitch after their Edgbaston loss, so expect pace and bounce to dominate proceedings.
IND vs ENG Playing 11
- India Playing XI: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Karun Nair, Shubman Gill(c), Rishabh Pant(w), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Akash Deep, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj
- England (Confirmed): Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (c), Jamie Smith (wk), Chris Woakes, Jofra Archer, Brydon Carse, Shoaib Bashir.
London Weather Report
The Met Office forecasts mostly sunny conditions for Day 1 at Lord’s, with minimal chance of rain. Temperatures will range from 17°C to 31–32°C, with high humidity at around 84% and light winds of 10 km/h. The warm, dry weather should ensure uninterrupted play, potentially aiding the pitch to flatten out as the day progresses, though early cloud cover could assist seamers. These conditions favour a full day’s play, setting up an exciting contest.
IND vs ENG Live Streaming Details
- TV Broadcast (India): Sony Sports Network (Sony Sports Ten 1, Ten 3, Ten 4, Ten 5)
- Live Streaming (India): Jio Hotstar app and website (subscription required: Mobile-only, Super, or Premium plans)
- Start Time: 3:30 PM IST
- Global Streaming: Varies by region; check local broadcasters like Sky Sports (UK) or Willow TV (USA).
India vs England Test Squads
India Squad
Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Karun Nair, Shubman Gill(c), Rishabh Pant(w), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Akash Deep, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Dhruv Jurel, Sai Sudharsan, Arshdeep Singh, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Jasprit Bumrah, Shardul Thakur, Kuldeep Yadav
England Squad
Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes(c), Jamie Smith(w), Chris Woakes, Brydon Carse, Jofra Archer, Shoaib Bashir, Jamie Overton, Josh Tongue, Sam James Cook, Gus Atkinson, Jacob Bethell
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