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From Graham Gooch to Andrew Strauss, here's a look at five batters with the most Test runs scored at Lord’s cricket ground. Also, there is only one active player on the list; check the name inside.

From Graham Gooch to Andrew Strauss, here's a look at five batters with the most Test runs scored at Lord’s cricket ground. Also, there is only one active player on the list; check the name inside.

From Graham Gooch to Andrew Strauss: 5 batters with most Test runs scored at Lord’s cricket ground, only one active player on list

KL Rahul slammed his second hundred at the Mecca of Cricket (Lord’s), hitting 100 against England on day three of the third Test. His masterful inning won a million hearts, as alongside Rishabh Pant, he helped India stay alive in the match. He looked composed during his time in the middle, making English bowlers put in extra yards early in the first session. Soon after completing his hundred, his second of the tour, Rahul got out exactly on 100 off Shoaib Bashir (caught in the slip), but created a little history with that.&nbsp;KL Rahul had his name on the Lord’s honours board for the second time in his career, also becoming the second Indian player after ace quick Jasprit Bumrah to achieve it thus far in the ongoing Test against England. However, there is something more to Rahul’s 100 at Lord’s this time.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">At Lords, <a href="https://twitter.com/klrahul?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@klrahul</a> delivered yet again, his 2nd century on this historic ground, becoming only the 2nd Indian to do so. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ENGvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ENGvIND</a> 👉 3rd TEST, DAY 3 | LIVE NOW on JioHotstar 👉 <a href="https://t.co/YhqadvE3Be">https://t.co/YhqadvE3Be</a> <a href="https://t.co/IvPIBFIBKY">pic.twitter.com/IvPIBFIBKY</a>&mdash; Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) <a href="https://twitter.com/StarSportsIndia/status/1944019411385376989?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 12, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/suresh-raina-joins-virat-kohli-in-bashing-bcci-family-restriction-rule-gautam-gambhir-1752327851177">‘When chips are down, you need…,’ Raina joins Kohli in bashing BCCI’s family restriction rule</a> &nbsp;The record books say that KL Rahul getting out on a hundred at Lord’s makes it the 100th instance in men’s Test cricket when a batter got out on exactly 100, a unique record. Although that does no good to his Test numbers, it makes it memorable for the statisticians and the readers worldwide.<h3>Pant, Rahul among runs at Lord’s &nbsp;</h3>After dismissing England on 387 in the first innings, with Bumrah picking his 13th away five-for in Tests – a Test record for Asian quicks, the Indian batters made merry on this even-steven Lord’s pitch.&nbsp; &nbsp;After the visitors lost Yashasvi Jaiswal early inside the second over, caught in the second slip off returning Jofra Archer, Rahul and Karun Nair stitched a 61-run stand in challenging conditions to lift Team India. A brilliant one-handed catch in the first slip (by Joe Root) accounted for Nair on 40, before Chris Woakes removed Indian captain and batter in-form Shubman Gill, caught behind on 16 late on day two.&nbsp; &nbsp;Come day three, Rahul and Rishabh Pant made merry of the playing conditions. Although Ben Stokes deployed a negative approach midway through the first session, targeting Pant’s injured finger by asking him to play pull shots, both batters held their ground, but not for long.&nbsp; &nbsp;Just at the stroke of lunch, a direct throw from Stokes sent Pant packing on 74, breaking Team India’s momentum.&nbsp; &nbsp;After the second session resumed, Bashir got Rahul’s number on 100.&nbsp; &nbsp;However, two all-rounders, Ravindra Jadeja and Nitish Kumar Reddy, have since held India’s innings, helping them cut the deficit under 75.

KL Rahul had his name on the Lord’s honours board for the second time in his career, also becoming the second Indian player after ace quick Jasprit Bumrah to achieve it thus far in the ongoing Test against England. However, there is something more to Rahul’s 100 at Lord’s this time.

KL Rahul slammed his second hundred at the Mecca of Cricket (Lord’s), hitting 100 against England on day three of the third Test. His masterful inning won a million hearts, as alongside Rishabh Pant, he helped India stay alive in the match. He looked composed during his time in the middle, making English bowlers put in extra yards early in the first session. Soon after completing his hundred, his second of the tour, Rahul got out exactly on 100 off Shoaib Bashir (caught in the slip), but created a little history with that. KL Rahul had his name on the Lord’s honours board for the second time in his career, also becoming the second Indian player after ace quick Jasprit Bumrah to achieve it thus far in the ongoing Test against England. However, there is something more to Rahul’s 100 at Lord’s this time.

KL Rahul had his name on the Lord’s honours board for the second time in his career, also becoming the second Indian player after ace quick Jasprit Bumrah to achieve it thus far in the ongoing Test against England. However, there is something more to Rahul’s 100 at Lord’s this time.

Out on 100th 100! How KL Rahul’s Lord’s hundred made it beyond honours board

Former Indian cricketer and a World Cup winner, Suresh Raina, has backed and echoed Virat Kohli’s words, expressing displeasure over the BCCI’s rule change surrounding restricting players’ family time on away tours. Following India’s horrid tour Down Under, where they lost the series (1-3) and a chance to make it to their third successive WTC Final, the BCCI tightened several rules in a revised 10-point guideline; however, one of them made headlines for the wrong reasons. Although BCCI’s agenda was to keep the players focused on cricket, especially on away tours, limiting family time on longer and shorter tours, respectively, irked several high-profile players, including Kohli and Rohit Sharma.&nbsp;Per BCCI’s revised guideline, a player’s family cannot accompany them beyond 14 days on longer away tours that stretch 45 days and beyond, and for seven days on shorter away tours. &nbsp;While Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir backed BCCI’s rule change, saying the players are on national duty and not on holidays, Raina opposed it openly while speaking on YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia's show, saying, "It is very important to have family on tours. BCCI has taken a big decision that family is not allowed – I'm against this. You are sending them on a tour for two months… family should be allowed. It's not that they (family) are against the players, they (also) would want us to score runs and the country to win."&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/families-are-important-but-not-a-holiday-india-coach-gautam-gambhir-backs-bcci-rule-that-once-irked-kohli-rohit-1752227522339">‘Families are important…but it’s not a holiday,’ Gambhir backs BCCI rule that once irked Kohli, Rohit</a> &nbsp;Raina stressed how players need someone to talk to and vent out to during their lean patches on away tours, and if BCCI restrict their families from staying with them, it could lead to mental health issues.&nbsp; &nbsp;"You do have mental health issues. When you are going through a lean phase and there's an army gunning for your spot, then such issues crop up. You fear being dropped. When chips are down, you need someone to talk to. When you're happy, you seldom need anyone. But when you're down, you fear talking, thinking this may end up reaching the coach or the captain," Raina added.<h3>Fear of repercussion&nbsp; &nbsp;</h3>Being part of the Indian dressing room for over a decade, Raina knows what it’s like not to talk about the issues one deals with.&nbsp; &nbsp;"So out of hesitation, players don't speak out," he said. "Imagine Virat Kohli playing, his daughter clapping – it's such a proud moment. He will set the stage on fire," Raina concluded.

Although BCCI’s agenda was to keep the players focused on cricket, especially on away tours, limiting family time on longer and shorter tours, respectively, irked several high-profile players, including Kohli and Rohit Sharma.

Former Indian cricketer and a World Cup winner, Suresh Raina, has backed and echoed Virat Kohli’s words, expressing displeasure over the BCCI’s rule change surrounding restricting players’ family time on away tours. Following India’s horrid tour Down Under, where they lost the series (1-3) and a chance to make it to their third successive WTC Final, the BCCI tightened several rules in a revised 10-point guideline; however, one of them made headlines for the wrong reasons. Although BCCI’s agenda was to keep the players focused on cricket, especially on away tours, limiting family time on longer and shorter tours, respectively, irked several high-profile players, including Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Per BCCI’s revised guideline, a player’s family cannot accompany them beyond 14 days on longer away tours that stretch 45 days and beyond, and for seven days on shorter away tours. While Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir backed BCCI’s rule change, saying the players are on national duty and not on holidays, Raina opposed it openly while speaking on YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia's show, saying, "It is very important to have family on tours. BCCI has taken a big decision that family is not allowed – I'm against this. You are sending them on a tour for two months… family should be allowed. It's not that they (family) are against the players, they (also) would want us to score runs and the country to win." Also read | ‘Families are important…but it’s not a holiday,’ Gambhir backs BCCI rule that once irked Kohli, Rohit Raina stressed how players need someone to talk to and vent out to during their lean patches on away tours, and if BCCI restrict their families from staying with them, it could lead to mental health issues. "You do have mental health issues. When you are going through a lean phase and there's an army gunning for your spot, then such issues crop up. You fear being dropped. When chips are down, you need someone to talk to. When you're happy, you seldom need anyone. But when you're down, you fear talking, thinking this may end up reaching the coach or the captain," Raina added. Fear of repercussion Being part of the Indian dressing room for over a decade, Raina knows what it’s like not to talk about the issues one deals with. "So out of hesitation, players don't speak out," he said. "Imagine Virat Kohli playing, his daughter clapping – it's such a proud moment. He will set the stage on fire," Raina concluded.

Although BCCI’s agenda was to keep the players focused on cricket, especially on away tours, limiting family time on longer and shorter tours, respectively, irked several high-profile players, including Kohli and Rohit Sharma.

‘When chips are down, you need…,’ Raina joins Kohli in bashing BCCI’s family restriction rule

From Shahid Afridi to Corey Anderson, here's a look at six players with the longest sixes in international cricket. The player at the second position will shock you.

From Shahid Afridi to Corey Anderson, here's a look at six players with the longest sixes in international cricket. The player at the second position will shock you.

From Shahid Afridi to Corey Anderson: 6 players with longest sixes in international cricket, one name will shock you

Pakistan fast bowling legend Wasim Akram on Saturday hailed Australia's Mitchell Starc as a "modern-day great" for reaching 100 Test appearances.Starc, who draws comparisons with fellow left-arm quick Akram, will reach the milestone later Saturday when the third Test against the West Indies begins in Jamaica.&nbsp;"It is a big deal in this day and age to reach 100 Tests, congratulations to Starc," Akram told AFP. &nbsp;“That shows the quality and resolve of the man.”&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/day-night-test-australia-could-deny-nathan-lyon-a-shot-at-history-in-pink-ball-tie-know-how-pat-cummins-1752319819295">Day/Night Test: Australia could deny Nathan Lyon a shot at history in pink-ball tie, know how</a>&nbsp;The 35-year-old becomes the 83rd player and 16th Australian to play 100 Tests, and only the second Australian fast bowler after Glenn McGrath.&nbsp;"To play 100 Tests shows how consistent Starc has been and also shows where his priorities lie -- that is to play red-ball cricket," said Akram. &nbsp;“He has also played Twenty20 and league cricket, but his career in Test cricket is way ahead, and to me he is a modern-day great.”&nbsp;Starc stands on 395 Test wickets, so has the tantalising prospect of taking his landmark 400th wicket during his 100th Test. His strike rate is remarkably similar to Akram, who retired in 2002 after taking 414 wickets in 104 Tests.&nbsp;Both players, said Akram, had suffered injuries to "every joint, every part of the body" during their careers.&nbsp;&nbsp;"People often compare us, but we have played in different eras," said Akram. "He's got the pace, he's got the swing and he's bowling very intelligently to the new batsman, especially with the new ball."&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.&nbsp;

The 35-year-old becomes the 83rd player and 16th Australian to play 100 Tests, and only the second Australian fast bowler after Glenn McGrath.

Pakistan fast bowling legend Wasim Akram on Saturday hailed Australia's Mitchell Starc as a "modern-day great" for reaching 100 Test appearances. Starc, who draws comparisons with fellow left-arm quick Akram, will reach the milestone later Saturday when the third Test against the West Indies begins in Jamaica. "It is a big deal in this day and age to reach 100 Tests, congratulations to Starc," Akram told AFP. “That shows the quality and resolve of the man.” Also read | Day/Night Test: Australia could deny Nathan Lyon a shot at history in pink-ball tie, know how The 35-year-old becomes the 83rd player and 16th Australian to play 100 Tests, and only the second Australian fast bowler after Glenn McGrath. "To play 100 Tests shows how consistent Starc has been and also shows where his priorities lie -- that is to play red-ball cricket," said Akram. “He has also played Twenty20 and league cricket, but his career in Test cricket is way ahead, and to me he is a modern-day great.” Starc stands on 395 Test wickets, so has the tantalising prospect of taking his landmark 400th wicket during his 100th Test. His strike rate is remarkably similar to Akram, who retired in 2002 after taking 414 wickets in 104 Tests. Both players, said Akram, had suffered injuries to "every joint, every part of the body" during their careers. "People often compare us, but we have played in different eras," said Akram. "He's got the pace, he's got the swing and he's bowling very intelligently to the new batsman, especially with the new ball." Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

The 35-year-old becomes the 83rd player and 16th Australian to play 100 Tests, and only the second Australian fast bowler after Glenn McGrath.

Pakistan legend hails ‘modern-day’ great Starc on 100-Test milestone

Nathan Lyon could be denied a shot at history as Australian captain Pat Cummins feels puzzled picking the playing XI for the third and final Test against West Indies, a Day/Night affair, at Sabina Park starting Saturday (Jul 12). Sitting at the seventh spot on the list of bowlers with the most Test wickets (562), one short of equaling Glenn McGrath’s record as the second-most for an Australian behind late Shane Warne, Lyon could fail to make it to the side for the first time in 12 years, Cummins hinted on match eve. Should the selectors drop the off-spinner for a pacer, he will have to wait for another five months to enter the record book.&nbsp;A combination of pink ball and playing conditions at Sabina Park could force Australia to do something they have not done in over a decade - bench their best spinner regardless of the pitch. Although they have already won the series, the Australian Team wishes to tick off their first away Day/Night Test win and whitewash West Indies.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/no-white-ball-for-cricket-for-pat-cummins-before-october-as-australian-captain-prepares-for-home-ashes-2025-england-1752316522166">No white-ball for cricket for Pat Cummins before October as Australian captain prepares for Ashes</a> &nbsp;Meanwhile, barring three Tests that Lyon missed during the last away Ashes (in 2023) due to a calf injury, he hasn’t been absent from a red-ball game since one against England in 2013. Asked if Australia would punt on benching Lyon for a pacer in the pink-ball tie, Cummins said, "I think everything's an option. We honestly haven't settled on it. We all left yesterday and thought we'd just sleep on it, come back and have a look and make up our mind today." &nbsp;In a series dominated by the quicks, Lyon has picked up nine wickets in two Tests at 18.33, including six in the second Test in Grenada, but Cummins said he needs to consider the conditions before picking the final XI.&nbsp; &nbsp;"[There are] a few more unknowns…I think mainly pink ball and trying to get our heads around exactly what it's going to do," Cummins said before the training session. "That last session [under lights] might be a little bit longer than Adelaide." &nbsp;The third Test at Sabina Park will begin at 00:00 hrs on Sunday (Jul 13) IST.&nbsp;

A combination of pink ball and playing conditions at Sabina Park could force Australia to do something they have not done in over a decade - bench their best spinner regardless of the pitch.

Nathan Lyon could be denied a shot at history as Australian captain Pat Cummins feels puzzled picking the playing XI for the third and final Test against West Indies, a Day/Night affair, at Sabina Park starting Saturday (Jul 12). Sitting at the seventh spot on the list of bowlers with the most Test wickets (562), one short of equaling Glenn McGrath’s record as the second-most for an Australian behind late Shane Warne, Lyon could fail to make it to the side for the first time in 12 years, Cummins hinted on match eve. Should the selectors drop the off-spinner for a pacer, he will have to wait for another five months to enter the record book. A combination of pink ball and playing conditions at Sabina Park could force Australia to do something they have not done in over a decade - bench their best spinner regardless of the pitch. Although they have already won the series, the Australian Team wishes to tick off their first away Day/Night Test win and whitewash West Indies. Also read | No white-ball for cricket for Pat Cummins before October as Australian captain prepares for Ashes Meanwhile, barring three Tests that Lyon missed during the last away Ashes (in 2023) due to a calf injury, he hasn’t been absent from a red-ball game since one against England in 2013. Asked if Australia would punt on benching Lyon for a pacer in the pink-ball tie, Cummins said, "I think everything's an option. We honestly haven't settled on it. We all left yesterday and thought we'd just sleep on it, come back and have a look and make up our mind today." In a series dominated by the quicks, Lyon has picked up nine wickets in two Tests at 18.33, including six in the second Test in Grenada, but Cummins said he needs to consider the conditions before picking the final XI. "[There are] a few more unknowns…I think mainly pink ball and trying to get our heads around exactly what it's going to do," Cummins said before the training session. "That last session [under lights] might be a little bit longer than Adelaide." The third Test at Sabina Park will begin at 00:00 hrs on Sunday (Jul 13) IST.

A combination of pink ball and playing conditions at Sabina Park could force Australia to do something they have not done in over a decade - bench their best spinner regardless of the pitch.

Day/Night Test: Australia could deny Nathan Lyon a shot at history in pink-ball tie, know how

Australia Test and ODI captain Pat Cummins will miss the home ODIs and T20Is against South Africa starting next month to prepare for the Ashes later this year. Currently in the Caribbean for the Test series against West Indies, and having won the first two matches, with the third and final one starting Saturday (Jul 12) in Jamaica, Cummins had already been rested for the five T20Is that follow, alongside seamer Mitchell Starc and all-rounder Travis Head. Josh Hazlewood will also return home after the Test series, despite being picked in the T20I squad, with backup quick Xavier Bartlett named as his replacement.&nbsp;While Hazlewood will play the home series against the Proteas, including three T20Is and as many ODIs, played across Darwin, Cairns and Mackay, Cummins will return to the training base ahead of the marquee home summer. The fast bowler, however, eyes return during a short tour to New Zealand in early October and a handful of white-ball matches against India later. Not only this, but Cummins also plans to feature in the Sheffield Shield before the English Team reaches Aussie shores for the away Ashes.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ind-vs-eng-joe-root-suggests-this-new-rule-amid-ball-change-controversy-in-lord-s-test-1752298319890">IND vs ENG: Joe Root suggests THIS new rule amid ball change controversy in Lord's Test</a> &nbsp;"I'll have a good training block for the next couple of months, six weeks or so," Cummins said to reporters at Sabina Park ahead of the Pink Ball Test against West Indies.&nbsp; &nbsp;"Probably not bowling, but lots of gym work. [My] body feels pretty good, but there's always little bits and pieces you're always trying to get right and then build up for the summer. So it'll probably look like white-ball [cricket]…we've got some [matches against] New Zealand, India, potentially a Shield game and then into the home summer,” he continued.<h3>More action for uncertain top three &nbsp;</h3>Despite Australia beating the West Indies in the first two matches, not all of their players are in form, especially the top three, including Sam Konstas, Usman Khawaja and Cameron Green. While veteran Khawaja is unlikely to play any cricket until Shield season begins ahead of the home summer, Konstas and Green have plenty to play for. &nbsp;Konstas and Green have two innings each in the final Test to impress the selectors and push their case for the home Ashes. &nbsp;"There's a lot of Shield cricket to come and some Aussie A stuff as well," Cummins said on the significance of the final Test in the West Indies. "I think [if] you do well at Test level, any time it's going to kind of make your case more compelling. I think there's a bit of a connection to the summer, but it feels a long way away at the moment."

Cummins had already been rested for the five T20Is against West Indies, alongside seamer Mitchell Starc and all-rounder Travis Head.

Australia Test and ODI captain Pat Cummins will miss the home ODIs and T20Is against South Africa starting next month to prepare for the Ashes later this year. Currently in the Caribbean for the Test series against West Indies, and having won the first two matches, with the third and final one starting Saturday (Jul 12) in Jamaica, Cummins had already been rested for the five T20Is that follow, alongside seamer Mitchell Starc and all-rounder Travis Head. Josh Hazlewood will also return home after the Test series, despite being picked in the T20I squad, with backup quick Xavier Bartlett named as his replacement. While Hazlewood will play the home series against the Proteas, including three T20Is and as many ODIs, played across Darwin, Cairns and Mackay, Cummins will return to the training base ahead of the marquee home summer. The fast bowler, however, eyes return during a short tour to New Zealand in early October and a handful of white-ball matches against India later. Not only this, but Cummins also plans to feature in the Sheffield Shield before the English Team reaches Aussie shores for the away Ashes. Also read | IND vs ENG: Joe Root suggests THIS new rule amid ball change controversy in Lord's Test "I'll have a good training block for the next couple of months, six weeks or so," Cummins said to reporters at Sabina Park ahead of the Pink Ball Test against West Indies. "Probably not bowling, but lots of gym work. [My] body feels pretty good, but there's always little bits and pieces you're always trying to get right and then build up for the summer. So it'll probably look like white-ball [cricket]…we've got some [matches against] New Zealand, India, potentially a Shield game and then into the home summer,” he continued. More action for uncertain top three Despite Australia beating the West Indies in the first two matches, not all of their players are in form, especially the top three, including Sam Konstas, Usman Khawaja and Cameron Green. While veteran Khawaja is unlikely to play any cricket until Shield season begins ahead of the home summer, Konstas and Green have plenty to play for. Konstas and Green have two innings each in the final Test to impress the selectors and push their case for the home Ashes. "There's a lot of Shield cricket to come and some Aussie A stuff as well," Cummins said on the significance of the final Test in the West Indies. "I think [if] you do well at Test level, any time it's going to kind of make your case more compelling. I think there's a bit of a connection to the summer, but it feels a long way away at the moment."

Cummins had already been rested for the five T20Is against West Indies, alongside seamer Mitchell Starc and all-rounder Travis Head.

No white-ball for cricket for Pat Cummins before October as Australian captain prepares for Ashes

From touching Axar Patel feet to giving fiery send-offs to New Zealand batters, here is a look at the top five Virat Kohli most talked about on-field reactions.

From touching Axar Patel's feet to giving fiery send-offs to New Zealand batters, here's a look at the top five Virat Kohli's most talked about on-field reactions.

Virat Kohli's most talked about on-field reactions: From touching Axar Patel's feet to giving fiery send-offs

From Shubman Gill to Joe Root, here is a look at five fittest players in India vs England Test series 2025. This list also includes Ravindra Jadeja, Harry Brook and KL Rahul.

From Shubman Gill to Joe Root, here's a look at five fittest players in India vs England Test series 2025. This list also includes Ravindra Jadeja, Harry Brook and KL Rahul.

From Shubman Gill to Joe Root: 5 fittest players in India vs England Test series

The ongoing Lord’s Test has sparked controversy regarding the use of the ball as the Indian captain Shubman Gill was in the spotlight on Friday (July 11). The Indian skipper opted to change the ball twice during the opening session of Day 2 as it sparked a new row. While the new ball was of help to Indian bowlers, Gill complained about the wear of the ball which was changed not once but twice. Now jumping into the controversy, England batter Joe Root has suggested a change in rule that could help batters.<h2>Root suggests THIS rule change</h2>"I personally think that if you want to keep getting the ball changed then each team gets three challenges every 80 overs and that's it, if you want to get it changed," Root said. "But the rings have to be the right size, not too big.&nbsp;"That would be a nice way of compromising and saying it's not all on the manufacturer. Sometimes these things happen but you can't just keep asking and wasting time and slowing the game down at the same time."&nbsp;India had a ball changed after just 10.3 overs because it went out of shape and failed the ring test. The ball they gave up had swung 2.6 times more than the one that replaced it - and had already brought Jasprit Bumrah three wickets in a burst of 14 deliveries early in the morning. India captain Shubman Gill clearly felt the new ball wasn't quite like-for-like, sparking yet another round of what's become a familiar sight this series - both teams remonstrating with the umpires.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-dilip-vengsarkar-to-rahul-dravid-5-indian-batters-with-the-most-test-runs-at-lord-s-cricket-ground-sunil-gavaskar-vinoo-mankad-gundappa-viswanath-1751971407270">From Dilip Vengsarkar to Rahul Dravid, 5 Indian batters with the most Test runs at Lord’s Cricket Ground</a>&nbsp;The International Cricket Council (ICC) is yet to comment on the row which has seen a frequent wear of the duke ball. On the other hand, a change in ball at irregular intervals could spark more controversy as it could affect the flow of the match and thereby the series.&nbsp;The change in ball on Day 2 did see Bumrah script history as he became the latest Indian bowler to emboss his name on the Lord’s Honours Board with figures of 74/5. England were bowled out for 387 after being 271/7 at one stage as Root amassed 104 while the visitors closed the day at 145/3 with KL Rahul (53) and Rishabh Pant (19) in the middle.

Shubman Gill opted to change the ball twice during the opening session of Day 2 as it sparked a new row. While the new ball was of help to Indian bowlers, Gill complained about the wear of the ball which was changed not once but twice. 

The ongoing Lord’s Test has sparked controversy regarding the use of the ball as the Indian captain Shubman Gill was in the spotlight on Friday (July 11). The Indian skipper opted to change the ball twice during the opening session of Day 2 as it sparked a new row. While the new ball was of help to Indian bowlers, Gill complained about the wear of the ball which was changed not once but twice. Now jumping into the controversy, England batter Joe Root has suggested a change in rule that could help batters. Root suggests THIS rule change "I personally think that if you want to keep getting the ball changed then each team gets three challenges every 80 overs and that's it, if you want to get it changed," Root said. "But the rings have to be the right size, not too big. "That would be a nice way of compromising and saying it's not all on the manufacturer. Sometimes these things happen but you can't just keep asking and wasting time and slowing the game down at the same time." India had a ball changed after just 10.3 overs because it went out of shape and failed the ring test. The ball they gave up had swung 2.6 times more than the one that replaced it - and had already brought Jasprit Bumrah three wickets in a burst of 14 deliveries early in the morning. India captain Shubman Gill clearly felt the new ball wasn't quite like-for-like, sparking yet another round of what's become a familiar sight this series - both teams remonstrating with the umpires. ALSO READ | From Dilip Vengsarkar to Rahul Dravid, 5 Indian batters with the most Test runs at Lord’s Cricket Ground The International Cricket Council (ICC) is yet to comment on the row which has seen a frequent wear of the duke ball. On the other hand, a change in ball at irregular intervals could spark more controversy as it could affect the flow of the match and thereby the series. The change in ball on Day 2 did see Bumrah script history as he became the latest Indian bowler to emboss his name on the Lord’s Honours Board with figures of 74/5. England were bowled out for 387 after being 271/7 at one stage as Root amassed 104 while the visitors closed the day at 145/3 with KL Rahul (53) and Rishabh Pant (19) in the middle.

Shubman Gill opted to change the ball twice during the opening session of Day 2 as it sparked a new row. While the new ball was of help to Indian bowlers, Gill complained about the wear of the ball which was changed not once but twice.&nbsp;

IND vs ENG: Joe Root suggests THIS new rule amid ball change controversy in Lord's Test

India finished day 2 (Jul 11) at Lord's even with hosts England in the third Test with KL Rahul (53) and Rishabh Pant (19) at the crease and 145/3 on board. The duo has added 38 runs for the third fourth wicket after India skipper Shubman Gill was dismissed for 16 nearly an hour before the close of play. This was Gill's first low score on the tour after having scored 585 runs in the first two matches. India still are 242 runs in the first innings behind on a pitch which has so far behaved odd.Also Watch - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/who-is-best-test-fielder-of-all-time-joe-root-surpassed-rahul-dravid-for-most-catches-watch-1752250126541">England's Root becomes most successful fielder in Test cricket with STUNNING catch to dismiss Karun Nair</a>Earlier in the day, Root scored his 37th Test hundred after resuming from overnight score of 99 not out. He dispatched India pacer Jasprit Bumrah for a four to reach the milestone but was dismissed by same bowler shortly after. Root's 103 also took him past 3000 Test runs against India - the only player to achieve the mark.England had started their day from 251/4 but were suddenly 271/6 with Bumrah taking all three wickets. England wicketkeeper-batter Jamie Smith, who's in great form this series, then added 84 runs for the seventh wicket with Brydon Carse (56) before being dismissed by Mohammed Siraj on 51. England managed to added just 28 runs more after Smith's dismissal and were bowled out for 387 in the first innings after tea.In reply, India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal hit three fours in the first over of the innings off Chris Woakes but was dismissed by returning Jofra Archer in the very next over. India went to tea at 44/1 as Rahul and Nair ensured not further loss of wickets. After Nair's dismissal in the final session, Gill and Rahul added 33 runs for the third wicket before Woakes sent the Indian skipper back.

India still are 242 runs in the first innings behind on a pitch which has so far behaved odd after finishing day 2 at 145/3 with KL Rahul (53) and Rishbah Pant (19) at the crease.

India finished day 2 (Jul 11) at Lord's even with hosts England in the third Test with KL Rahul (53) and Rishabh Pant (19) at the crease and 145/3 on board. The duo has added 38 runs for the third fourth wicket after India skipper Shubman Gill was dismissed for 16 nearly an hour before the close of play. This was Gill's first low score on the tour after having scored 585 runs in the first two matches. India still are 242 runs in the first innings behind on a pitch which has so far behaved odd. Also Watch - England's Root becomes most successful fielder in Test cricket with STUNNING catch to dismiss Karun Nair Earlier in the day, Root scored his 37th Test hundred after resuming from overnight score of 99 not out. He dispatched India pacer Jasprit Bumrah for a four to reach the milestone but was dismissed by same bowler shortly after. Root's 103 also took him past 3000 Test runs against India - the only player to achieve the mark. England had started their day from 251/4 but were suddenly 271/6 with Bumrah taking all three wickets. England wicketkeeper-batter Jamie Smith, who's in great form this series, then added 84 runs for the seventh wicket with Brydon Carse (56) before being dismissed by Mohammed Siraj on 51. England managed to added just 28 runs more after Smith's dismissal and were bowled out for 387 in the first innings after tea. In reply, India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal hit three fours in the first over of the innings off Chris Woakes but was dismissed by returning Jofra Archer in the very next over. India went to tea at 44/1 as Rahul and Nair ensured not further loss of wickets. After Nair's dismissal in the final session, Gill and Rahul added 33 runs for the third wicket before Woakes sent the Indian skipper back.

India still are 242 runs in the first innings behind on a pitch which has so far behaved odd after finishing day 2 at 145/3 with KL Rahul (53) and Rishbah Pant (19) at the crease.

IND vs ENG: Rahul holds fort for India after Smith revives England

England player Joe Root created history on day 2 (Jul 11) of the third Test against India at Lord's by becoming the most successful fielder of all-time. Root took a brilliant one-handed diving catch at the slips to record his 211th catch in Test history - the most by any fielder. He surpassed India's Rahul Dravid for the record who had taken 210 catches in Test cricket. Root's catch also broke a stubborn 61-run partnership between KL Rahul and Karun Nair for the second wicket to give England an opening.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/joe-root-is-first-batter-to-score-3k-test-runs-vs-india-but-this-pak-batter-has-highest-average-1752232040021">Joe Root is first batter to score 3k Test runs vs India</a>The moment came in middle of the third session when Nair, batting at 40, edged an uplifting ball from England skipper Ben Stokes to the slips. Root dived to his left and plucked the ball just inches above the ground. Have a look at the catch below:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Out on his own at the 𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐭𝐨𝐩 🔝 What a way to go clear with the most catches in Test history 🥇 <a href="https://t.co/zDMUdRFZcq">pic.twitter.com/zDMUdRFZcq</a>&mdash; England Cricket (@englandcricket) <a href="https://twitter.com/englandcricket/status/1943698329948278933?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 11, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Earlier in the day, Root also scored his 37th Test hundred after resuming from overnight score of 99 not out. He dispatched India pacer Jasprit Bumrah for a four to reach the milestone but was dismissed by same bowler shortly after. Root's 103 also took him past 3000 Test runs against India - the only player to achieve the mark.England had started their day from 251/4 but were suddenly 271/6 with Bumrah taking all three wickets. England wicketkeeper-batter Jamie Smith, who's in great form this series, then added 84 runs for the seventh wicket with Brydon Carse (56) before being dismissed by Mohammed Siraj on 51. England managed to added just 28 runs more after Smith's dismissal and were bowled out for 387 in the first innings after tea.In reply, India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal hit three fours in the first over of the innings off Chris Woakes but was dismissed by returning Jofra Archer in the very next over. India went to tea at 44/1 as Rahul and Nair ensured not further loss of wickets.&nbsp;

Root took a brilliant one-handed diving catch at the slips to record his 211th catch in Test history - the most by any fielder. He surpassed India's Rahul Dravid for the record who had taken 210 catches in Test cricket.

England player Joe Root created history on day 2 (Jul 11) of the third Test against India at Lord's by becoming the most successful fielder of all-time. Root took a brilliant one-handed diving catch at the slips to record his 211th catch in Test history - the most by any fielder. He surpassed India's Rahul Dravid for the record who had taken 210 catches in Test cricket. Root's catch also broke a stubborn 61-run partnership between KL Rahul and Karun Nair for the second wicket to give England an opening. Also Read - Joe Root is first batter to score 3k Test runs vs India The moment came in middle of the third session when Nair, batting at 40, edged an uplifting ball from England skipper Ben Stokes to the slips. Root dived to his left and plucked the ball just inches above the ground. Have a look at the catch below:

Root took a brilliant one-handed diving catch at the slips to record his 211th catch in Test history - the most by any fielder. He surpassed India's Rahul Dravid for the record who had taken 210 catches in Test cricket.

England's Root becomes most successful fielder in Test cricket with STUNNING catch to dismiss Karun Nair - WATCH

From Viv Richards to Don Bradman, here's a look at the five players fastest to score 5000 runs in Tests. There is only one Indian in the list and its not Kohli, Tendulkar and Sehwag.

From Viv Richards to Don Bradman, here's a look at the five players fastest to score 5000 runs in Tests. There is only one Indian in the list and it's not Kohli, Tendulkar and Sehwag.

From Viv Richards to Don Bradman: 5 players fastest to score 5000 runs in Tests, only one Indian in list

Former England captain Joe Root etched his name in the history books as he smashed his eighth Test century at Lord’s, the most by any batter at the iconic Home of Cricket. It was a bit nervous as Root ended day 1 (Jul 10) unbeaten on 99, setting up a nervous night for him and England. But he wasted no time on day 2 (Jul 11), reaching his century by smashing Jasprit Bumrah to the boundary. With that shot, he reached the three-figure mark and shattered several records in doing so. Let's glance at the different milestones he achieved after his 37th Test century.&nbsp;<ol><li>Entered the top five for most Test centuries: Root now has 37 Test centuries, moving ahead of Rahul Dravid and Steve Smith. He is only behind Sachin Tendulkar (51), Jacques Kallis (46), Ricky Ponting (41) and Kumar Sangakkara (38).</li><li>Third batter with 3 consecutive centuries at a single venue: Root joins Jack Hobbs and Michael Vaughan in this elite group of smashing three consecutive centuries at a single venue. Interestingly, in his last outing at Lord's, he smashed twin centuries against Sri Lanka in August 2024</li><li>Most runs at Lord’s across all formats: Root has scored 2531 runs in 33 international matches here, overtaking Graham Gooch’s tally of 2513 runs.</li><li>First batter to score 3000-plus Test runs against India: Root now has 3054 runs in 33 Tests vs. India, the most by any batter.</li><li>Joint most Test centuries against India (11): He is now level with Australia's Steven Smith for the highest number of centuries against India.</li><li>Joint second-most 50-plus Test scores: Root’s 103 occasions of 50-plus in Test cricket ties him with Jacques Kallis and Ricky Ponting, only behind Sachin Tendulkar’s 119.</li></ol>Interestingly, Root is now one of the three batters to score 3000+ Test runs in a non-Ashes rivalry, joining Gary Sobers (3214 vs. England) and Sachin Tendulkar (3630 vs. Australia).

With that shot, he reached the three-figure mark and shattered several records in doing so. Let's glance at the different milestones he achieved after his 37th Test century.

Former England captain Joe Root etched his name in the history books as he smashed his eighth Test century at Lord’s, the most by any batter at the iconic Home of Cricket. It was a bit nervous as Root ended day 1 (Jul 10) unbeaten on 99, setting up a nervous night for him and England. But he wasted no time on day 2 (Jul 11), reaching his century by smashing Jasprit Bumrah to the boundary. With that shot, he reached the three-figure mark and shattered several records in doing so. Let's glance at the different milestones he achieved after his 37th Test century. Entered the top five for most Test centuries: Root now has 37 Test centuries, moving ahead of Rahul Dravid and Steve Smith. He is only behind Sachin Tendulkar (51), Jacques Kallis (46), Ricky Ponting (41) and Kumar Sangakkara (38). Third batter with 3 consecutive centuries at a single venue: Root joins Jack Hobbs and Michael Vaughan in this elite group of smashing three consecutive centuries at a single venue. Interestingly, in his last outing at Lord's, he smashed twin centuries against Sri Lanka in August 2024 Most runs at Lord’s across all formats: Root has scored 2531 runs in 33 international matches here, overtaking Graham Gooch’s tally of 2513 runs. First batter to score 3000-plus Test runs against India: Root now has 3054 runs in 33 Tests vs. India, the most by any batter. Joint most Test centuries against India (11): He is now level with Australia's Steven Smith for the highest number of centuries against India. Joint second-most 50-plus Test scores: Root’s 103 occasions of 50-plus in Test cricket ties him with Jacques Kallis and Ricky Ponting, only behind Sachin Tendulkar’s 119. Interestingly, Root is now one of the three batters to score 3000+ Test runs in a non-Ashes rivalry, joining Gary Sobers (3214 vs. England) and Sachin Tendulkar (3630 vs. Australia).

With that shot, he reached the three-figure mark and shattered several records in doing so. Let's glance at the different milestones he achieved after his 37th Test century.

Joe root breaks THESE records after his century against India. Details inside

England batter Joe Root is the first batter to score 3000 or more Test runs against India. He reached the milestone with a hundred in ongoing third Test at Lord's where he was dismissed by Jasprit Bumrah shortly after his hundred on day 2 (Jul 11) - his 11th against India in Test.

England batter Joe Root is the first batter to score 3000 or more Test runs against India. He reached the milestone with a hundred in ongoing third Test at Lord's where he was dismissed by Jasprit Bumrah shortly after his hundred on day 2 (Jul 11) - his 11th against India in Test.

Joe Root is first batter to score 3k Test runs vs India but THIS Pak batter has highest average

During day two of the 3rd Test between India vs England at the Lord's, both teams - the England men’s cricket team and the touring Indian side, alongside the spectators, were seen wearing red caps, with everyone wondering why so. It's because it’s part of the #RedForRuth campaign, which is run by the Ruth Strauss Foundation. This year marks the seventh time this special day has been observed.&nbsp;What is the Ruth Strauss Foundation?&nbsp;The Foundation was set up in memory of Ruth Strauss, the late wife of former England captain Sir Andrew Strauss. Since then, this has become a major tradition during each Test played at Lord’s, where the stadium is filled with everyone wearing red.&nbsp;Fans attending the match were encouraged to wear red and arrive early for a special ceremony before the play started. Volunteers at the venue are also raising money by selling #RedForRuth caps and giving out red roses in return for donations.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rishabh-pant-injury-bcci-provides-update-as-action-underway-on-day-2-at-lord-s-india-england-3rd-test-1752230603456">IND vs ENG: BCCI provides latest update on Rishabh Pant’s injury as action resumes on day 2 at Lord’s</a>&nbsp;The campaign brings the cricket community together and helps to spread different movements like this among people.&nbsp;For the last six years, the Foundation has helped over 3,500 family members dealing with problems and trained more than 1,000 cancer care professionals to support families through loss.&nbsp;IND vs ENG, 3rd Test at Lord's&nbsp;During the marquee Lord's Test, England were in a strong position at stumps on day one. Come day two, ace Indian bowler Jasprit Bumrah brought the batting order to its knees, removing Ben Stokes and Joe Root quickly for 44 and 104, respectively.&nbsp;At the time of writing, England were at 275 for the loss of seven wickets, with Jamie Smith and Brydon Carse at the crease. It will be interesting to see how many more runs England can add to their total against the strong Indian bowling lineup.

The second day of the third Test between India and England began with everyone wearing red hats. Know the reason.

During day two of the 3rd Test between India vs England at the Lord's, both teams - the England men’s cricket team and the touring Indian side, alongside the spectators, were seen wearing red caps, with everyone wondering why so. It's because it’s part of the #RedForRuth campaign, which is run by the Ruth Strauss Foundation. This year marks the seventh time this special day has been observed. What is the Ruth Strauss Foundation? The Foundation was set up in memory of Ruth Strauss, the late wife of former England captain Sir Andrew Strauss. Since then, this has become a major tradition during each Test played at Lord’s, where the stadium is filled with everyone wearing red. Fans attending the match were encouraged to wear red and arrive early for a special ceremony before the play started. Volunteers at the venue are also raising money by selling #RedForRuth caps and giving out red roses in return for donations. Also read | IND vs ENG: BCCI provides latest update on Rishabh Pant’s injury as action resumes on day 2 at Lord’s The campaign brings the cricket community together and helps to spread different movements like this among people. For the last six years, the Foundation has helped over 3,500 family members dealing with problems and trained more than 1,000 cancer care professionals to support families through loss. IND vs ENG, 3rd Test at Lord's During the marquee Lord's Test, England were in a strong position at stumps on day one. Come day two, ace Indian bowler Jasprit Bumrah brought the batting order to its knees, removing Ben Stokes and Joe Root quickly for 44 and 104, respectively. At the time of writing, England were at 275 for the loss of seven wickets, with Jamie Smith and Brydon Carse at the crease. It will be interesting to see how many more runs England can add to their total against the strong Indian bowling lineup.

The second day of the third Test between India and England began with everyone wearing red hats. Know the reason.

IND vs ENG: Reason behind players and spectators wearing red hats during day 2 at Lord's revealed

The Indian Cricket Board (BCCI) provided the latest update on Rishabh Pant’s injury as the action gets underway on day two of the third England Test at Lord’s. Pant suffered an injury to the index finger of his left hand during the second session on day one, with reserve keeper Dhruv Jurel replacing him behind the wickets. His injury forced the team management to make a quick change, with the medical team also assessing him in the middle. Pant left the field and has been under observation since.&nbsp;Just ahead of the start of play on day two, a worrying BCCI update took social media by storm, reading, &nbsp;“UPDATE:&nbsp;Rishabh Pant is still recovering from the hit on his left index finger. The BCCI medical team continues to monitor his progress. Dhruv Jurel will continue to keep wickets on Day 2.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">UPDATE: Rishabh Pant is still recovering from the hit on his left index finger. The BCCI medical team continues to monitor his progress. Dhruv Jurel will continue to keep wickets on Day 2.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ENGvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ENGvIND</a> <a href="https://t.co/nwjsn58Jt0">pic.twitter.com/nwjsn58Jt0</a>&mdash; BCCI (@BCCI) <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI/status/1943609639431708983?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 11, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Since Pant will take no part in keeping wickets for the remainder of the day, Jurel will continue to fill in for him. However, it remains unclear if he will bat in India’s first innings.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/families-are-important-but-not-a-holiday-india-coach-gautam-gambhir-backs-bcci-rule-that-once-irked-kohli-rohit-1752227522339">‘Families are important…but it’s not a holiday,’ Gambhir backs BCCI rule that once irked Kohli, Rohit</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, the instance took place in the 34th over of England’s first innings, when a wider delivery down the leg side off Jasprit Bumrah hurt Pant, who tried stopping the ball. Even though he saved the ball from going to the boundary, it managed to go past him for a run.&nbsp;Pant looked in dire pain and left the field soon after.<h3>Day 2 at Lord’s</h3>&nbsp;After forcing England to break their Bazball mantra and opt for an old-school approach following two early wickets, the Indian bowlers were on top of a settled batting pair, with Bumrah being the protagonist. He first removed England captain Ben Stokes, clean bowled on 44, before dismissing centurion Joe Root (104) and Chris Woakes (0) off successive balls.

The instance took place in the 34th over of England’s first innings, when a wider delivery down the leg side off Jasprit Bumrah hurt Pant, who tried stopping the ball.

The Indian Cricket Board (BCCI) provided the latest update on Rishabh Pant’s injury as the action gets underway on day two of the third England Test at Lord’s. Pant suffered an injury to the index finger of his left hand during the second session on day one, with reserve keeper Dhruv Jurel replacing him behind the wickets. His injury forced the team management to make a quick change, with the medical team also assessing him in the middle. Pant left the field and has been under observation since. Just ahead of the start of play on day two, a worrying BCCI update took social media by storm, reading, “UPDATE: Rishabh Pant is still recovering from the hit on his left index finger. The BCCI medical team continues to monitor his progress. Dhruv Jurel will continue to keep wickets on Day 2.”

The instance took place in the 34th over of England’s first innings, when a wider delivery down the leg side off Jasprit Bumrah hurt Pant, who tried stopping the ball.

IND vs ENG: BCCI provides latest update on Rishabh Pant’s injury as action resumes on day 2 at Lord’s

From Raina-Dhoni to Bravo-Pollard, here's a look at the five most popular friendships in IPL and international cricket. This list also includes Kohli-De Villiers, Stuart Broad-James Anderson and Rahul-Mayank Agarwal.

From Raina-Dhoni to Bravo-Pollard, here's a look at the five most popular friendships in IPL and international cricket. This list also includes Kohli-De Villiers, Stuart Broad-James Anderson and Rahul-Mayank Agarwal.

From Raina-Dhoni to Bravo-Pollard: 5 most popular friendships in IPL and International cricket

Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir has backed a BCCI rule that once irked white-ball stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. After India’s horrid show Down Under, where not only did they lose the series (1-3) and a chance to seal the WTC Final 2025 ticket, but also copped with new set of guidelines laid by the board, including introducing a new rule that limits players’ family duration on away tours. While it's 14 days for longer tours that last for 45 days and beyond, the number reduces to just seven for shorter ones. Owing to this, several players, including Kohli and Rohit, reached out to the BCCI to put some relaxations on it.&nbsp;The BCCI laid out these rules to ensure that the players maintain focus on cricket on all tours and stick together, not seeking an escape elsewhere. Kohli was among the high-profile names who expressed displeasure over this rule, saying he doesn’t want to head back to his room and sit and sulk without his family around.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wiaan-mulder-reveals-what-brian-lara-said-to-him-about-not-breaking-his-once-in-a-lifetime-400-runs-in-test-match-record-1752218181086">Wiaan Mulder reveals what Brian Lara said to him about not breaking his ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ record</a> &nbsp;Speaking with Cheteshwar Pujara during a special interview, Gambhir says the focus must remain on representing the country rather than being on a holiday. &nbsp;"Families are important, but you've got to understand one thing. You are here for a purpose. It's not a holiday. You're here for a huge purpose. You've got very few people in that dressing room or in this tour that gets this opportunity to make the country proud. &nbsp;“So yes, I'm not against not having families with us. &nbsp;"It is important to have families, but if your focus is towards making our country proud and you have a much bigger role than any other thing, and you're committed to that goal, you're committed to that cause, I think everything else is fine. But for me, I think that cause and that goal is more important than any other thing,” Gambhir said.&nbsp;<h3>India at Lord’s &nbsp;</h3>Team India bowled first at Lord’s in the third Test against England. Dismissing both openers inside the first session, India had England’s back against the wall before Joe Root and Ollie Pope stitched a 109-run stand to bring the hosts back in the game. &nbsp;Two quick wickets in the middle overs further dent their run, but England's deployment of an old-school approach saved them from any embarrassment as Root and Stokes ended the day with the scoreboard reading 251 for four.&nbsp; &nbsp;While Stokes is batting on an unbeaten 32, Root was stranded at 99* on the other hand.&nbsp;

The BCCI laid out these rules to ensure that the players maintain focus on cricket on all tours and stick together, not seeking an escape elsewhere. 

Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir has backed a BCCI rule that once irked white-ball stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. After India’s horrid show Down Under, where not only did they lose the series (1-3) and a chance to seal the WTC Final 2025 ticket, but also copped with new set of guidelines laid by the board, including introducing a new rule that limits players’ family duration on away tours. While it's 14 days for longer tours that last for 45 days and beyond, the number reduces to just seven for shorter ones. Owing to this, several players, including Kohli and Rohit, reached out to the BCCI to put some relaxations on it. The BCCI laid out these rules to ensure that the players maintain focus on cricket on all tours and stick together, not seeking an escape elsewhere. Kohli was among the high-profile names who expressed displeasure over this rule, saying he doesn’t want to head back to his room and sit and sulk without his family around. Also read | Wiaan Mulder reveals what Brian Lara said to him about not breaking his ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ record Speaking with Cheteshwar Pujara during a special interview, Gambhir says the focus must remain on representing the country rather than being on a holiday. "Families are important, but you've got to understand one thing. You are here for a purpose. It's not a holiday. You're here for a huge purpose. You've got very few people in that dressing room or in this tour that gets this opportunity to make the country proud. “So yes, I'm not against not having families with us. "It is important to have families, but if your focus is towards making our country proud and you have a much bigger role than any other thing, and you're committed to that goal, you're committed to that cause, I think everything else is fine. But for me, I think that cause and that goal is more important than any other thing,” Gambhir said. India at Lord’s Team India bowled first at Lord’s in the third Test against England. Dismissing both openers inside the first session, India had England’s back against the wall before Joe Root and Ollie Pope stitched a 109-run stand to bring the hosts back in the game. Two quick wickets in the middle overs further dent their run, but England's deployment of an old-school approach saved them from any embarrassment as Root and Stokes ended the day with the scoreboard reading 251 for four. While Stokes is batting on an unbeaten 32, Root was stranded at 99* on the other hand.

The BCCI laid out these rules to ensure that the players maintain focus on cricket on all tours and stick together, not seeking an escape elsewhere.&nbsp;

‘Families are important…but it’s not a holiday,’ Gambhir backs BCCI rule that once irked Kohli, Rohit

Former South African captain Faf du Plessis has made T20 history with a major achievement. The 40-year-old is in great form in the United States, where he is playing for the Texas Super Kings in Major League Cricket (MLC). In a match against Seattle Orcas, he played a match-winning knock of 91 runs off 52 balls, helping his team beat Orcas by 51 runs. He currently leads the run scoring chart in the tournament with 409 runs at an average of 51.12, including two centuries.&nbsp;In the same match against the Seattle Orcas, Du Plessis made history and entered his name in the T20 record books by surpassing his close friend and Indian batting star Virat Kohli to become the highest run-scorer in T20 cricket as a captain.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Check - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/web-stories/cricket/captains-with-most-runs-in-t20-cricket-du-plessis-kohli-vince-dhoni-sharma-azam-1751813931244">Captains to Hit Most Runs in T20 Cricket</a>&nbsp;Faf now has 6575 runs and counting in 208 T20 matches. Second to him is his close friend Virat Kohli with 6564 runs in 193 T20 matches.&nbsp;After achieving the record Du Plessis said, 'I’ve always enjoyed my cricket with extra responsibility, that's something I never get tired of.'&nbsp;Meanwhile, Du Plessis will get another chance to add more runs when Texas Super Kings next face MI New York in Qualifier 2 on Saturday (Jul 12).&nbsp;Captains with the most runs in T20 Cricket&nbsp;<ul><li>Faf du Plessis: 6575 runs in 208 matches</li><li>Virat Kohli: 6564 runs in 193 matches</li><li>James Vince - 6469 runs in 215 matches</li><li>MS Dhoni: 6283 runs in 331 matches</li><li>Rohit Sharma: 6064 runs in 225 matches</li></ul>

In a match against Seattle Orcas, he played a match-winning knock of 91 runs off 52 balls, helping his team beat Orcas by 51 runs.

Former South African captain Faf du Plessis has made T20 history with a major achievement. The 40-year-old is in great form in the United States, where he is playing for the Texas Super Kings in Major League Cricket (MLC). In a match against Seattle Orcas, he played a match-winning knock of 91 runs off 52 balls, helping his team beat Orcas by 51 runs. He currently leads the run scoring chart in the tournament with 409 runs at an average of 51.12, including two centuries. In the same match against the Seattle Orcas, Du Plessis made history and entered his name in the T20 record books by surpassing his close friend and Indian batting star Virat Kohli to become the highest run-scorer in T20 cricket as a captain. Also Check - Captains to Hit Most Runs in T20 Cricket Faf now has 6575 runs and counting in 208 T20 matches. Second to him is his close friend Virat Kohli with 6564 runs in 193 T20 matches. After achieving the record Du Plessis said, 'I’ve always enjoyed my cricket with extra responsibility, that's something I never get tired of.' Meanwhile, Du Plessis will get another chance to add more runs when Texas Super Kings next face MI New York in Qualifier 2 on Saturday (Jul 12). Captains with the most runs in T20 Cricket Faf du Plessis: 6575 runs in 208 matches Virat Kohli: 6564 runs in 193 matches James Vince - 6469 runs in 215 matches MS Dhoni: 6283 runs in 331 matches Rohit Sharma: 6064 runs in 225 matches

This elite list includes three batting stalwarts, including MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.&nbsp;

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Cricket in India earns your respect, admiration, fame and a luxurious lifestyle. Players not only shine on the field but also make huge money through IPL contracts, BCCI salaries, brand endorsements, media events, partnerships and social media promotions. With all this success, many Indian cricketers lead lavish lives filled with dream homes, overseas vacations, and, of course, luxury cars. Stars like Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar, Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya are known not just for their cricketing skills, but also for their love for luxury cars. But have you ever wondered which Indian cricketer owns the most expensive car? Let’s find out.<h2>Hardik Pandya – Rolls-Royce Phantom (₹9.5 crore)</h2>Among all Indian cricketers, Hardik Pandya currently owns the most expensive car, a Rolls-Royce Phantom, worth a staggering ₹9.5 crore. The Mumbai Indians skipper, known for his bold style both on and off the field, and his car collection, reflects that personality perfectly. The Rolls-Royce Phantom is often seen as the ultimate symbol of luxury. It's handcrafted in England and takes months to build. The car is powered by a massive 6.75-litre V12 engine that produces 563 bhp and 900 Nm of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic gearbox. This beast can go from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.4 seconds, with a top speed of 250 km/h.&nbsp;Also Read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-3rd-test-sachin-tendulkar-honoured-with-portrait-at-lords-1752148071430">IND vs ENG 3rd Test: Sachin Tendulkar honoured with portrait at Lord's</a>&nbsp;Every part of the Phantom is designed for comfort, elegance, and performance. From its premium interiors to smooth ride quality, it's a car fit for royalty. Not many in the country own this luxurious car, making it even more special.<h2>Hardik Pandya – A self-made star</h2>Hardik Pandya’s journey from a small town in Gujarat to being one of India's top cricketers is truly inspiring.&nbsp;&nbsp;Despite controversies and setbacks, he has worked hard to become a key player in Indian cricket. He played a key role in India's triumph at the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 and ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

Stars like Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar, Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya are known not just for their cricketing skills, but also for their love for luxury cars. But have you ever wondered, which Indian cricketer owns the most expensive car?

Cricket in India earns your respect, admiration, fame and a luxurious lifestyle. Players not only shine on the field but also make huge money through IPL contracts, BCCI salaries, brand endorsements, media events, partnerships and social media promotions. With all this success, many Indian cricketers lead lavish lives filled with dream homes, overseas vacations, and, of course, luxury cars. Stars like Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar, Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya are known not just for their cricketing skills, but also for their love for luxury cars. But have you ever wondered which Indian cricketer owns the most expensive car? Let’s find out. Hardik Pandya – Rolls-Royce Phantom (₹9.5 crore) Among all Indian cricketers, Hardik Pandya currently owns the most expensive car, a Rolls-Royce Phantom, worth a staggering ₹9.5 crore. The Mumbai Indians skipper, known for his bold style both on and off the field, and his car collection, reflects that personality perfectly. The Rolls-Royce Phantom is often seen as the ultimate symbol of luxury. It's handcrafted in England and takes months to build. The car is powered by a massive 6.75-litre V12 engine that produces 563 bhp and 900 Nm of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic gearbox. This beast can go from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.4 seconds, with a top speed of 250 km/h. Also Read | IND vs ENG 3rd Test: Sachin Tendulkar honoured with portrait at Lord's Every part of the Phantom is designed for comfort, elegance, and performance. From its premium interiors to smooth ride quality, it's a car fit for royalty. Not many in the country own this luxurious car, making it even more special. Hardik Pandya – A self-made star Hardik Pandya’s journey from a small town in Gujarat to being one of India's top cricketers is truly inspiring. Despite controversies and setbacks, he has worked hard to become a key player in Indian cricket. He played a key role in India's triumph at the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 and ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

Stars like Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar, Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya are known not just for their cricketing skills, but also for their love for luxury cars. But have you ever wondered which Indian cricketer owns the most expensive car?

Which Indian cricketer owns most expensive car? He plays for Mumbai Indians in IPL. Details inside.

Wiaan Mulder, South Africa’s Test captain for the Zimbabwe series, came agonisingly close to breaking the ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ record set by Test great and former West Indies captain Brian Lara, but chose against doing so, receiving mixed emotions from cricket and the wider world. Lara holds the record for the highest individual score in Tests (400*, he hit against England in 2004); while only a couple of players came close to breaking it, none looked as determined as Mulder against Zimbabwe in the just-concluded second Test. Mulder revealed what the great man told him about not breaking his Test record.&nbsp;Mulder scored an unbeaten 367 against Zimbabwe, and while he was at the crease when teams departed for lunch on day two, he, also the stand-in skipper for this series, decided to declare, shocking everyone.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-lords-test-nitish-kumar-reddy-reveals-how-australian-captain-pat-cummins-helped-improve-his-bowling-ipl-srh-1752215799742">IND vs ENG, Lord’s Test: Reddy reveals how Australian captain Cummins helped improve his bowling</a> &nbsp;South Africa declared on 626 for five, and Mulder finished 33 runs short of breaking Brian Lara’s record for most runs hit in a Test innings. &nbsp;When asked about his thoughts on declaring so close to breaking the record, Mulder said firstly, he felt the score was enough on the board to keep South Africa ahead in the game, and, secondly, he willingly decided against going past Lara’s tally of 400*, explaining why.&nbsp; &nbsp;"Well, first things first, I thought we've got enough, we need to bowl. And secondly, Brian Lara is a legend, let's be real," Mulder said in a chat with Shaun Pollock during the post-day interview with SuperSport.&nbsp; &nbsp;"He got 401 [400*] or whatever it was against England. And for someone of that stature to keep that record is pretty special. I think if I get the chance again, I'd probably do the same thing. I know I was speaking to Shuks [coach Shukri Conrad]. &nbsp;"He kind of said to me as well, like 'listen, let the legends keep the really big scores'. You never know what's my fate or whatever you want to call it, what's destined for me. But I think Brian Lara keeping that record is exactly the way it should be,” he continued.<h3>Here’s what Lara told him &nbsp;</h3>Now that the matter has settled down a bit, Mulder revealed he chatted with Lara about this, and the Caribbean King told him that he should have broken that target. He, however, maintained his stance and humility in accepting that whatever he did was right.&nbsp; &nbsp;"Now that things have settled a little bit, I've chatted a little bit to Brian Lara," Mulder said to SuperSport. "He said to me I'm creating my own legacy, and I should have gone for it. He said records are there to be broken, and he wishes if I'm ever in that position again, I actually go and score more than what he had.&nbsp;"That was an interesting point of view from his side, but I still believe I did the right thing and respecting the game is the most important part for me,” he continued.&nbsp;

Mulder scored an unbeaten 367 against Zimbabwe, and while he was at the crease when teams departed for lunch on day two, he, also the stand-in skipper for this series, decided to declare, shocking everyone. 

Wiaan Mulder, South Africa’s Test captain for the Zimbabwe series, came agonisingly close to breaking the ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ record set by Test great and former West Indies captain Brian Lara, but chose against doing so, receiving mixed emotions from cricket and the wider world. Lara holds the record for the highest individual score in Tests (400*, he hit against England in 2004); while only a couple of players came close to breaking it, none looked as determined as Mulder against Zimbabwe in the just-concluded second Test. Mulder revealed what the great man told him about not breaking his Test record. Mulder scored an unbeaten 367 against Zimbabwe, and while he was at the crease when teams departed for lunch on day two, he, also the stand-in skipper for this series, decided to declare, shocking everyone. Also read | IND vs ENG, Lord’s Test: Reddy reveals how Australian captain Cummins helped improve his bowling South Africa declared on 626 for five, and Mulder finished 33 runs short of breaking Brian Lara’s record for most runs hit in a Test innings. When asked about his thoughts on declaring so close to breaking the record, Mulder said firstly, he felt the score was enough on the board to keep South Africa ahead in the game, and, secondly, he willingly decided against going past Lara’s tally of 400*, explaining why. "Well, first things first, I thought we've got enough, we need to bowl. And secondly, Brian Lara is a legend, let's be real," Mulder said in a chat with Shaun Pollock during the post-day interview with SuperSport. "He got 401 [400*] or whatever it was against England. And for someone of that stature to keep that record is pretty special. I think if I get the chance again, I'd probably do the same thing. I know I was speaking to Shuks [coach Shukri Conrad]. "He kind of said to me as well, like 'listen, let the legends keep the really big scores'. You never know what's my fate or whatever you want to call it, what's destined for me. But I think Brian Lara keeping that record is exactly the way it should be,” he continued. Here’s what Lara told him Now that the matter has settled down a bit, Mulder revealed he chatted with Lara about this, and the Caribbean King told him that he should have broken that target. He, however, maintained his stance and humility in accepting that whatever he did was right. "Now that things have settled a little bit, I've chatted a little bit to Brian Lara," Mulder said to SuperSport. "He said to me I'm creating my own legacy, and I should have gone for it. He said records are there to be broken, and he wishes if I'm ever in that position again, I actually go and score more than what he had. "That was an interesting point of view from his side, but I still believe I did the right thing and respecting the game is the most important part for me,” he continued.

Mulder scored an unbeaten 367 against Zimbabwe, and while he was at the crease when teams departed for lunch on day two, he, also the stand-in skipper for this series, decided to declare, shocking everyone.&nbsp;

Wiaan Mulder reveals what Brian Lara said to him about not breaking his ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ record

Nitish Kumar Reddy came out of the syllabus for England on day one at Lord’s. While they prepared hard for the returning world no. 1 quick Jasprit Bumrah and Edgbaston Test hero for India, Akash Deep, gifting Reddy two wickets in his first over was never part of the plan. The medium pacer first removed Ben Duckett off a sluggish delivery before sending back under fire Zak Crawley off a peach. His twin strikes set the tone for the day, as England deployed an old-school Test approach to share honours on day one. Reddy, however, credited his IPL team (SRH) captain Pat Cummins for improvement in his bowling.&nbsp;Reddy debuted in Tests on the tour Down Under, primarily playing as a batting all-rounder. Less on pace and seam movement, the then-India captain Rohit Sharma didn’t use him enough on bouncy Aussie tracks.&nbsp; &nbsp;In IPL 2025, Reddy vowed to work on improving his bowling; he decided to approach his team skipper (Cummins), who helped him work on his pace and seam position, which paid dividends a few months later in London.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-ben-stokes-injury-worries-england-as-hosts-prepare-for-run-heavy-day-2-at-lords-india-ollie-pope-joe-root-1752210053250">IND vs ENG: Ben Stokes’ injury worries England as hosts prepare for run-heavy day 2 at Lord’s</a> &nbsp;However, considering that the new skipper Shubman Gill introduced Reddy inside the first 15 overs, making him bowl 14 throughout the day – the same as Mohammed Siraj, it reflects the confidence he has in his bowling. On day one, unlike the frontline quicks, Reddy was slower through the air and even got more movement. The medium seamer also extracted the most average seam, more than Bumrah, and also attacked the stumps more often, troubling the English.&nbsp; &nbsp;"After the Australia tour, I felt like I have to improve my bowling and my consistency," Reddy said. "That's what I looked [at]. And yeah, Pat is my captain [in the IPL], and he's been brilliant in Australia, and I have asked him [for] some tips and he has been telling me how things would have been done in Australia, how can I go through in Australia. And that's a great experience for me, sharing with Pat Cummins. &nbsp;“Coming to this tour, I would say, working with Morne Morkel has been great for me. He's working with me for a couple of weeks, and we are seeing good progress in my bowling, and I'm really enjoying working with him.”<h3>Morkel’s role in nourishing Reddy &nbsp;</h3>Team India bowling coach Morne Morkel has also played a handy role in nourishing Reddy as a bowler. Reddy revealed the areas the two are working on, and by believing in himself, he has upped his game.&nbsp;&nbsp;"We've been working on my consistency a lot since I get a bit of swing both ways," Reddy said. “I just want to be consistent on the areas. So we are working on that. I've been working hard on my bowling for one year or two years. I've been doing a lot of hard work, but later on, it is about understanding things and believing in myself. If you believe, that's when your hard work comes on point. That's what I'm realising now.”

His twin strikes set the tone for the day, as England deployed an old-school Test approach to share honours on day one.

Nitish Kumar Reddy came out of the syllabus for England on day one at Lord’s. While they prepared hard for the returning world no. 1 quick Jasprit Bumrah and Edgbaston Test hero for India, Akash Deep, gifting Reddy two wickets in his first over was never part of the plan. The medium pacer first removed Ben Duckett off a sluggish delivery before sending back under fire Zak Crawley off a peach. His twin strikes set the tone for the day, as England deployed an old-school Test approach to share honours on day one. Reddy, however, credited his IPL team (SRH) captain Pat Cummins for improvement in his bowling. Reddy debuted in Tests on the tour Down Under, primarily playing as a batting all-rounder. Less on pace and seam movement, the then-India captain Rohit Sharma didn’t use him enough on bouncy Aussie tracks. In IPL 2025, Reddy vowed to work on improving his bowling; he decided to approach his team skipper (Cummins), who helped him work on his pace and seam position, which paid dividends a few months later in London. Also read | IND vs ENG: Ben Stokes’ injury worries England as hosts prepare for run-heavy day 2 at Lord’s However, considering that the new skipper Shubman Gill introduced Reddy inside the first 15 overs, making him bowl 14 throughout the day – the same as Mohammed Siraj, it reflects the confidence he has in his bowling. On day one, unlike the frontline quicks, Reddy was slower through the air and even got more movement. The medium seamer also extracted the most average seam, more than Bumrah, and also attacked the stumps more often, troubling the English. "After the Australia tour, I felt like I have to improve my bowling and my consistency," Reddy said. "That's what I looked [at]. And yeah, Pat is my captain [in the IPL], and he's been brilliant in Australia, and I have asked him [for] some tips and he has been telling me how things would have been done in Australia, how can I go through in Australia. And that's a great experience for me, sharing with Pat Cummins. “Coming to this tour, I would say, working with Morne Morkel has been great for me. He's working with me for a couple of weeks, and we are seeing good progress in my bowling, and I'm really enjoying working with him.” Morkel’s role in nourishing Reddy Team India bowling coach Morne Morkel has also played a handy role in nourishing Reddy as a bowler. Reddy revealed the areas the two are working on, and by believing in himself, he has upped his game. "We've been working on my consistency a lot since I get a bit of swing both ways," Reddy said. “I just want to be consistent on the areas. So we are working on that. I've been working hard on my bowling for one year or two years. I've been doing a lot of hard work, but later on, it is about understanding things and believing in myself. If you believe, that's when your hard work comes on point. That's what I'm realising now.”

His twin strikes set the tone for the day, as England deployed an old-school Test approach to share honours on day one.

IND vs ENG, Lord’s Test: Reddy reveals how Australian captain Cummins helped improve his bowling

England captain Ben Stokes pulled up sore while batting on day one against India at the Lord’s, casting doubts over his fitness and participation in the remainder of the game. Stokes remained unbeaten on 39 off 108 balls on an otherwise slow day for England, with batting veteran Joe Root standing at the other end, stranded at 99*, with their scorecard reading 251 for four. While batting on 32, Stokes took a stride forward and left a Nitish Kumar Reddy delivery, only for him to wince in pain and clutch his right groin immediately. Even after the team physio attended to him and treated him, Stokes appeared uncomfortable throughout, hobbling up.&nbsp;As Stokes was taking his time in between the deliveries, stretching again before India took the new ball, Root looked determined to complete his first hundred of this series; he, however, was struck on 99* overnight. In the last over of the day, Root took a single off the fourth ball off Akash Deep, trying to go for another one, before a loud no from Stokes saw him finish the day on 99 not out. &nbsp;"Fingers crossed he can do something magic and come back strong," Pope said of Stokes’ injury. "I've not seen him since, so fingers crossed there's nothing too serious. But clearly we've got a big Test over the next four days and we've got a big two [at Old Trafford and The Oval] coming up as well, so it is important to try and manage him." &nbsp;Pope, team vice-captain and someone who stitched over a 109-run stand with Joe Root (for the third wicket) following a double wicket-over by Nitish Reddy early in the innings, feels his responsibility to aid England’s bid to make a comeback in this series in Stokes’ absence should the skipper suffer any blow.&nbsp; &nbsp;"We'll see how he pulls up tomorrow, but for me, that is partially one of my roles, to make sure that he doesn't push himself to a ridiculous place with whatever he's dealing with at the moment," Pope said. "I'm sure the physios, the medics will work with him to lay out a plan, and then I'll help push him in the right direction." &nbsp;Meanwhile, Stokes was England’s most effective seamer in the first Test in Leeds, increasing his workload following his knee surgery. In the second Test at Edgbaston, Stokes bowled 19 overs in the first innings and seven in the second before Team India hit gold and won the match by 336 runs, levelling the series.&nbsp; &nbsp;Given Stokes’ latest injury scare, it remains unclear if he will bowl at any stage in this match or the remainder of the series.&nbsp;

While batting on 32, Stokes took a stride forward and left a Nitish Kumar Reddy delivery, only for him to wince in pain and clutch his right groin immediately.

England captain Ben Stokes pulled up sore while batting on day one against India at the Lord’s, casting doubts over his fitness and participation in the remainder of the game. Stokes remained unbeaten on 39 off 108 balls on an otherwise slow day for England, with batting veteran Joe Root standing at the other end, stranded at 99*, with their scorecard reading 251 for four. While batting on 32, Stokes took a stride forward and left a Nitish Kumar Reddy delivery, only for him to wince in pain and clutch his right groin immediately. Even after the team physio attended to him and treated him, Stokes appeared uncomfortable throughout, hobbling up. As Stokes was taking his time in between the deliveries, stretching again before India took the new ball, Root looked determined to complete his first hundred of this series; he, however, was struck on 99* overnight. In the last over of the day, Root took a single off the fourth ball off Akash Deep, trying to go for another one, before a loud no from Stokes saw him finish the day on 99 not out. "Fingers crossed he can do something magic and come back strong," Pope said of Stokes’ injury. "I've not seen him since, so fingers crossed there's nothing too serious. But clearly we've got a big Test over the next four days and we've got a big two [at Old Trafford and The Oval] coming up as well, so it is important to try and manage him." Pope, team vice-captain and someone who stitched over a 109-run stand with Joe Root (for the third wicket) following a double wicket-over by Nitish Reddy early in the innings, feels his responsibility to aid England’s bid to make a comeback in this series in Stokes’ absence should the skipper suffer any blow. "We'll see how he pulls up tomorrow, but for me, that is partially one of my roles, to make sure that he doesn't push himself to a ridiculous place with whatever he's dealing with at the moment," Pope said. "I'm sure the physios, the medics will work with him to lay out a plan, and then I'll help push him in the right direction." Meanwhile, Stokes was England’s most effective seamer in the first Test in Leeds, increasing his workload following his knee surgery. In the second Test at Edgbaston, Stokes bowled 19 overs in the first innings and seven in the second before Team India hit gold and won the match by 336 runs, levelling the series. Given Stokes’ latest injury scare, it remains unclear if he will bowl at any stage in this match or the remainder of the series.

While batting on 32, Stokes took a stride forward and left a Nitish Kumar Reddy delivery, only for him to wince in pain and clutch his right groin immediately.

IND vs ENG: Ben Stokes’ injury worries England as hosts prepare for run-heavy day 2 at Lord’s

Joe Root stayed unbeaten on 99 as England ditched Bazball approach to finish at 251/4 at the end of day 1 (Jul 10) of the third Test at Lord's against India. The hosts, batting first for a change after winning the third straight toss in the series, were slightly ahead as India bowlers found it hard to penetrate despite couple of openings across the day. Returning pacer Jasprit Bumrah bowled brilliantly in his 18 overs, giving away just 35 runs at an economy of 1.94 but managed just one wicket.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/5-wickets-in-5-balls-ireland-s-campher-second-player-to-achieve-milestone-this-zimbabwe-player-was-first-1752158937610">5 wickets in 5 balls! Ireland's Campher second player to achieve milestone, THIS Zimbabwe player was first</a><h2>Nitish Reddy's double-wicket over</h2>England openers Ben Duckett and Zak Crawly successfully survived the first hour of the Test and added 44 runs before India skipper Shubman Gill handed the ball to all-rounder Nitish Reddy. The all-rounder, who had bowled only six overs in last Test for 0/29, made immediate impact and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-in-bumrahs-comeback-at-lords-nitish-reddy-stuns-england-with-double-wicket-over-1752146298891">removed both opening batters in his very first over</a>. England didn't lose any more wicket in the session and went to lunch at 83/2.In the second session, Ollie Pope - who had survived many close calls in his innings - added 70 runs with Root without losing a wicket as England went to tea at 153/2 in 49 overs - a stark difference to their Bazball attack approach. Ravindra Jadeja removed Pope (44) on the first ball after tea and Bumrah bowled Harry Brook (11) shortly after to give India an opening. England skipper Ben Stokes, however, steadied the ship and added unbeaten 79 runs with Root for the fifth wicket to finish the day without further damage.<h2>Rishabh Pant injury scare</h2>India wicketkeeper-batter Pant <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rishabh-pant-injury-news-bcci-shares-update-as-jurel-keeps-wicket-at-lords-1752165658819">suffered a blow on his left index finger</a> during the 34th over of the day and received on-field treatment before walking off the ground in pain. Dhruv Jurel was called to take his spot behind the stumps as a substitute. As per an update by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Pant is under the supervision of medical team and is receiving the treatment.

England ditched Bazball approach to finish at 251/4 at the end of day 1 (Jul 10) of the third Test at Lord's against India. Returning pacer Jasprit Bumrah bowled brilliantly in his 18 overs, giving away just 35 runs at an economy of 1.94 but managed just one wicket.

Joe Root stayed unbeaten on 99 as England ditched Bazball approach to finish at 251/4 at the end of day 1 (Jul 10) of the third Test at Lord's against India. The hosts, batting first for a change after winning the third straight toss in the series, were slightly ahead as India bowlers found it hard to penetrate despite couple of openings across the day. Returning pacer Jasprit Bumrah bowled brilliantly in his 18 overs, giving away just 35 runs at an economy of 1.94 but managed just one wicket. Also Read - 5 wickets in 5 balls! Ireland's Campher second player to achieve milestone, THIS Zimbabwe player was first Nitish Reddy's double-wicket over England openers Ben Duckett and Zak Crawly successfully survived the first hour of the Test and added 44 runs before India skipper Shubman Gill handed the ball to all-rounder Nitish Reddy. The all-rounder, who had bowled only six overs in last Test for 0/29, made immediate impact and removed both opening batters in his very first over. England didn't lose any more wicket in the session and went to lunch at 83/2. In the second session, Ollie Pope - who had survived many close calls in his innings - added 70 runs with Root without losing a wicket as England went to tea at 153/2 in 49 overs - a stark difference to their Bazball attack approach. Ravindra Jadeja removed Pope (44) on the first ball after tea and Bumrah bowled Harry Brook (11) shortly after to give India an opening. England skipper Ben Stokes, however, steadied the ship and added unbeaten 79 runs with Root for the fifth wicket to finish the day without further damage. Rishabh Pant injury scare India wicketkeeper-batter Pant suffered a blow on his left index finger during the 34th over of the day and received on-field treatment before walking off the ground in pain. Dhruv Jurel was called to take his spot behind the stumps as a substitute. As per an update by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Pant is under the supervision of medical team and is receiving the treatment.

England ditched Bazball approach to finish at 251/4 at the end of day 1 (Jul 10) of the third Test at Lord's against India. Returning pacer Jasprit Bumrah bowled brilliantly in his 18 overs, giving away just 35 runs at an economy of 1.94 but managed just one wicket.

IND vs ENG: Root 99 not out keeps hosts ahead as England ditch Bazball at Lord's

The third Test between India and England is currently underway at Lord's with the hosts batting first for the first time in the series. England have added Jofra Archer to strengthen their weakened bowling lineup, while ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah, who was rested for the second Test at Edgbaston due to workload management, is back in the Indian side. With Bumrah returning to the playing XI, let's understand through stats how India have fared in the presence and absence of Jasprit Bumrah in Test cricket.&nbsp;According to stats by Sky Sports Cricket, since Bumrah made his Test debut in January 2018, he has featured in 46 Test matches for India. Out of those, India have won 20, lost 22 and drawn five, giving them a win rate of 43% when Bumrah is in the XI.&nbsp;Also Read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/happy-birthday-gavaskar-5-records-that-prove-hes-the-little-master-of-indian-cricket-1752137198223">Happy Birthday Gavaskar: 5 records that prove he’s the ‘Little Master’ of Indian cricket</a>&nbsp;In contrast, India have played 27 Test matches without Bumrah in the same period. They have had greater success in his absence, winning 19 matches, losing just five and drawing three, which results in a much higher win rate of 70%.

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India have won 30 matches in SENA countries (South Africa, England, New Zealand and Australia) overall and Bumrah has featured in 10 of these victories. This is the joint-second most by any Indian player alongside Virat Kohli, Ajinkya Rahane and Rishabh Pant, with only Cheteshwar Pujara (11) ahead of him in the list.&nbsp;Also, Jasprit Bumrah has played a key role in 10 of India's Test wins in SENA countries, highlighting his role in overseas conditions. In comparison, India have won only two Tests in SENA nations without him and both of those victories were historic: the 2021 win at the Gabba and the 2025 win at Edgbaston.&nbsp;Interestingly, in both instances, India breached a venue where they had never won before and on both instance Bumrah wasn't there. This quirky pattern suggests that if India are looking to break jinx at a ‘fortress,’ resting Bumrah might turn beneficial for India.&nbsp;With the fourth Test scheduled at Old Trafford, Manchester, where India are yet to register a Test victory, leaving Bumrah out might once again work in India's favour.&nbsp;These stats were all over the social media after India’s dominant 336-run victory at Edgbaston, which came without Bumrah in the playing XI. The stat has sparked debate across social media with many wondering whether India will perform better without their premier fast bowler.&nbsp;But while the stats present one side, it’s essential to view the larger side. Jasprit Bumrah is once in a generational bowler, the kind of player who consistently performs in high-pressure situations and often turns the tide for India in crunch moments. Bumrah isn’t just another pacer, but he is currently the no. 1 ranked Test bowler in the world.&nbsp;&nbsp;While numbers speak volumes, it is crucial to understand what Bumah brings to the table and how his presence makes the team exude confidence as a bowling unit.

India have won 30 matches in SENA countries overall and Bumrah has featured in 10 of these victories. This is the joint-second most by any Indian player alongside Virat Kohli, Ajinkya Rahane, and Rishabh Pant, with only Cheteshwar Pujara (11) ahead of him in the list.

The third Test between India and England is currently underway at Lord's with the hosts batting first for the first time in the series. England have added Jofra Archer to strengthen their weakened bowling lineup, while ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah, who was rested for the second Test at Edgbaston due to workload management, is back in the Indian side. With Bumrah returning to the playing XI, let's understand through stats how India have fared in the presence and absence of Jasprit Bumrah in Test cricket. According to stats by Sky Sports Cricket, since Bumrah made his Test debut in January 2018, he has featured in 46 Test matches for India. Out of those, India have won 20, lost 22 and drawn five, giving them a win rate of 43% when Bumrah is in the XI. Also Read | Happy Birthday Gavaskar: 5 records that prove he’s the ‘Little Master’ of Indian cricket In contrast, India have played 27 Test matches without Bumrah in the same period. They have had greater success in his absence, winning 19 matches, losing just five and drawing three, which results in a much higher win rate of 70%.

India have won 30 matches in SENA countries overall and Bumrah has featured in 10 of these victories. This is the joint-second most by any Indian player alongside Virat Kohli, Ajinkya Rahane, and Rishabh Pant, with only Cheteshwar Pujara (11) ahead of him in the list.

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