<p>The Indian cricket team has raised strong concerns over the ball change rules in the recent Lord’s Test, claiming the incident may have cost them the game. India lost the Test match by 22 runs after Siraj’s defensive shot rolled back onto the stumps. The defeat proved costly, leaving India trailing by 1‑2 in the five-match series. According to a report by the Indian Express, a crucial moment turned against them when the umpires replaced their 10-over ball with a 30-over ball because a similar replacement wasn’t available. This aspect turned to favour the hosts, with them scoring runs with ease.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“When you ask for a ball change, you aren’t told about the age of the replacement you will be getting. At Lord’s, we weren’t told that the replacement would be 30 to 35 overs old. If we were told, we would have continued with the deformed ball that was used for 10 overs. The ICC needs to intervene. This rule needs to be changed,” an Indian team official was quoted as saying to the Indian Express.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read |</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/icc-rankings-jadeja-regains-top-all-rounder-spot-abhishek-sharma-is-the-new-t20i-batter-1753867172177"><strong> ICC rankings: Jadeja sits atop in Test all-rounder, Abhishek Sharma is top T20I batter</strong></a></p><h2>The turning point</h2><p>Before the ball was changed, India was all over England, thanks to Jasprit Bumrah’s fiery spell. In just 14 balls, Bumrah removed English skipper Ben Stokes, Joe Root, and Chris Woakes, all with deliveries that swung and troubled the English batters. But after 10 overs, the ball lost its shape and failed the standard ring test used by umpires.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The umpires then handed India a replacement ball much older than the one they had been using. The change was visible: the original ball swung an average of 1.869 degrees, while the replacement moved just 0.855 degrees in the air, as reported by ESPN Cricinfo.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>With the older and softer ball, England’s Jamie Smith and Brydon Carse added a crucial 84-run partnership for the eighth wicket, with Smith scoring 51 off 56 balls and Carse making 56 off 83. From 271/7, England went to 355/8, the important runs in England's victory.</p><h2>Questions Over Ball Selection Process</h2><p>The controversy has also put the spotlight on how balls are selected in Test matches. Traditionally, the fourth umpire from the host nation brings a box of balls to the dressing room before the match, allowing the visiting team to pick two for use during the game. The match referee, the neutral authority, is not involved in this process.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>An Indian official alleges that this process is controversial and there should be involvement of the match referee, who is a neutral party in the contest. They also said that balls with a darker shade of red, which swing more, only had one such ball available in the box that was brought to them. The team has reported the matter to the ICC, seeking greater transparency and neutral oversight in the selection of replacement balls.</p>

India’s hopes were shattered with a narrow 22‑run defeat at Lord’s, handing England a 2‑1 lead in the series.

The Indian cricket team has raised strong concerns over the ball change rules in the recent Lord’s Test, claiming the incident may have cost them the game. India lost the Test match by 22 runs after Siraj’s defensive shot rolled back onto the stumps. The defeat proved costly, leaving India trailing by 1‑2 in the five-match series. According to a report by the Indian Express, a crucial moment turned against them when the umpires replaced their 10-over ball with a 30-over ball because a similar replacement wasn’t available. This aspect turned to favour the hosts, with them scoring runs with ease. “When you ask for a ball change, you aren’t told about the age of the replacement you will be getting. At Lord’s, we weren’t told that the replacement would be 30 to 35 overs old. If we were told, we would have continued with the deformed ball that was used for 10 overs. The ICC needs to intervene. This rule needs to be changed,” an Indian team official was quoted as saying to the Indian Express. Also read | ICC rankings: Jadeja sits atop in Test all-rounder, Abhishek Sharma is top T20I batter The turning point Before the ball was changed, India was all over England, thanks to Jasprit Bumrah’s fiery spell. In just 14 balls, Bumrah removed English skipper Ben Stokes, Joe Root, and Chris Woakes, all with deliveries that swung and troubled the English batters. But after 10 overs, the ball lost its shape and failed the standard ring test used by umpires. The umpires then handed India a replacement ball much older than the one they had been using. The change was visible: the original ball swung an average of 1.869 degrees, while the replacement moved just 0.855 degrees in the air, as reported by ESPN Cricinfo. With the older and softer ball, England’s Jamie Smith and Brydon Carse added a crucial 84-run partnership for the eighth wicket, with Smith scoring 51 off 56 balls and Carse making 56 off 83. From 271/7, England went to 355/8, the important runs in England's victory. Questions Over Ball Selection Process The controversy has also put the spotlight on how balls are selected in Test matches. Traditionally, the fourth umpire from the host nation brings a box of balls to the dressing room before the match, allowing the visiting team to pick two for use during the game. The match referee, the neutral authority, is not involved in this process. An Indian official alleges that this process is controversial and there should be involvement of the match referee, who is a neutral party in the contest. They also said that balls with a darker shade of red, which swing more, only had one such ball available in the box that was brought to them. The team has reported the matter to the ICC, seeking greater transparency and neutral oversight in the selection of replacement balls.

<p>India’s hopes were shattered with a narrow 22‑run defeat at Lord’s, handing England a 2‑1 lead in the series.</p>

Did the Duke's ball change at Lord’s cost India third Test? All you need to know

<p>Team India will need a heroic escape in Manchester as they take the field on Day 5 of the fourth Test, trailing by 137 runs in their second innings. Having struggled with early wickets, KL Rahul (87) and Shubman Gill (78) steadied the innings in the final session as the visitors now face a stern challenge to save the Manchester Test. However, will rain play any role on Day 5 as the visitors search for luck on what could be another final day filled with drama?</p><h2><strong>Will rain help India escape Manchester Test?</strong></h2><p>According to AccuWeather, there will be a 70 percent cloud cover with a humidity level of 70 percent as well. It is partly cloudy, but no rain is expected in the morning with sunshine dominating the early hours. The temperature will differ between 13° and 19°. While the cloud cover will drop to 65 per cent by afternoon, still rain is not expected to play any role in the crunch final day.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Sunday weather report for Manchester Test

<p>India finished Day 4 on 174/2 and are now 137 runs behind England. If the Indian team is able to salvage the match on the fifth and final day on Sunday, it will be an achievement in itself. England went wicketless in the final session as Indian batters added 126 runs to their tally, with KL Rahul (87) and Shubman Gill (78) in the middle.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-2025-jasprit-bumrah-unlocks-unwanted-record-in-manchester-as-england-punish-india-on-day-4-1753544472012"><strong>IND vs ENG 2025: Bumrah unlocks unwanted record in Manchester as England punish India on day 4</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>India lost opener Yashasvi Jaiswal (0) followed by Sai Sudharsan (0) with both losing their wickets in the opening over. India were 0/2 when both batters were dismissed as England were in the driver’s seat at that time. However, Rahul and Gill helped India steady the innings and avoid any further misery in the contest.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As things stand, India need to overcome the 137-run deficit before establishing a lead. England, on the other hand, will need eight more wickets to win the match and seal the series with one more match remaining.</p>

Having struggled with early wickets, KL Rahul (87) and Shubman Gill (78) steadied the innings in the final session as the visitors now face a stern challenge to save the match. However, will rain play any role on Day 5 as the visitors search for luck on final day filled with drama?

Team India will need a heroic escape in Manchester as they take the field on Day 5 of the fourth Test, trailing by 137 runs in their second innings. Having struggled with early wickets, KL Rahul (87) and Shubman Gill (78) steadied the innings in the final session as the visitors now face a stern challenge to save the Manchester Test. However, will rain play any role on Day 5 as the visitors search for luck on what could be another final day filled with drama? Will rain help India escape Manchester Test? According to AccuWeather, there will be a 70 percent cloud cover with a humidity level of 70 percent as well. It is partly cloudy, but no rain is expected in the morning with sunshine dominating the early hours. The temperature will differ between 13° and 19°. While the cloud cover will drop to 65 per cent by afternoon, still rain is not expected to play any role in the crunch final day.

<p>Having struggled with early wickets, KL Rahul (87) and Shubman Gill (78) steadied the innings in the final session as the visitors now face a stern challenge to save the match. However, will rain play any role on Day 5 as the visitors search for luck on final day filled with drama?</p>

IND vs ENG, Day 5 Weather Report: Can rain help India escape defeat in Manchester Test?

<p>India Test skipper Shubman Gill, speaking on the Lord's Test sledging incident for the first time, revealed what led to his confrontation with the England openers Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett. Gill said the English openers were 90 second late to the crease in a bid to avoid playing more than one over with seven minutes left in the day. Gill, however, acknowledged that this is not something 'he's proud of' but questioned if the tactic by England batters fell within the ‘spirit of the game.’</p><p><strong>Also Read -</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-gill-gets-aussie-great-ponting-s-backing-for-lords-test-aggression-1753190613630">IND vs ENG: Gill gets Aussie great Ponting's backing for Lord's Test aggression</a></p><p>"The English batsmen on that day, they had seven minutes of play left. They were 90 seconds late to come to the pitch. Not 10, not 20. Ninety seconds late. Yes, most of the teams, they use this [tactic]. Even if we were in a position, we would've also liked to play lesser overs, but there's a manner to do it. And we felt, yes, if you get hit on your body, the physios are allowed to come on and that is something that is fair. But to be able to come 90 seconds late on the crease is not something that I would think comes in the spirit of the game," Gill said on the eve on Manchester Test at a press conference.</p><h2>Why happened on day 3 of IND vs ENG Lord's Test?</h2><p>England opener Zak Crawley, facing Jasprit Bumrah, backed out of the batting stance twice which didn't go down well with the Indian slip cordon which also included Gill. Crawley was also hit on the wrist by a Bumrah delivery after which he called out the physio immediately. Gill immediately ran to the English batter and exchanged some words but the over proved to be the last of day 3. India eventually bowled out England for 192 on day 4 but failed to the chase the target and lost the most by 22 runs.</p>

England opener Zak Crawley, facing Jasprit Bumrah, backed out of the batting stance twice which didn't go down well with the Indian slip cordon which also included India skipper Gill.

India Test skipper Shubman Gill, speaking on the Lord's Test sledging incident for the first time, revealed what led to his confrontation with the England openers Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett. Gill said the English openers were 90 second late to the crease in a bid to avoid playing more than one over with seven minutes left in the day. Gill, however, acknowledged that this is not something 'he's proud of' but questioned if the tactic by England batters fell within the ‘spirit of the game.’ Also Read - IND vs ENG: Gill gets Aussie great Ponting's backing for Lord's Test aggression "The English batsmen on that day, they had seven minutes of play left. They were 90 seconds late to come to the pitch. Not 10, not 20. Ninety seconds late. Yes, most of the teams, they use this [tactic]. Even if we were in a position, we would've also liked to play lesser overs, but there's a manner to do it. And we felt, yes, if you get hit on your body, the physios are allowed to come on and that is something that is fair. But to be able to come 90 seconds late on the crease is not something that I would think comes in the spirit of the game," Gill said on the eve on Manchester Test at a press conference. Why happened on day 3 of IND vs ENG Lord's Test? England opener Zak Crawley, facing Jasprit Bumrah, backed out of the batting stance twice which didn't go down well with the Indian slip cordon which also included Gill. Crawley was also hit on the wrist by a Bumrah delivery after which he called out the physio immediately. Gill immediately ran to the English batter and exchanged some words but the over proved to be the last of day 3. India eventually bowled out England for 192 on day 4 but failed to the chase the target and lost the most by 22 runs.

<p>England opener Zak Crawley, facing Jasprit Bumrah, backed out of the batting stance twice which didn't go down well with the Indian slip cordon which also included India skipper Gill.</p>

India skipper Gill reveals '90 seconds' which led to confrontation with England batters at Lord's

<p>Former India coach Anil Kumble, under whom the team rose of number 1 in Test rankings in 2016-17 season, has questioned all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja's intent on final day (Jul 14) of Lord's Test vs England. India lost the match by 22 runs with Jadeja stranded on the other end on 61. The all-rounder, Kumble says, could have shown a bit more intent and taken a chance. Jadeja played 181 balls in his marathon innings, hitting only four fours and a six. India now are 1-2 in the five-Test series two more matches to go.</p><p><strong>Also Read -</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/siraj-first-since-paks-rahat-ali-to-achieve-this-feat-in-england-in-a-test-1752589128944">Siraj first since Pak's Rahat Ali to achieve THIS feat in England in a Test</a></p><p>"The two bowlers he could have potentially taken on were Chris Woakes, who is slightly slower in the air, and then Bashir and Joe Root. I know they're off-spinners taking the ball away, but it wasn't turning square. So there wasn't a lot to worry about in terms of spin or the outside edge. Jadeja has played on tougher pitches and against better bowling. I thought he could have taken a chance," Kumble said after the game. "You want to take those risks. Yes, there were a few runs he rightly declined because Bumrah and Siraj were at the other end, but he could have chanced it a bit more," he further added.</p><p>Nonetheless, it was a game for the ages which kept everyone hooked until the ball defended by Mohammed Siraj off Shoaib Bashir rolled on to the stumps. Before the last wicket, Jadeja had added 35 runs for the ninth wicket with Jasprit Bumrah - the highest for Indian in fourth innings of Test in England. Bumrah, shortly before tea, had a lapse in concentration though and played a pull shot despite missing it thrice earlier. The fourth attempt at the shot, which came against England skipper Ben Stokes, was caught by Woakes, leaving England just one good ball away from the win.</p>

Before the last wicket, Jadeja had added 35 runs for the ninth wicket with Jasprit Bumrah but the latter played a poor pull shot shortly before tea, leaving England just one good ball away from the win.

Former India coach Anil Kumble, under whom the team rose of number 1 in Test rankings in 2016-17 season, has questioned all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja's intent on final day (Jul 14) of Lord's Test vs England. India lost the match by 22 runs with Jadeja stranded on the other end on 61. The all-rounder, Kumble says, could have shown a bit more intent and taken a chance. Jadeja played 181 balls in his marathon innings, hitting only four fours and a six. India now are 1-2 in the five-Test series two more matches to go. Also Read - Siraj first since Pak's Rahat Ali to achieve THIS feat in England in a Test "The two bowlers he could have potentially taken on were Chris Woakes, who is slightly slower in the air, and then Bashir and Joe Root. I know they're off-spinners taking the ball away, but it wasn't turning square. So there wasn't a lot to worry about in terms of spin or the outside edge. Jadeja has played on tougher pitches and against better bowling. I thought he could have taken a chance," Kumble said after the game. "You want to take those risks. Yes, there were a few runs he rightly declined because Bumrah and Siraj were at the other end, but he could have chanced it a bit more," he further added. Nonetheless, it was a game for the ages which kept everyone hooked until the ball defended by Mohammed Siraj off Shoaib Bashir rolled on to the stumps. Before the last wicket, Jadeja had added 35 runs for the ninth wicket with Jasprit Bumrah - the highest for Indian in fourth innings of Test in England. Bumrah, shortly before tea, had a lapse in concentration though and played a pull shot despite missing it thrice earlier. The fourth attempt at the shot, which came against England skipper Ben Stokes, was caught by Woakes, leaving England just one good ball away from the win.

<p>Before the last wicket, Jadeja had added 35 runs for the ninth wicket with Jasprit Bumrah but the latter played a poor pull shot shortly before tea, leaving England just one good ball away from the win.</p>

Ex-India coach, under whom team attained number 1 Test ranking, questions Jadeja's intent after Lord's Loss

<p>In cricket and life, some moments stay forever in your heart. For Mohammed Siraj, one such joyful memory was at Lord’s in 2021, stump in hand, sprinting across the field after castling the off-stump of England’s James Anderson to seal a famous 151-run win on day 5. Fast forward to July 14, 2025, at the same iconic venue and that very stump became a symbol of heartbreak. India needed 23 more runs. Siraj was putting up a brave fight with the bat and was doing everything right for India. He had defended like a textbook tailender, blocking, ducking and surviving.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>But fate had other plans. An off-spin delivery from Shoaib Bashir gripped and back-spun to dislodge the stump, the same one Siraj had once uprooted in glory. The heartbreak was instant. Siraj dropped to his knees, questioning his luck as the dream was over.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/from-car-accident-to-creating-history-when-life-bowled-a-bouncer-rishabh-pant-hit-a-century-1750762288365"><strong>From car accident to creating history - When life bowled a bouncer, Rishabh Pant hit a century</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This wasn’t just another loss. It was a brave fight put up by the Indian tailenders; at lunch on the final day, they were reeling at 112/8. However, Ravindra Jadeja, Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj stitched together a fightback, taking the score to 170. Victory was 23 runs away, but that just wasn't meant to be; God was kinder to England and fortune didn't favour the brave.</p><h2>Parallels from 2021 Lord's Test</h2><p>The parallels with the 2021 Test match at Lord's were strange. Back then, India was 209 for 8 before Shami and Bumrah’s unbeaten 89-run stand for the ninth wicket turned the match. Siraj did wonders with the ball: a four-wicket haul and that iconic celebration, stump in hand, Kohli roaring all over the place. He had taken eight wickets in the game, including the final blow that guided India to defend 272 in 60 overs.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Now, in 2025, the hope of winning the game lay in the hands of Indian tail-enders. Bumrah and Siraj blocked 84 deliveries together and the Indian side was hoping for a miracle. However, Bashir found just enough from the pitch to break through and shatter the Indian dreams.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It’s strange how the same place can give you everything once and take it all away the next time. In 2021, Siraj walked off with the stump in hand and a smile at Lord’s. In 2025, he walked off again, but this time, head down, the same stump lying behind him.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In the end, cricket is the best leveller, bringing you up one day and down the next.</p>

In 2021, Siraj sealed a historic win at Lord’s with the stump in hand. In 2025, at the same ground, that stump became a symbol of heartbreak as he was bowled with 23 runs to win. From glory to grief, Siraj lived both highs and lows at the Home of Cricket.

In cricket and life, some moments stay forever in your heart. For Mohammed Siraj, one such joyful memory was at Lord’s in 2021, stump in hand, sprinting across the field after castling the off-stump of England’s James Anderson to seal a famous 151-run win on day 5. Fast forward to July 14, 2025, at the same iconic venue and that very stump became a symbol of heartbreak. India needed 23 more runs. Siraj was putting up a brave fight with the bat and was doing everything right for India. He had defended like a textbook tailender, blocking, ducking and surviving. But fate had other plans. An off-spin delivery from Shoaib Bashir gripped and back-spun to dislodge the stump, the same one Siraj had once uprooted in glory. The heartbreak was instant. Siraj dropped to his knees, questioning his luck as the dream was over. Also Read | From car accident to creating history - When life bowled a bouncer, Rishabh Pant hit a century This wasn’t just another loss. It was a brave fight put up by the Indian tailenders; at lunch on the final day, they were reeling at 112/8. However, Ravindra Jadeja, Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj stitched together a fightback, taking the score to 170. Victory was 23 runs away, but that just wasn't meant to be; God was kinder to England and fortune didn't favour the brave. Parallels from 2021 Lord's Test The parallels with the 2021 Test match at Lord's were strange. Back then, India was 209 for 8 before Shami and Bumrah’s unbeaten 89-run stand for the ninth wicket turned the match. Siraj did wonders with the ball: a four-wicket haul and that iconic celebration, stump in hand, Kohli roaring all over the place. He had taken eight wickets in the game, including the final blow that guided India to defend 272 in 60 overs. Now, in 2025, the hope of winning the game lay in the hands of Indian tail-enders. Bumrah and Siraj blocked 84 deliveries together and the Indian side was hoping for a miracle. However, Bashir found just enough from the pitch to break through and shatter the Indian dreams. It’s strange how the same place can give you everything once and take it all away the next time. In 2021, Siraj walked off with the stump in hand and a smile at Lord’s. In 2025, he walked off again, but this time, head down, the same stump lying behind him. In the end, cricket is the best leveller, bringing you up one day and down the next.

<p>In 2021, Siraj sealed a historic win at Lord’s with the stump in hand. In 2025, at the same ground, that stump became a symbol of heartbreak as he was bowled with 23 runs to win. From glory to grief, Siraj lived both highs and lows at the Home of Cricket.</p>

How one stump at Lord’s gave Siraj both joy and heartbreak

<p>India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja and pacer Jasprit Bumrah stitched the biggest fourth innings ninth wicket partnership against in England in a Test. The duo added 35 runs during the day 5 (Jul 14) of the Lord's Test when India were 112/8 at lunch and still 81 runs short of the target. The record, before Jadeja and Bumrah, was with Kiran More and Sanjeev Sharma who had added 25 runs in the fourth innings of a 1990 Test at the same venue. India, however, lost the match in the end by 22 runs in an anti-climatic finish.</p><p><strong>Also Read -</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/indian-bowlers-achieve-rare-test-record-at-lords-first-time-since-1955-1752498536717">In series dominated by batters, Indian bowlers achieve RARE Test record first time since 1955</a></p><p>The partnership was broken when Bumrah tried one too many pull shots and was finally caught by Chris Woakes off Ben Stokes - leaving India 46 runs short of the target and only wicket in hand. Jadeja then added 23 runs with Mohammed Siraj for the last wicket in 80 balls - frustrating England to core. With only 23 runs needed, Siraj defended an innocuous looking delivery from Shoaib Bashir but it rolled on to the stumps strongly enough to dislodge a bail. England were jubilant immediately and Siraj was on his haunches in the end of the match which went into the final session on a final day.</p><p>Earlier, India started the they at 58/4 and needing 135 runs more to win and take a 2-1 lead in the five-Test series. India's plans, however, were derailed quickly as England struck thrice in a short span, leaving them 82/7 in less 25 overs. Nitish Reddy then joined Jadeja as the duo added 30 runs for the eight wicket in nearly 15 overs before Reddy was dismissed at the stroke of lunch.</p><p>In the second session, Bumrah showed immense heart before playing the nothing shot to get out as India added 51 runs in 30.3 overs for the loss of one wicket. The fourth Test starts after a 10-day gap on July 23 at Old Trafford in Manchester.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Jadeja and Bumrah added 35 runs for the 9th wicket during the day 5 (Jul 14) of the Lord's Test when India were 112/8 at lunch and still 81 runs short of the target. India, however, lost the match in the end by 22 runs in an anti-climatic finish.

India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja and pacer Jasprit Bumrah stitched the biggest fourth innings ninth wicket partnership against in England in a Test. The duo added 35 runs during the day 5 (Jul 14) of the Lord's Test when India were 112/8 at lunch and still 81 runs short of the target. The record, before Jadeja and Bumrah, was with Kiran More and Sanjeev Sharma who had added 25 runs in the fourth innings of a 1990 Test at the same venue. India, however, lost the match in the end by 22 runs in an anti-climatic finish. Also Read - In series dominated by batters, Indian bowlers achieve RARE Test record first time since 1955 The partnership was broken when Bumrah tried one too many pull shots and was finally caught by Chris Woakes off Ben Stokes - leaving India 46 runs short of the target and only wicket in hand. Jadeja then added 23 runs with Mohammed Siraj for the last wicket in 80 balls - frustrating England to core. With only 23 runs needed, Siraj defended an innocuous looking delivery from Shoaib Bashir but it rolled on to the stumps strongly enough to dislodge a bail. England were jubilant immediately and Siraj was on his haunches in the end of the match which went into the final session on a final day. Earlier, India started the they at 58/4 and needing 135 runs more to win and take a 2-1 lead in the five-Test series. India's plans, however, were derailed quickly as England struck thrice in a short span, leaving them 82/7 in less 25 overs. Nitish Reddy then joined Jadeja as the duo added 30 runs for the eight wicket in nearly 15 overs before Reddy was dismissed at the stroke of lunch. In the second session, Bumrah showed immense heart before playing the nothing shot to get out as India added 51 runs in 30.3 overs for the loss of one wicket. The fourth Test starts after a 10-day gap on July 23 at Old Trafford in Manchester.

<p>The record, before Jadeja and Bumrah, was with Kiran More and Sanjeev Sharma who had added 25 runs in the fourth innings of a 1990 Test at the same venue. India, however, lost the match in the end by 22 runs in an anti-climatic finish.</p>

Jadeja, Bumrah create partnership history for 9th wicket for India in Lord's loss vs England

<p>The third innings of the Lord's Test - England's second of the match - was the first time a team scored less than 300 runs in an innings during the ongoing India vs England Test series. England were bowled out for 192 and the innings included seven batters getting the wickets tumbled - the most by India in a Test innings. During England's first innings, Indian bowlers had bowled five batters - making it a total of 12 bowleds for them in the Test - also the highest for them. It was back in 1955 when New Zealand had scored 12 or more bowleds in a Test - 13 against England in Dunedin.</p><p><strong>Also Read -</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/from-88-to-607-shubman-gill-is-now-india-s-batter-in-a-test-series-in-england-1752490988681">From 88 to 607 - Shubman Gill is now India's batter in a Test series in England</a></p><p>Out of 12 bowleds Indian bowlers managed in the Test, Jasprit Bumrah managed six of them - four in first innings and two in second. Mohammed Siraj managed one in England's second innings while Akash Deep bowled one in first innings. Spinner Washington Sundar, who cracked the game open on day 4 (Jul 13), took rest of the four wickets by bowling batters out. England's second innings at Lord's is also the first time India have dismissed seven batters as bowled - going past their previous record of six bowled against Australia in 1948 Adelaide Test.</p><p>India, however, suffered a major blow in the Test at Lord's when wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant hurt his left index finger 34 overs into the match. Dhruv Jurel was called upon as substitute but India went on to give away 36 byes in the Tests - little fault of the wicketkeeper though. The 36 byes conceded by India are the third highest in a Test - behind 47 against Pakistan in 2007 Bengaluru Test and 40 against England in 2018 Oval Test. Pant although injured, batted bravely in the first innings for 74 as India ended up at 387 in reply of England's exact same score.</p>

During England's first innings, Indian bowlers had bowled five batters - making it a total of 12 bowleds for them in the Test - the highest for them. It was back in 1955 when New Zealand had scored 12 or more bowleds in a Test - 13 against England in Dunedin.

The third innings of the Lord's Test - England's second of the match - was the first time a team scored less than 300 runs in an innings during the ongoing India vs England Test series. England were bowled out for 192 and the innings included seven batters getting the wickets tumbled - the most by India in a Test innings. During England's first innings, Indian bowlers had bowled five batters - making it a total of 12 bowleds for them in the Test - also the highest for them. It was back in 1955 when New Zealand had scored 12 or more bowleds in a Test - 13 against England in Dunedin. Also Read - From 88 to 607 - Shubman Gill is now India's batter in a Test series in England Out of 12 bowleds Indian bowlers managed in the Test, Jasprit Bumrah managed six of them - four in first innings and two in second. Mohammed Siraj managed one in England's second innings while Akash Deep bowled one in first innings. Spinner Washington Sundar, who cracked the game open on day 4 (Jul 13), took rest of the four wickets by bowling batters out. England's second innings at Lord's is also the first time India have dismissed seven batters as bowled - going past their previous record of six bowled against Australia in 1948 Adelaide Test. India, however, suffered a major blow in the Test at Lord's when wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant hurt his left index finger 34 overs into the match. Dhruv Jurel was called upon as substitute but India went on to give away 36 byes in the Tests - little fault of the wicketkeeper though. The 36 byes conceded by India are the third highest in a Test - behind 47 against Pakistan in 2007 Bengaluru Test and 40 against England in 2018 Oval Test. Pant although injured, batted bravely in the first innings for 74 as India ended up at 387 in reply of England's exact same score.

<p>During England's first innings, Indian bowlers had bowled five batters - making it a total of 12 bowleds for them in the Test - the highest for them. It was back in 1955 when New Zealand had scored 12 or more bowleds in a Test - 13 against England in Dunedin.</p>

In series dominated by batters, Indian bowlers achieve RARE Test record first time since 1955

<p>The third Test match between India and hosts England is well poised for a crunch final day as both teams push for a win. The contest at Lord’s Cricket Ground will see India resume the final day at 58/4, having lost key wickets in their 192-run chase. Still needing 135 runs more to win and hosts England pushing their bowling attack it will be an interesting day for the chasing visitors. However, do England have any chance of winning the match and what is the lowest total defended in a Test at the venue?</p><h2><strong>Lord’s Test set for crunch final day</strong></h2><p>Still needing six wickets to win, England bowlers will have an important few overs to start on the final day. However, record books do make an easy reading for the hosts as they don’t necessarily need to script history since the lowest score defended at the venue is 124. Interestingly, that record still stand for more than 137 years having been set in 1888.</p><p>In a low-scoring contest, England were unable to chase the total in the relatively early days of cricket when the Ashes contest was played.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>When it comes to England’s most successful defence at Lord’s, the pages have to be turned as before as 1955. On that occasion, the English side defended 155 against South Africa in what was another low-scoring thriller in the contest.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ |</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tennis-i-keep-looking-up-to-him-wimbledon-champion-jannik-sinner-full-of-praise-for-carlos-alcaraz-1752463414215"><strong> 'I keep looking up to him': Wimbledon champion Jannik Sinner full of praise for Carlos Alcaraz</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>England’s most recent successful defence at the venue came in 2019 when they defended 182 against Ireland in the only Test match. The match was played just days after the hosts had won the 2019 ODI World Cup at the same venue.</p><h2><strong>Can England do it?</strong></h2><p>Needing six more wickets, England retain more than a chance to win the match as they have bowlers like Jofra Archer, Chris Woakes, Brydon Carse and others at their disposal. India will start Day 5 with KL Rahul (33) as the visitors lost night watchman Akash Deep on the final ball of Day 4. Gill and Co still have the likes of Rishabh Pant (likely to join Rahul), Nitish Kumar Reddy and Ravindra Jadeja as their reliable batting assets.</p>

Still needing 135 runs more to win and hosts England pushing their bowling attack it will be an interesting day for the chasing visitors. However, do England have any chance of winning the match and what is the lowest total defended in a Test at the venue?

The third Test match between India and hosts England is well poised for a crunch final day as both teams push for a win. The contest at Lord’s Cricket Ground will see India resume the final day at 58/4, having lost key wickets in their 192-run chase. Still needing 135 runs more to win and hosts England pushing their bowling attack it will be an interesting day for the chasing visitors. However, do England have any chance of winning the match and what is the lowest total defended in a Test at the venue? Lord’s Test set for crunch final day Still needing six wickets to win, England bowlers will have an important few overs to start on the final day. However, record books do make an easy reading for the hosts as they don’t necessarily need to script history since the lowest score defended at the venue is 124. Interestingly, that record still stand for more than 137 years having been set in 1888. In a low-scoring contest, England were unable to chase the total in the relatively early days of cricket when the Ashes contest was played. When it comes to England’s most successful defence at Lord’s, the pages have to be turned as before as 1955. On that occasion, the English side defended 155 against South Africa in what was another low-scoring thriller in the contest. ALSO READ | 'I keep looking up to him': Wimbledon champion Jannik Sinner full of praise for Carlos Alcaraz England’s most recent successful defence at the venue came in 2019 when they defended 182 against Ireland in the only Test match. The match was played just days after the hosts had won the 2019 ODI World Cup at the same venue. Can England do it? Needing six more wickets, England retain more than a chance to win the match as they have bowlers like Jofra Archer, Chris Woakes, Brydon Carse and others at their disposal. India will start Day 5 with KL Rahul (33) as the visitors lost night watchman Akash Deep on the final ball of Day 4. Gill and Co still have the likes of Rishabh Pant (likely to join Rahul), Nitish Kumar Reddy and Ravindra Jadeja as their reliable batting assets.

<p>Still needing 135 runs more to win and hosts England pushing their bowling attack it will be an interesting day for the chasing visitors. However, do England have any chance of winning the match and what is the lowest total defended in a Test at the venue?</p>

IND vs ENG: What is the lowest total defended at Lord's, do England stand a chance on Day 5? Details here

Here is a look at nine instances when teams have ended with identical scores in a Test match as India vs England, Lords Test becomes the latest to join the list. 

9 instances when teams ended with identical scores in a Test match – IND vs ENG, Lord's Test joins list

<p>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.</p><p><strong>Also Watch </strong>- <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></p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p>

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.

<p>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.</p>

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

<p>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.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>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.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>"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."<br>&nbsp;</p><p>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;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>"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."<br>&nbsp;</p><p>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;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>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;</p>

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.

<p>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.</p>

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

<p>India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant suffered a blow on his left index finger during the 34th over of England's first innings on day 1 (Jul 10) of third Test at Lord's. He 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.</p><p><strong>Also Read -</strong> <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></p><h2>How did Pant get hurt?</h2><p>It was a challenging day for Pant behind the stumps as the pace bowlers often went down the leg. The wicketkeeper-batter did very well to collect most balls until one delivery by Bumrah hit his index finger. His on-field treatment caused a delay but he winced his pain as soon as he put on the glove back before deciding to walk off.</p><h2>Will Jurel bat in Pant's absence?</h2><p>As per the ICC rules, a team can call upon a substitute wicketkeeper-batter in case of an injury but he/she won't be allowed to bat. The only scenario in which Jurel gets to bat in place of Pant if the latter unfortunately suffers a concussion or COVID before India bat.</p><h2>What is Jurel's record in Test matches?</h2><p>Jurel made his India debut in red-ball cricket in February 2024 against England in home Test series when Pant was recovering from car crash suffered in December 2022. Since then, he has played four Tests and scored 202 runs at an average of around 40 and one 90 - his highest and only fifty-plus score in Tests.</p><p>Jurel's last Test was against Australia in away Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) in 2024/25 in first Test at Perth where he played as specialist batter but managed to score only 12 runs across two innings.</p>

Rishabh Pant suffered a blow on his left index finger during the 34th over of England's first innings on day 1 (Jul 10) of third Test at Lord's. He 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.

India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant suffered a blow on his left index finger during the 34th over of England's first innings on day 1 (Jul 10) of third Test at Lord's. He 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. Also Read - 5 wickets in 5 balls! Ireland's Campher second player to achieve milestone, THIS Zimbabwe player was first How did Pant get hurt? It was a challenging day for Pant behind the stumps as the pace bowlers often went down the leg. The wicketkeeper-batter did very well to collect most balls until one delivery by Bumrah hit his index finger. His on-field treatment caused a delay but he winced his pain as soon as he put on the glove back before deciding to walk off. Will Jurel bat in Pant's absence? As per the ICC rules, a team can call upon a substitute wicketkeeper-batter in case of an injury but he/she won't be allowed to bat. The only scenario in which Jurel gets to bat in place of Pant if the latter unfortunately suffers a concussion or COVID before India bat. What is Jurel's record in Test matches? Jurel made his India debut in red-ball cricket in February 2024 against England in home Test series when Pant was recovering from car crash suffered in December 2022. Since then, he has played four Tests and scored 202 runs at an average of around 40 and one 90 - his highest and only fifty-plus score in Tests. Jurel's last Test was against Australia in away Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) in 2024/25 in first Test at Perth where he played as specialist batter but managed to score only 12 runs across two innings.

<p>It was a challenging day for Pant behind the stumps as the pace bowlers often went down the leg. The wicketkeeper-batter did very well to collect most balls until one delivery by Bumrah hit his index finger.&nbsp;</p>

IND vs ENG: Worry for India? BCCI shares update on Pant's finger injury as Jurel keeps wicket at Lord's

<p>It was all about Jasprit Bumrah and the impact he were to have along with Edgbaston heroes Akash Deep and Mohammed Siraj in Lord's Test vs England but all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy who stunned England. The all-rounder, who has had lackluster second Test, took two wickets in his first over, sending back both England openers Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley after a good first hour of the hosts. The pitch didn't have any demons and with the sun shining bright, Indian pace trio could not make an early breakthrough. Reddy, who bowled only six overs at Edgbaston for 0/29, brought India back in the game after they were asked to bowl first by Ben Stokes.</p><p><strong>Also Read -</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-pant-says-balls-going-soft-irritating-players-and-stokes-agrees-1752084380702">IND vs ENG: Pant says balls going soft 'irritating players' and Stokes agrees</a></p><h2>Nitish Reddy Double-Wicket Over at Lord's - WATCH</h2>

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<p>The first one to go was Duckett (23 off40) who fiddled with a ball going down leg and Rishabh Pant doing well to hold onto a catch. Reddy would have had two wickets on the trot had Subhman Gill held onto a tough catch in slips edged by Ollie Pope on the first ball. Nonetheless, Reddy bowled a peach last delivery of the over which Zak Crawley (18) got all squared on and edged it to Pant again. Suddenly England became from 43/0 to 44/2 in space of six balls.</p><p>Earlier, England skipper Stokes won the toss and decided to bat first unlike the first two Tests in Headingley &amp; Edgbaston. Both, England and India made one change each to the playing XI from the last Test, brining in express pacers Jofra Archer and Bumrah, respectively. For England, Josh Tounge made way for Archer while it was Prasidh Krishna for India who was left out to include Bumrah in the side.</p>

The pitch didn't have any demons and with the sun shining bright, Indian pace trio could not make an early breakthrough. Reddy, who bowled only six overs at Edgbaston for 0/29, brought India back in the game after they were asked to bowl first by Ben Stokes.

It was all about Jasprit Bumrah and the impact he were to have along with Edgbaston heroes Akash Deep and Mohammed Siraj in Lord's Test vs England but all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy who stunned England. The all-rounder, who has had lackluster second Test, took two wickets in his first over, sending back both England openers Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley after a good first hour of the hosts. The pitch didn't have any demons and with the sun shining bright, Indian pace trio could not make an early breakthrough. Reddy, who bowled only six overs at Edgbaston for 0/29, brought India back in the game after they were asked to bowl first by Ben Stokes. Also Read - IND vs ENG: Pant says balls going soft 'irritating players' and Stokes agrees Nitish Reddy Double-Wicket Over at Lord's - WATCH

<p>The all-rounder, who has had lackluster second Test, took two wickets in his first over, sending back both England openers Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley after a good first hour of the hosts.</p>

IND vs ENG: In Bumrah's comeback, Nitish Reddy stuns England with double-wicket over - WATCH

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