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 - <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>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.

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.

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.

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

After a run-fest in the first two Tests, England have asked for a lively pitch for the third Test at Lord's against India which starts on July 10. The five-match series currently stands equal at 1-1 with India taking the second game by 336 runs after losing the first one by five wickets. The first Test saw more than 1600 runs being scored and in the second Test as well - showing how bad it has been for bowlers on the flat decks with dukes balls which are going soft quicker than usual.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tennis-wimbledon-tailoring-the-traditions-and-prestige-to-attract-younger-audience-1751891623539">Wimbledon 'tailoring the traditions and prestige' to attract younger audience</a>"Something with a bit more pace, a bit more bounce, and maybe a little bit of sideways" said McCullum as reported by ESPNCricinfo. "It'll be a blockbuster either way, but I think it's going to set up for a cracker - especially if there's plenty of life in it [the pitch]," he added. McCullum also hinted at express pacer Jofra Archer's selection in the playing XI and so did India skipper Shubman Gill about Jasprit Bumrah."He'll certainly be available for selection," McCullum said. "Our seamers have gone two Tests on the spin and we've got a short turnaround before we head down to HQ. We'll let the dust settle on this one, but Jofra is looking fit, he's looking strong, he's looking ready to go, and he'll come into calculations. It's hugely exciting."As for Bumrah, Gill said 'definitely' when asked if Bumrah will be playing in the third Test. India, however, didn't need him in 'subcontinent-like Edgbaston' as Stokes described the Birmingham pitch after the 336-run loss.With Akash Deep taking 10 wickets in the match and Mohammed Siraj taking seven wickets out of 20 which England lost. The Lord's Test will definitely be a content to look for the bowlers after what has been a batters' paradise in the first two Tests.

McCullum also hinted at express pacer Jofra Archer's selection in the playing XI and so did India skipper Shubman Gill about Jasprit Bumrah. Gill said 'definitely' when asked if Bumrah will be playing in the third Test.

After a run-fest in the first two Tests, England have asked for a lively pitch for the third Test at Lord's against India which starts on July 10. The five-match series currently stands equal at 1-1 with India taking the second game by 336 runs after losing the first one by five wickets. The first Test saw more than 1600 runs being scored and in the second Test as well - showing how bad it has been for bowlers on the flat decks with dukes balls which are going soft quicker than usual. Also Read - Wimbledon 'tailoring the traditions and prestige' to attract younger audience "Something with a bit more pace, a bit more bounce, and maybe a little bit of sideways" said McCullum as reported by ESPNCricinfo. "It'll be a blockbuster either way, but I think it's going to set up for a cracker - especially if there's plenty of life in it [the pitch]," he added. McCullum also hinted at express pacer Jofra Archer's selection in the playing XI and so did India skipper Shubman Gill about Jasprit Bumrah. "He'll certainly be available for selection," McCullum said. "Our seamers have gone two Tests on the spin and we've got a short turnaround before we head down to HQ. We'll let the dust settle on this one, but Jofra is looking fit, he's looking strong, he's looking ready to go, and he'll come into calculations. It's hugely exciting." As for Bumrah, Gill said 'definitely' when asked if Bumrah will be playing in the third Test. India, however, didn't need him in 'subcontinent-like Edgbaston' as Stokes described the Birmingham pitch after the 336-run loss. With Akash Deep taking 10 wickets in the match and Mohammed Siraj taking seven wickets out of 20 which England lost. The Lord's Test will definitely be a content to look for the bowlers after what has been a batters' paradise in the first two Tests.

The first Test saw more than 1600 runs being scored and in the second Test as well - showing how bad it has been for bowlers on the flat decks with dukes balls which are going soft quicker than usual.

IND vs ENG: Lord's pitch to assist bowlers? England coach asks for 'something with a bit more pace' after Edgbaston loss

India skippers with most Test Hundreds outside India

Kohli has scored 10 Test centuries as India skipper outside India. Four of these tons came in Australia and two in England.

Sachin scored four Test hundreds outside India as skipper. Two of his tons came in Sri Lanka to go with one each in South Africa and Australia.

Rahul Dravid scored four Test hundreds outside India as skipper. Two of his hundreds came in Pakistan, one in Bangladesh and one in West Indies.

Sourav Ganguly scored three Test hundreds as skipper outside India. His tons came in England, Australia and Zimbabwe.

Gill has scored two centuries already in his only two Tests as skippers outside India. Both his tons came in England.

Sunil Gavaskar was the first Indian skipper to score two Test hundreds outside India. His tons came in New Zealand and Pakistan.

Shubman Gill, with a hundred in Edgbaston, joined the list of Indian skipper with most Test hundreds as skipper outside India. The first Indian to do so was Sunil Gavaskar and last one was Virat Kohli.

June is lucky for Indian cricket. But is there one luckiest date of them all? Those from the bygone years might argue that June 25 is the luckiest date – why? India lifted its first ICC title – an ODI World Cup on that date in 1983, beating the defending champions West Indies in a famous Lord's final. Fast forward almost 40 years, the Men in Blue won its second T20 World Cup title on June 29, 2024, in the Americas. But is there a date that holds more significance to Indian Test cricket, specifically? History and numbers suggest that it’s June 20.&nbsp;June 20 and Indian Test cricket have plenty to do with each other. Has India won anything major on this day? Perhaps not! Then what makes it special than other dates on the calendar?&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-end-1st-test-headingley-leeds-preview-shubman-gill-era-begins-as-team-india-launches-quest-for-history-in-uk-1750398005312">IND vs ENG 1st Test, Preview: Shubman Gill era begins as Team India launches quest for history in UK</a> &nbsp;Of all the greatest Test cricketers the country has produced over the years, the three most significant ones made their respective Test debuts on June 20. Those three players were Sourav Ganguly, Rahul Dravid and Virat Kohli.&nbsp; &nbsp;Known for shaping Indian cricket their way, each contributed massively both on and off the field. Besides being among the country’s biggest match winners, all three were fabulous captains and led India to scale massive heights at home and abroad, creating history almost everywhere. &nbsp;While Ganguly and Dravid were introduced to the Test scene on this day in 1996 during India’s Test against England at the Lord’s, Virat emerged on the Test side on June 20, 2011, debuting alongside opener Abhinav Mukund and seamer Praveen Kumar, against the West Indies.<h2>From 1996 till eternity &nbsp;</h2>Picked to play alongside the superstar Sachin Tendulkar, with whom this pair etched their name in history books countless times later on, Ganguly and Dravid enjoyed their maiden outings on English soil as Indian batters. While history remains kinder to Ganguly, who scored a hundred on debut, hitting a brilliant 131 batting at number three, it somewhere forgot to honour Dravid that much, who missed the same feat by just five runs in his debut outing, as he got out on 95 in the same innings. &nbsp;Years later, they finished their Test careers as one of the best in the game. While both played over 100 Tests for India, Dravid led the race for most runs scored between them; Ganguly, however, did more as a Test captain and was famous for saving Indian cricket following match-fixing scandals in the early 2000s. &nbsp;Meanwhile, Kohli’s emergence on the Test scene in 2011 changed Indian Cricket forever. Let alone being applauded for his run-scoring spree throughout his career, Kohli’s run as India’s Test captain has the world talking about it to date. Of his massive achievements as both batter and skipper, Kohli leading India to a Test series win Down Under (against Australia) made him the best-ever. &nbsp;However, all three are now retired, with Kohli being the latest to hang up his Test boots.&nbsp;Besides, another name is added to the list. On June 20, 2025, Tamil Nadu batter Sai Sudharsan made his Test debut ahead of day one of the first Test against England at Headingley in Leeds.

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India won its maiden ODI World Cup on June 25, 1983, and their second T20 World Cup title on June 29, 2024. But why is June 20 more famous?

June is lucky for Indian cricket. But is there one luckiest date of them all? Those from the bygone years might argue that June 25 is the luckiest date – why? India lifted its first ICC title – an ODI World Cup on that date in 1983, beating the defending champions West Indies in a famous Lord's final. Fast forward almost 40 years, the Men in Blue won its second T20 World Cup title on June 29, 2024, in the Americas. But is there a date that holds more significance to Indian Test cricket, specifically? History and numbers suggest that it’s June 20. June 20 and Indian Test cricket have plenty to do with each other. Has India won anything major on this day? Perhaps not! Then what makes it special than other dates on the calendar? Also read | IND vs ENG 1st Test, Preview: Shubman Gill era begins as Team India launches quest for history in UK Of all the greatest Test cricketers the country has produced over the years, the three most significant ones made their respective Test debuts on June 20. Those three players were Sourav Ganguly, Rahul Dravid and Virat Kohli. Known for shaping Indian cricket their way, each contributed massively both on and off the field. Besides being among the country’s biggest match winners, all three were fabulous captains and led India to scale massive heights at home and abroad, creating history almost everywhere. While Ganguly and Dravid were introduced to the Test scene on this day in 1996 during India’s Test against England at the Lord’s, Virat emerged on the Test side on June 20, 2011, debuting alongside opener Abhinav Mukund and seamer Praveen Kumar, against the West Indies. From 1996 till eternity Picked to play alongside the superstar Sachin Tendulkar, with whom this pair etched their name in history books countless times later on, Ganguly and Dravid enjoyed their maiden outings on English soil as Indian batters. While history remains kinder to Ganguly, who scored a hundred on debut, hitting a brilliant 131 batting at number three, it somewhere forgot to honour Dravid that much, who missed the same feat by just five runs in his debut outing, as he got out on 95 in the same innings. Years later, they finished their Test careers as one of the best in the game. While both played over 100 Tests for India, Dravid led the race for most runs scored between them; Ganguly, however, did more as a Test captain and was famous for saving Indian cricket following match-fixing scandals in the early 2000s. Meanwhile, Kohli’s emergence on the Test scene in 2011 changed Indian Cricket forever. Let alone being applauded for his run-scoring spree throughout his career, Kohli’s run as India’s Test captain has the world talking about it to date. Of his massive achievements as both batter and skipper, Kohli leading India to a Test series win Down Under (against Australia) made him the best-ever. However, all three are now retired, with Kohli being the latest to hang up his Test boots. Besides, another name is added to the list. On June 20, 2025, Tamil Nadu batter Sai Sudharsan made his Test debut ahead of day one of the first Test against England at Headingley in Leeds.

India won its maiden ODI World Cup on June 25, 1983, and their second T20 World Cup title on June 29, 2024. But why is June 20 more famous?

Is June 20 the luckiest date for Indian Test Cricket? History and numbers suggest so!

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

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India skippers with most Test Hundreds outside India

Is June 20 the luckiest date for Indian Test Cricket? History suggest so!