The eyes of the cricket fraternity will be at the Lord’s Cricket Ground as India and England prepare for the third Test match in the five-match series. Playing at the ‘home of cricket’, this will be India’s 20th Test match at the iconic venue as they look to seize the advantage for the first time in the series. Currently level at 1-1 in the series, the contest starting on Thursday (July 10), will be pivotal for both teams especially for individuals from the camping as they target a place on the Lord’s Honours Boards.&nbsp;<h2>What are the prestigious Lord’s Honours Boards?</h2>Called the ‘home of cricket, Lord’s has served cricket for more than two centuries and holds its own significance in the sports and is also referred to as the ‘Mecca of cricket’. While no information is available on when the tradition started, it is considered a great distinction to be named on either the batting or bowling honours boards.&nbsp;The boards reward batters and bowlers who have scored a hundred, or taken a five-wicket or 10-wicket haul in an official Test match played at the Lord’s Cricket Ground. Until 2019 the honours boards included distinctions from Test matches only but since then it includes ODI as well.&nbsp;<h2>How many players are part of the Lord’s Honours Boards?</h2>As of July 2025, 175 players have earned a place on the Test batting honours boards, scoring 256 centuries. There have also been 33 centuries in men's ODIs and four in women's ODIs. There have been 194 Test five-wicket innings at Lord's, spread among 135 players. In men's ODIs there have been 15 five-wicket hauls and three in women's ODIs. There have been 30 ten-wicket matches earned a spot on the boards, with Derek Underwood the only player to appear twice.&nbsp;&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><h2>Which Indians are on the Lord’s Honour Boards?</h2>Having played 20 Test matches and multiple ODI matches, only a handful of Indians are on the Lord’s Honours Boards. Batters like Vinoo Mankad, Dilip Vengsarkar (thrice), Gundappa Viswanath, Ravi Shastri, Mohammad Azharuddin, Sourav Ganguly, Aji Agrakar, Rahul Dravid, Ajinkya Rahane and KL Rahul are part of the Test honours board.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;On the other hand, Mohammad Nissar, Amar Singh, N Amarnath, Vinoo Mankad, RB Desai, BS Chandrashekhar, BS Bedi, Kapil Dev, Chetan Sharma, BSK Prasad, RP Singh, Praveen Kumar, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Ishant Kumar are part of the bowlers honours board.&nbsp;&nbsp;No Indian is part of the honours board when it comes to the limited overs format. Interestingly, the likes of Sachin Tendulkar, Sunil Gavaskar, Anil Kumble and some other Indian greats are not part of the honours boards having missed out on scoring a hundred or taking a five-wicket haul.

Called the ‘home of cricket, Lord’s has served cricket for more than two centuries and holds its own significance in the sports. While no information is available on when the tradition started, it is considered a great distinction to be named on the honours boards.

The eyes of the cricket fraternity will be at the Lord’s Cricket Ground as India and England prepare for the third Test match in the five-match series. Playing at the ‘home of cricket’, this will be India’s 20th Test match at the iconic venue as they look to seize the advantage for the first time in the series. Currently level at 1-1 in the series, the contest starting on Thursday (July 10), will be pivotal for both teams especially for individuals from the camping as they target a place on the Lord’s Honours Boards. What are the prestigious Lord’s Honours Boards? Called the ‘home of cricket, Lord’s has served cricket for more than two centuries and holds its own significance in the sports and is also referred to as the ‘Mecca of cricket’. While no information is available on when the tradition started, it is considered a great distinction to be named on either the batting or bowling honours boards. The boards reward batters and bowlers who have scored a hundred, or taken a five-wicket or 10-wicket haul in an official Test match played at the Lord’s Cricket Ground. Until 2019 the honours boards included distinctions from Test matches only but since then it includes ODI as well. How many players are part of the Lord’s Honours Boards? As of July 2025, 175 players have earned a place on the Test batting honours boards, scoring 256 centuries. There have also been 33 centuries in men's ODIs and four in women's ODIs. There have been 194 Test five-wicket innings at Lord's, spread among 135 players. In men's ODIs there have been 15 five-wicket hauls and three in women's ODIs. There have been 30 ten-wicket matches earned a spot on the boards, with Derek Underwood the only player to appear twice. ALSO READ | From Dilip Vengsarkar to Rahul Dravid, 5 Indian batters with the most Test runs at Lord’s Cricket Ground Which Indians are on the Lord’s Honour Boards? Having played 20 Test matches and multiple ODI matches, only a handful of Indians are on the Lord’s Honours Boards. Batters like Vinoo Mankad, Dilip Vengsarkar (thrice), Gundappa Viswanath, Ravi Shastri, Mohammad Azharuddin, Sourav Ganguly, Aji Agrakar, Rahul Dravid, Ajinkya Rahane and KL Rahul are part of the Test honours board. On the other hand, Mohammad Nissar, Amar Singh, N Amarnath, Vinoo Mankad, RB Desai, BS Chandrashekhar, BS Bedi, Kapil Dev, Chetan Sharma, BSK Prasad, RP Singh, Praveen Kumar, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Ishant Kumar are part of the bowlers honours board. No Indian is part of the honours board when it comes to the limited overs format. Interestingly, the likes of Sachin Tendulkar, Sunil Gavaskar, Anil Kumble and some other Indian greats are not part of the honours boards having missed out on scoring a hundred or taking a five-wicket haul.

Called the ‘home of cricket, Lord’s has served cricket for more than two centuries and holds its own significance in the sports. While no information is available on when the tradition started, it is considered a great distinction to be named on the honours boards.

Which Indians are part of the prestigious Lord's Honours Boards, the hallowed cricket institutions?

Team India is all set to take on England at the ‘home of cricket’ Lord’s Cricket Ground in the third Test match starting on Thursday (July 10). Led by Shubman Gill, the visitors will look to carry their momentum from Edgbaston having drawn level in the five-match Test series. Ahead of the latest Test, let’s have a glance at what happened last time India travelled to the iconic venue.&nbsp;<h2>What happened last time India played a Test at Lord’s?</h2>Having drawn the opening Test at Trent Bridge in Nottingham, Virat Kohli and his side produced an all-round show with bat and ball with the match starting on 12 August 2021. Having lost the toss, India were put into bat as Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul opened for the visitors with Virat Kohli in charge of the side. Rahul scored a superb 129 runs, becoming the latest Indian batter to score a hundred at Lord’s. He stitched an opening stand of 126 runs with Rohit Sharma (83) before the latter was dismissed.&nbsp;&nbsp;England soon bounced back as James Anderson led the charge, scalping five wickets for 62 and helping England bowl out India for 364. Virat (42) and Ravindra Jadeja (40) also contributed with the bat for India before getting dismissed.&nbsp;&nbsp;In response, England were bowled out for 391 runs in their first innings with Joe Root scoring 180. However, apart from him, there was no significant contribution with the bat from other batters as the hosts earned a slender lead of 27 runs. Mohammed Siraj bagged a tally of 94/4 while Ishant Sharma bagged three wickets.&nbsp;&nbsp;India in their second innings did not have the best start as they were 55/3 before a 100-run stand between Cheteshwar Pujara (45) and Ajinkya Rahane (61). India would later declare their innings at 298/8 on the final day, giving England a target of 272 runs to chase.&nbsp;&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;Unlike the current Bazball era, England played to save the Test match which saw them start on the back foot. The hosts were 44/3 and lost two wickets in the opening two overs, giving India hopes of winning the match. Root was the top scorer with 33 and only two more batters got into double figures as India bowled the hosts out for 120 runs to win a famous Test match at Lord’s.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bumrah bagged 33/3 while Siraj’s brilliance with the ball continued as he ended with 32/4 in the second innings of the match.&nbsp;&nbsp;The onus will be on the Indian team now as they look to repeat the heroics ahead of the third Test at the same venue which starts on Thursday.

Led by Shubman Gill, the visitors will look to carry their momentum from Edgbaston having drawn level in the five-match Test series. Ahead of the latest Test, let’s have a glance at what happened last time India travelled to the iconic venue. 

Team India is all set to take on England at the ‘home of cricket’ Lord’s Cricket Ground in the third Test match starting on Thursday (July 10). Led by Shubman Gill, the visitors will look to carry their momentum from Edgbaston having drawn level in the five-match Test series. Ahead of the latest Test, let’s have a glance at what happened last time India travelled to the iconic venue. What happened last time India played a Test at Lord’s? Having drawn the opening Test at Trent Bridge in Nottingham, Virat Kohli and his side produced an all-round show with bat and ball with the match starting on 12 August 2021. Having lost the toss, India were put into bat as Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul opened for the visitors with Virat Kohli in charge of the side. Rahul scored a superb 129 runs, becoming the latest Indian batter to score a hundred at Lord’s. He stitched an opening stand of 126 runs with Rohit Sharma (83) before the latter was dismissed. England soon bounced back as James Anderson led the charge, scalping five wickets for 62 and helping England bowl out India for 364. Virat (42) and Ravindra Jadeja (40) also contributed with the bat for India before getting dismissed. In response, England were bowled out for 391 runs in their first innings with Joe Root scoring 180. However, apart from him, there was no significant contribution with the bat from other batters as the hosts earned a slender lead of 27 runs. Mohammed Siraj bagged a tally of 94/4 while Ishant Sharma bagged three wickets. India in their second innings did not have the best start as they were 55/3 before a 100-run stand between Cheteshwar Pujara (45) and Ajinkya Rahane (61). India would later declare their innings at 298/8 on the final day, giving England a target of 272 runs to chase. ALSO READ | From Dilip Vengsarkar to Rahul Dravid, 5 Indian batters with the most Test runs at Lord’s Cricket Ground Unlike the current Bazball era, England played to save the Test match which saw them start on the back foot. The hosts were 44/3 and lost two wickets in the opening two overs, giving India hopes of winning the match. Root was the top scorer with 33 and only two more batters got into double figures as India bowled the hosts out for 120 runs to win a famous Test match at Lord’s. Bumrah bagged 33/3 while Siraj’s brilliance with the ball continued as he ended with 32/4 in the second innings of the match. The onus will be on the Indian team now as they look to repeat the heroics ahead of the third Test at the same venue which starts on Thursday.

Led by Shubman Gill, the visitors will look to carry their momentum from Edgbaston having drawn level in the five-match Test series. Ahead of the latest Test, let’s have a glance at what happened last time India travelled to the iconic venue.&nbsp;

Lord's Flashback: From Rahul's ton to Siraj's bowling masterclass, how India conquered home of cricket in 2021

Meet 5 Indian cricket greats who never scored a hundred at Lord’s ft Sachin Tendulkar, Sunil Gavaskar, Virat Kohli, VVS Laxman and Virender Sehwag. 

Meet 5 Indian cricket greats who never scored a hundred at Lord’s ft Sachin Tendulkar, Sunil Gavaskar, Virat Kohli, VVS Laxman&nbsp;and Virender Sehwag.&nbsp;

Meet 5 Indian cricket greats who never scored a hundred at Lord’s

With the five-match Test series between India and England evenly poised at 1-1, the focus now shifts to the third Test at the iconic Lord’s cricket ground in London, starting on Thursday (July 10). Known as the ‘Home of Cricket,’ Lord’s has a rich history and legacy; however, it hasn't been favourable to India in red-ball format.&nbsp;<h2>What is India's record at Lord's Cricket Ground?</h2>&nbsp;Over the years, India have played 19 Tests at Lord’s (1932-2021), winning only three, drawing four and losing the remaining 12 matches. These numbers reflect how challenging this venue has been for Indian team over the years. However, the recent three results suggest a shift in momentum.&nbsp;India have won two of their last three Test matches at this venue. In 2014, under MS Dhoni’s captaincy, India defeated England by 95 runs. They suffered a loss in 2018 under Virat Kohli but bounced back strongly in 2021 with a comprehensive 151-run victory, showing a much-improved performance in English conditions.&nbsp;Also Read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ind-vs-eng-james-anderson-pushes-for-jofra-archer-s-inclusion-in-lord-s-test-says-got-to-play-him-1751950893930">IND vs ENG: James Anderson pushes for Jofra Archer's inclusion in Lord's Test, says ‘got to play him’</a><h2>India’s famous 2021 win at Lord’s&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;India’s most iconic recent moment at Lord’s came in August 2021, when they beat England by 151 runs. After setting a target of 272 in 60 overs on the final day, skipper Virat Kohli famously told his players, "For 60 overs, they should feel hell out there." His team responded with a complete bowling performance. Led by Mohammed Siraj’s four-wicket haul, India bowled England out for a mere 120 runs in 51.5 overs to seal a famous win.<h2>Can England bounce back?</h2>England will look to bounce back after a defeat in the second Test at Edgbaston. India dominated that match with both bat and ball, drawing level in the series. With the conditions at Lord’s expected to offer more help to the bowlers with a good pace and bounce than the previous two tests, both teams are likely to rely on their pace attacks.&nbsp;England have strengthened their pace attack for the third Test by adding Gus Atkinson and Jofra Archer to the squad. Atkinson is the fresh addition, while Archer, who joined the team after the first Test, will further support the fast bowling. India are likely to continue with the same core that performed well at Edgbaston, with players like Shubman Gill, Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep expected to play key roles once again.

With the five-match Test series between India and England evenly poised at 1-1, the focus now shifts to the third Test at the iconic Lord’s cricket ground in London, starting on Thursday (July 10). 

With the five-match Test series between India and England evenly poised at 1-1, the focus now shifts to the third Test at the iconic Lord’s cricket ground in London, starting on Thursday (July 10). Known as the ‘Home of Cricket,’ Lord’s has a rich history and legacy; however, it hasn't been favourable to India in red-ball format. What is India's record at Lord's Cricket Ground? Over the years, India have played 19 Tests at Lord’s (1932-2021), winning only three, drawing four and losing the remaining 12 matches. These numbers reflect how challenging this venue has been for Indian team over the years. However, the recent three results suggest a shift in momentum. India have won two of their last three Test matches at this venue. In 2014, under MS Dhoni’s captaincy, India defeated England by 95 runs. They suffered a loss in 2018 under Virat Kohli but bounced back strongly in 2021 with a comprehensive 151-run victory, showing a much-improved performance in English conditions. Also Read | IND vs ENG: James Anderson pushes for Jofra Archer's inclusion in Lord's Test, says ‘got to play him’ India’s famous 2021 win at Lord’s India’s most iconic recent moment at Lord’s came in August 2021, when they beat England by 151 runs. After setting a target of 272 in 60 overs on the final day, skipper Virat Kohli famously told his players, "For 60 overs, they should feel hell out there." His team responded with a complete bowling performance. Led by Mohammed Siraj’s four-wicket haul, India bowled England out for a mere 120 runs in 51.5 overs to seal a famous win. Can England bounce back? England will look to bounce back after a defeat in the second Test at Edgbaston. India dominated that match with both bat and ball, drawing level in the series. With the conditions at Lord’s expected to offer more help to the bowlers with a good pace and bounce than the previous two tests, both teams are likely to rely on their pace attacks. England have strengthened their pace attack for the third Test by adding Gus Atkinson and Jofra Archer to the squad. Atkinson is the fresh addition, while Archer, who joined the team after the first Test, will further support the fast bowling. India are likely to continue with the same core that performed well at Edgbaston, with players like Shubman Gill, Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep expected to play key roles once again.

With the five-match Test series between India and England evenly poised at 1-1, the focus now shifts to the third Test at the iconic Lord’s cricket ground in London, starting on Thursday (July 10).&nbsp;

IND vs ENG: All you need to know about India's record at Lord's Cricket Ground

Former India cricketer-turned-coach Ravi Shastri feels the Lord’s Stadium in London is an excellent choice for a WTC Final but dropped suggestions, including naming two other stadiums, one from India, which can draw more people than the Mecca of Cricket. The Lord’s Stadium in London hosted the recently concluded World Test Championship (WTC) Final between Australia and South Africa, with the Proteas winning it successfully. Although it remains a top-notch cricket venue worldwide, remaining packed for all international matches, including neutral games, Shastri feels it’s still not a 100,000-seater like the two venues he suggested.&nbsp;England has hosted the last three WTC Finals, with the Indian Cricket Board (BCCI), among others, showing interest in staging at least one of the upcoming ones. Though attendance has never been an issue despite England not featuring in the three scheduled WTC finals, Shastri feels once this summit clash gains popularity worldwide, hosting it at either the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in Australia and the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad, the two with the highest capacity, would go world of good to its popularity.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-2nd-test-what-is-team-india-test-record-at-edgbaston-birmingham-venue-for-second-game-1751195363763">IND vs ENG: What is India’s Test record at Edgbaston, venue for second Test</a> &nbsp;“I think to start off initially, it’s good if it’s here (Lord’s) actually. Once it gets the popularity and eyebrows it deserves, then it can start shifting. But I think the MCG can be a great place for a World Test Championship Final. Ahmedabad can be a great place for the WTC Final.&nbsp; &nbsp;“Basically, the places where you can draw a crowd. Because Lord’s is not a 100,000-seater stadium. So, irrespective of which team is playing, you know you will get a good crowd,” Ravi Shastri said while speaking on a Wisden Cricket podcast. &nbsp;Meanwhile, several reports have suggested that England could continue to host the next two WTC Finals scheduled in 2029 and 2031. Going by ICC’s Future Tours Program, the 2027 WTC Final will take place at Lord’s.&nbsp;

England has hosted the last three WTC Finals, with the Indian Cricket Board (BCCI), among others, showing interest in staging at least one of the upcoming ones. 

Former India cricketer-turned-coach Ravi Shastri feels the Lord’s Stadium in London is an excellent choice for a WTC Final but dropped suggestions, including naming two other stadiums, one from India, which can draw more people than the Mecca of Cricket. The Lord’s Stadium in London hosted the recently concluded World Test Championship (WTC) Final between Australia and South Africa, with the Proteas winning it successfully. Although it remains a top-notch cricket venue worldwide, remaining packed for all international matches, including neutral games, Shastri feels it’s still not a 100,000-seater like the two venues he suggested. England has hosted the last three WTC Finals, with the Indian Cricket Board (BCCI), among others, showing interest in staging at least one of the upcoming ones. Though attendance has never been an issue despite England not featuring in the three scheduled WTC finals, Shastri feels once this summit clash gains popularity worldwide, hosting it at either the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in Australia and the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad, the two with the highest capacity, would go world of good to its popularity. Also read | IND vs ENG: What is India’s Test record at Edgbaston, venue for second Test “I think to start off initially, it’s good if it’s here (Lord’s) actually. Once it gets the popularity and eyebrows it deserves, then it can start shifting. But I think the MCG can be a great place for a World Test Championship Final. Ahmedabad can be a great place for the WTC Final. “Basically, the places where you can draw a crowd. Because Lord’s is not a 100,000-seater stadium. So, irrespective of which team is playing, you know you will get a good crowd,” Ravi Shastri said while speaking on a Wisden Cricket podcast. Meanwhile, several reports have suggested that England could continue to host the next two WTC Finals scheduled in 2029 and 2031. Going by ICC’s Future Tours Program, the 2027 WTC Final will take place at Lord’s.

England has hosted the last three WTC Finals, with the Indian Cricket Board (BCCI), among others, showing interest in staging at least one of the upcoming ones.&nbsp;

Ravi Shastri suggests two stadiums, one from India, which can draw more crowd than Lord's for WTC Final

The International Cricket Council (ICC) confirmed that the&nbsp;World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 cycle's final will be held at the iconic Lord's Cricket Stadium, London from June 11-15 (with 16th being the reserve day).&nbsp;Guy Lavender, the chief executive and secretary of the Marleybone Cricket Club (MCC) said, "Test match days at Lord's are special and to welcome the two best men's sides in the world at the time, to battle it out at the Home of Cricket, will be a cricketing experience not to be missed."

The previous two WTC finals were also held in the United Kingdom, with the 2021 finale in Southampton whereas the 2023 summit clash took place at The Oval, London. The inaugural final was held between India and New Zealand, where Kane Williamson-led Black Caps won by eight wickets. In the 2023 final, Rohit Sharma-led India lost to Pat Cummins' Australia by 208 runs.

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Meanwhile, defending champions Australia are in no mood to give away their WTC title anytime soon.&nbsp;Test captain Cummins was&nbsp;quoted as saying, "Winning the World Test Championship was, and still is, a big goal for this team. It is the culmination of hard work and consistency over the two-year cycle for all teams. So hopefully we will be there again, there's a lot of cricket still to be played between now and then, and the fans can get a chance to watch us defend the title."

Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/youll-shame-yourself-harbhajan-on-how-he-motivated-young-kohli-doubting-his-test-credentials-755491">'You'll shame yourself...', Harbhajan on how he motivated young Kohli doubting his Test credentials</a>
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<h2>INDIA VS AUSTRALIA FINAL?</h2>

As per the WTC standings, India are at the top with six wins from nine encounters whereas defending champions Australia are a close second. The Aussies have played 12 games in the 2023-25 cycle and won eight of them. India is at the top with a win percentage of&nbsp;68.51 whereas Australia are not far behind, with a win percentage of 62.5. The likes of New Zealand, Bangladesh, England and South Africa occupy the next four positions, respectively.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) confirmed that the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 cycle's final will be held at the iconic Lord's Cricket Stadium, London from June 11-15 (with 16th being the reserve day).

The International Cricket Council (ICC) confirmed that the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 cycle's final will be held at the iconic Lord's Cricket Stadium, London from June 11-15 (with 16th being the reserve day). Guy Lavender, the chief executive and secretary of the Marleybone Cricket Club (MCC) said, "Test match days at Lord's are special and to welcome the two best men's sides in the world at the time, to battle it out at the Home of Cricket, will be a cricketing experience not to be missed." The previous two WTC finals were also held in the United Kingdom, with the 2021 finale in Southampton whereas the 2023 summit clash took place at The Oval, London. The inaugural final was held between India and New Zealand, where Kane Williamson-led Black Caps won by eight wickets. In the 2023 final, Rohit Sharma-led India lost to Pat Cummins' Australia by 208 runs. 'Winning WTC was and still is a big goal' Meanwhile, defending champions Australia are in no mood to give away their WTC title anytime soon. Test captain Cummins was quoted as saying, "Winning the World Test Championship was, and still is, a big goal for this team. It is the culmination of hard work and consistency over the two-year cycle for all teams. So hopefully we will be there again, there's a lot of cricket still to be played between now and then, and the fans can get a chance to watch us defend the title." Also read: 'You'll shame yourself...', Harbhajan on how he motivated young Kohli doubting his Test credentials INDIA VS AUSTRALIA FINAL? As per the WTC standings, India are at the top with six wins from nine encounters whereas defending champions Australia are a close second. The Aussies have played 12 games in the 2023-25 cycle and won eight of them. India is at the top with a win percentage of 68.51 whereas Australia are not far behind, with a win percentage of 62.5. The likes of New Zealand, Bangladesh, England and South Africa occupy the next four positions, respectively.

WTC 2023/25 final to be held at Lord's from June 11-15, confirms ICC

Lord's will host the annual Eton v Harrow school match and Oxford v Cambridge university fixture for at least five more years as a compromise after Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) members opposed plans to play them elsewhere.

Lord's to continue hosting historic fixtures after backlash from MCC