Zak Crawley Reflects on Intense Confrontation with Shubman Gill During Lord's Test

In a recent interview, England opener Zak Crawley reflected on the intense confrontation with India's Test captain Shubman Gill during the Lord's Test. He expressed his enjoyment of the competitive spirit displayed during the match, particularly during a heated eight-minute exchange. Crawley clarified the reasons behind their late arrival to the crease and emphasized the good spirits of both teams. This article delves into the details of the match and the players' perspectives, showcasing the thrilling dynamics of Test cricket.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 25, 2025, 04:22 IST

Crawley Discusses Tense Moments at Lord's

Manchester [UK], July 25: England's opener Zak Crawley shared his thoughts on the fiery exchange with India's Test captain Shubman Gill during the recent match at Lord's. He expressed that he thoroughly enjoyed the last eight minutes of the third day of the game.

During the third day of the Lord's Test, which India lost by a narrow margin of 22 runs, a heated dispute erupted between Gill and the English openers. The Indian captain accused them of wasting time while arriving at the crease, aiming to face as few balls as possible as the day's play was nearing its end. This confrontation saw the entire Indian team rallying around their batters, attempting to unsettle them in every possible way.

This incident ignited a competitive spirit in both teams, with bowlers Mohammed Siraj and Jasprit Bumrah displaying notable aggression in their performance. The intensity peaked on the fifth day when England managed to reduce India to 82/7 while chasing a target of 193 runs, with skipper Ben Stokes delivering a remarkable spell of nearly 10 overs and Jofra Archer unleashing some fiery deliveries.

In a post-match press conference, Crawley remarked, “I’ve always enjoyed that aspect of cricket, especially when batting. It’s two against eleven, and they’re eager to dismiss you while chirping away. Most times, I let it slide, but occasionally, I feel it’s a good opportunity to respond. I relished that eight-minute segment. No one crossed the line; it was all in good spirits. It was just competitive cricket, and I truly enjoyed it.”

On Day 3 of the Lord's Test, Crawley and fellow opener Ben Duckett took to the field 90 seconds later than scheduled.

Addressing the delay, Crawley clarified, “Not at all. I remain in my spot in the dressing room until the umpires head out. I noticed the umpires leaving, so I walked out. I wasn’t aware we were 90 seconds late, but that’s fair enough.”