England Secures Thrilling Test Victory Against India at Lord's

A Memorable Day for English Cricket Fans

July 14 holds a significant place in the hearts of cricket enthusiasts in England, as they witnessed another exhilarating win at Lord's, this time in Test cricket against India, six years after their remarkable ODI World Cup victory in 2019.

England's Narrow Win in the Third Test

Under the leadership of Ben Stokes, England achieved a nail-biting 22-run victory over India in the third Test of the five-match series held at Lord's in London on July 14. After being bowled out for 192, England set a target of 193 runs for India to chase.

Dramatic Final Day at Lord's

The hosts successfully defended their target amid a tense final day, with Shoaib Bashir claiming the last wicket of Mohammed Siraj, igniting celebrations. The final day was filled with twists, as momentum shifted between both teams throughout the sessions.

Key Performances by England Bowlers

Jofra Archer and Ben Stokes set the tone for the final day by dismantling India's batting order, taking crucial wickets of KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, and Washington Sundar, leaving India struggling at 82/7. However, Ravindra Jadeja's determined effort kept India's hopes alive.

Ravindra Jadeja's Resilience

Jadeja posed a significant challenge to England's bowlers, inching India closer to a potential victory. After the dismissal of Nitish Kumar Reddy at 112/8, Jadeja became India's last hope, forming a gritty 36-run partnership with Jasprit Bumrah before Stokes dismissed Bumrah.

The Final Moments

Despite Jadeja's valiant innings of 61 off 181 balls, which included four fours and a six, India fell short by 23 runs. His dismissal marked the end of India's fightback, as England celebrated their hard-fought victory.

A Historic Day at Lord's

England celebrated their victory on the same date as their 2019 ODI World Cup win, where they triumphed over New Zealand. This match further solidified their connection with July 14 at the iconic venue.

Ben Stokes: A Consistent Performer

Ben Stokes was named Player of the Match for both the 2019 World Cup Final and the 2025 Test victory. In the World Cup, he scored 84 runs, while in the Test, he contributed with both bat and ball, helping England secure a 2-1 lead in the series.

Looking Ahead

With this victory, England leads the five-match series 2-1, heading into the fourth Test at Old Trafford in Manchester on July 23.