July 10, 2025: England vs India – The five-match Test series between India and England is finely poised at 1-1, and all eyes are now on Lord’s, where the third Test began today. After India’s emphatic 336-run win at Edgbaston, momentum appears to have shifted in their favour, and the return of pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah only adds to their growing confidence.
India Eyeing Dominance Despite Youth Led by newly-appointed captain Shubman Gill, a relatively inexperienced Indian side has not only held their own but has dominated large portions of the series so far. Following the retirements of senior stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, many expected India to struggle, but the team has defied expectations with spirited performances, particularly with the bat.
Gill and his top-order teammates have delivered consistently, turning the heat on England’s bowling attack and forcing captain Ben Stokes to reconsider his strategy. England had initially planned to exploit flat tracks and dominate with the bat, but India’s bowling, buoyed by Bumrah’s return, is set to challenge that narrative.
England Under Pressure
After a shaky outing at Edgbaston and a lackluster display at times during the series, England’s batting lineup finds itself under pressure. Their inability to withstand sustained pressure has exposed vulnerabilities, and with Archer returning and playing his first home Test in years, England will hope for a renewed edge.
Dropped Catches and Missed Chances Cost India Earlier
India could well have been 2-0 up in the series, if not for dropped catches and lower-order collapses during the first Test in Leeds. However, their resilience and tactical discipline in the second Test turned the tide convincingly.
What to Expect at Lord’s
The surface at Lord’s is expected to offer variable bounce and early movement, potentially challenging batters from both sides. With Bumrah back in the XI, India’s attack looks far more balanced and dangerous.
The key battle of Jasprit Bumrah vs Jofra Archer could very well define the outcome of this Test — and possibly the series.
Stay tuned for live updates, scorecards, and match highlights from Day 1 of the 3rd Test between India and England.