July 14, 2025: India vs England 3rd Test – A pulsating final day awaits at Lord’s, with India needing just 135 runs for victory and England requiring six wickets to take a 2–1 lead in the five-match series.
By the close of play on Day 4, India were 58/4, with KL Rahul unbeaten on 33 and Rishabh Pant joining him in the middle. The top order failure came after a strong showing by Washington Sundar, whose four-wicket haul dismantled England’s second innings and set up a chase of 193 on a deteriorating pitch.
🏏 Key Highlights from Day 4
- Sundar’s exceptional spell helped skittle out England for 192, breaking a stubborn 67-run stand between Joe Root and Ben Stokes.
- India’s top order stumbled: Yashasvi Jaiswal (0), Karun Nair (14), Shubman Gill (6), and nightwatchman Akash Deep (1) all fell late on the fourth evening.
What’s at Stake & Conditions
- Target: 193 runs
- India: Needing 135 more with 6 wickets in hand
- England: Hunting six wickets for a series lead.
The pitch is expected to remain tricky, with variable bounce aiding bowlers. However, KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant offer composure and counter-attack skills — a combination former England captain Nasser Hussain believes could guide India home.
The weather forecast is not expected to disrupt the match, with only a slight chance of light showers and pleasant temperatures in the mid-20s °C .
Day 5 Preview
Expect India to rely heavily on Rahul and Pant, while England will look to early breakthroughs to build pressure. On a pitch likely to favour bowlers, every run and wicket takes on added significance.
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