In a dramatic showdown at Lord’s, England triumphed by 22 runs in the third Test of the India in England Series 2025, overcoming a spirited resistance from India’s lower order. With this win, England now lead the five-match series 2–1.
England, after opting to bat, posted 387 in their first innings, powered by Joe Root’s century (104) and supporting knocks from Jamie Smith and Brydon Carse. India responded in kind with 387, KL Rahul anchoring the innings with a well-crafted 100, while Rishabh Pant and Ravindra Jadeja contributed vital runs.
The second innings saw India’s bowlers shine, with Washington Sundar’s 4/22 restricting England to 192. Set 193 to chase, India’s top order faltered early, but Jadeja’s gritty unbeaten 61 and Jasprit Bumrah’s stubborn stay at the crease kept the contest alive deep into Day 5. Mohammed Siraj’s unlucky dismissal—where the ball spun off his bat and onto the stumps—ended India’s hopes dramatically.
Despite the loss, India’s resolve, especially from its bowlers, drew admiration as they absorbed over 200 deliveries in a tense finish. Ben Stokes, Jofra Archer, and Shoaib Bashir starred with the ball to seal England’s victory.
