IND vs ENG: The third match of the five-match Test series between India and England is going to start from July 10, 2025 at Lord's ground, known as the Mecca of cricket. Both the teams are working hard for this high-voltage match. The series is currently tied at 1-1, and in the second Test played recently at Edgbaston, India registered a spectacular victory of 336 runs. Cricket lovers are now eagerly waiting for the Lord's Test, where Indian captain Shubman Gill will have a golden opportunity to create history.
India's historical performance at Lord'sThe Indian team has played 19 Test matches so far at Lord's ground, out of which it has won only three, while losing 12. Four matches have been drawn. India registered its first win on this prestigious ground in 1986 under the captaincy of Kapil Dev, when the team achieved the target of 134 runs by 5 wickets. After this, in 2018, under the leadership of MS Dhoni, India defeated England by 95 runs. The third victory came in 2021 under the captaincy of Virat Kohli, when India defeated England by 151 runs.
India's Test record at Lord's- Matches played: 19
- Matches won: 3
- Matches lost: 12
- Matches drawn: 4
Golden opportunity in front of Shubhman GillNow Shubhman Gill has a chance to become the fourth Indian captain to win a Test at Lord's. If India wins this match, Gill's name will be added to legends like Kapil Dev, MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli. Under Gill's captaincy, the Indian team has performed brilliantly in recent years, and his aggressive strategy and youthful enthusiasm can give India an edge in this match.
Preparations of both the teamsIndia's batting has been in great form in this series, with players like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rohit Sharma making important contributions. In bowling, the pair of Jasprit Bumrah and Ravichandran Ashwin can prove to be a threat to England. On the other hand, the England team is desperate to make a comeback on their home ground. Their team looks balanced with experienced players like Joe Root and Ben Stokes. James Anderson's experienced bowling can pose a challenge for India.
Importance of Lord's TestThe Lord's ground is not only known for its historicity, but it is every cricketer's dream to register a win here. For India, this is an opportunity to take the lead in the Test series, while England will be eyeing a great performance in front of the home crowd. Weather and pitch conditions will also play an important role in this match. The Lord's pitch is usually helpful for fast bowlers, but later gives a chance to the batsmen as well.
Fans' expectationsIndian fans hope that Team India, led by Shubman Gill, will wave the flag of another victory at Lord's. This match can not only be decisive for the series, but can also prove to be a milestone in Gill's career. On the other hand, the England team would not want to leave any stone unturned on their home ground.
