⚔️ England Clinch Thrilling Win at Lord’s

⚔️ England Clinch Thrilling Win at Lord’s

🏏 England Clinch Thrilling Win at Lord’s – India Fall Short by 22 Runs

In a gripping finale on 14 July 2025, England secured a sensational 22‑run victory over India in the 3rd Test at Lord’s, taking a 2‑1 lead in the five‑match series. The win was sealed when Shoaib Bashir bowled Mohammed Siraj – triggering euphoric celebrations at the historic ground.

🎯 Key Moments – A Rollercoaster 22‑Run Win

Morning session: India resumed at 112/8, needing 81 more. England struck quickly, dismissing Bumrah and then Siraj in quick succession.

Jadeja’s resistance: Ravindra Jadeja stood tall with a resilient 61* (150), evoking memories of Sourav Ganguly’s iconic Lord’s knock.

Game-sealing moment: Shoaib Bashir clean bowled Siraj in the final over before lunch, securing England's dramatic win.

🌟 Player of the Match: Ben Stokes

The England skipper delivered with bat and ball – scoring crucial runs in both innings and picking up 5 wickets across the match, including key dismissals of Kohli and Pant. His leadership and all-round brilliance earned him the Man of the Match award.

📊 Final Scorecard Summary

  • England 1st innings: 387
  • India 1st innings: 387
  • England 2nd innings: 192
  • India 2nd innings: 170
  • Result: England won by 22 runs
  • Series: England lead 2–1

🏅 Top Performers & Stats

  • Ben Stokes: 44 & 33 runs + 5 wickets + 1 run-out
  • Ravindra Jadeja: 61* in 2nd innings – lone warrior for India
  • Shoaib Bashir: 4 wickets in the match including the final one
  • Match won before lunch on Day 5 – true Test drama!

🔍 What’s Next?

England will head to the 4th Test at Old Trafford with momentum on their side. India, trailing 1-2 in the series, will be desperate to bounce back and keep the series alive. The battle is far from over!

🙌 Final Thoughts

This Lord’s Test will go down as one of the greats – a fierce contest of skill, grit, and heart. England's narrow win and India's gallant fight, led by Jadeja, remind fans why Test cricket remains the pinnacle of the sport.

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