England: 83/2 (25 overs) at Lunch
Venue: Lord’s Cricket Ground, London
Date: July 10, 2025
Series Level: 1–1
IND vs ENG Day 1,England Opts to Bat First at Lord’s
England captain Ben Stokes won the toss and chose to bat first in the all-important 3rd Test match at Lord’s. The pitch had a slight green tinge, offering assistance to the pace bowlers in the first session. With the series levelled at 1–1, both sides entered with high intensity.
🔄 Toss & Playing XI
- England captain Ben Stokes won the toss and elected to bat.
- India’s bowling attack saw the return of pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, replacing Prasidh Krishna; Kuldeep Yadav was omitted
IND VS ENG,Morning Session Highlights
Jasprit Bumrah & Nitish Reddy Steal Early Show
India’s fast bowling attack, led by Jasprit Bumrah, made full use of the morning conditions. Bumrah bowled with sharp swing and pace, creating consistent pressure on England’s openers.
Making his Test debut, Nitish Kumar Reddy impressed right away by claiming two big wickets — Ben Duckett (23) and Zak Crawley (18). Reddy’s disciplined line and length, along with sharp bounce, rattled England early in the innings.
England early in the innings.
“I🗨️ “It’s a dream debut for Reddy at the Home of Cricket,” commented former cricketer Aakash Chopra.
England’s Top Order Crumbles Under Pressure
Despite starting steadily at 35/0 in the first 10 overs, England quickly lost control.
Key wickets:
- Ben Duckett – 23 (caught in slips off Reddy)
- Zak Crawley – 18 (lbw, Reddy)
- Joe Root – Struggled against Bumrah’s tight line
with the Indian bowlers dominating the pace-friendly pitch. The crowd at Lord’s witnessed a classic old-school Test match start with bowler supremacy.
Lunch Update
- England were 83/2 from 25 overs, with a 39-run stand between Joe Root (24)* and Ollie Pope (12)* stabilizing the innings
📊 Lunch Summary Table
| Score | Overs | Wickets Lost | Key Batters |
|---|---|---|---|
| 83/2 | 25 | 2 | Root 24* (34), Pope 12* (34) |
| Bowler | Overs | Wickets | Runs Conceded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nitish Reddy (IND) | 5 | 2 | 15 |
- Reddy: 2/15 in 5 overs
🌟Star Performers
- Nitish Reddy: Dealt a punch early in his maiden Test � two wickets, including both openers.
- Jasprit Bumrah & Akash Deep: Kept the batsmen quiet in support with disciplined spells, delivering multiple maidens .
- Partnership alert: Root & Pope anchored the innings after early trouble, facing challenging swing-friendly conditions
🔍Pitch Report and Match Conditions
- Pitch: Seamer-friendly surface, light grass cover
- Weather: Sunny with early moisture aiding swing
- Expected Movement: Seam in first two sessions; flattens on Day 2
- Spin Factor: Minimal role expected for spinners on Day 1
🎖️ Special Ceremonial Moment
Tendulkar Adds Charm to Lord’s Ceremony
Before play began, Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar was honoured with the ringing of the Lord’s Five-Minute Bell, and his portrait was unveiled in the Long Room — a historic moment that added gravitas to an already crucial day.
📸 A proud moment for Indian cricket fans around the world.
🔍 Afternoon Session Outlook
- Can Root and Pope convert their start into a strong foundation and press on past 150?
- Will seam movement ease, or will India’s fast bowlers continue their dominance?
- India may rotate their attack, with Siraj and Bumrah poised to strike again.
IND vs ENG 3rd Test Day 1 – Quick Summary
| Session | Highlights |
|---|---|
| Morning | Bumrah tight spell, Reddy’s twin breakthroughs |
| Wickets | Duckett (23), Crawley (18), Root (under pressure) |
| Bowling Heroes | Jasprit Bumrah (tight economy), Nitish Reddy (2 wickets) |
| Crowd | Packed Lord’s, lively atmosphere, Indian supporters loud |
What to Expect on Day 2?
- Can England’s middle-order stabilize the innings?
- Will India’s pacers continue their dominance or will the pitch ease up?
- All eyes on Harry Brook and Ben Stokes to lead England’s recovery.
📈 India vs England 3rd Test 2025: Key Stats
- India’s last win at Lord’s was in 2021
- Jasprit Bumrah now has 106 Test wickets overseas
- Nitish Reddy becomes the 309th Indian Test player
📢 Final Take
India seizing early wickets via Reddy’s sensational debut has given them control, but England’s middle-order resilience led by Root and Pope ensured the hosts reached a respectable 83/2 at lunch. Key tactical battles and bowling changes await after the break.
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