Ben Stokes Strikes With Final Ball As India Reach 58/4 Chasing 193 At Lord’s – 3rd Test Thriller

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Lord’s, July 14, 2025 – The 3rd Test between India and England at Lord’s lived up to its billing as a classic, with Ben Stokes delivering a dramatic last-ball wicket to leave India teetering at 58/4 in their pursuit of 193 runs. The late dismissal of Rajat Patidar has set the stage for a nail-biting finish on Day 5.

India’s chase, which began with caution, quickly derailed as England’s bowling attack, led by Stokes and Woakes, struck key blows. The dismissals of Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rohit Sharma, and Virat Kohli put India under pressure before Stokes turned the momentum back in England’s favor with a stunning final delivery.

Earlier, India’s off-spinner Washington Sundar was the standout performer, picking up 4 wickets and helping bundle England out for 231 in their second innings. His efforts gave India a realistic shot at chasing the total—until England’s late resurgence.

Match Summary – IND vs ENG 3rd Test, Day 4:

England 1st Innings: 319

India 1st Innings: 358

England 2nd Innings: 231

India 2nd Innings: 58/4 (Target: 193)

Wickets Lost: Jaiswal, Rohit, ...
... Kohli, Patidar

Not Out: KL Rahul (12*), Ravindra Jadeja (4*)

Required Runs: 135

Remaining Wickets: 6

What’s Next?
As Day 5 begins, all eyes will be on KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja, who must anchor India’s innings to chase down 135 runs on a pitch showing signs of variable bounce. England will aim for early breakthroughs to level the series.

This Test is poised to go down as one of the most memorable encounters between the two cricketing giants.

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