England Leads 2–1 After Lord’s Thriller – Can India Bounce Back In Manchester?

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London, July 16, 2025 — In what was arguably the most gripping Test of the series so far, England held their nerve to defeat India by 22 runs at Lord’s, taking a 2–1 lead in the 5-match series. The Test went down to the wire, with momentum swinging wildly on the final two days.

Sundar’s Prediction Backfires, Archer Shines
India’s chase of 298 unraveled after a solid start. Washington Sundar, who boldly claimed India would finish the match “before tea on Day 4,” became the center of social media mockery after falling for just 11 runs. His dismissal was part of a late-order collapse that sealed India’s fate.

Meanwhile, Jofra Archer made a dream return, taking five wickets in the second innings and securing the Player of the Match award.

Betting Insights from the Lord’s Test
Pre-match odds favored England slightly, and their final-session brilliance justified the odds swing

In-play markets saw India briefly take the lead during Day 3, especially after Pant’s counterattack

Sundar’s early fall caused a 20% shift in live odds toward England in the final hour

If ...
... you followed our pre-match analysis, England’s comeback with Archer’s inclusion was a key value pick.

Match Poster Spotlight
We also designed a match poster that visually captures England’s series-defining win, featuring:

Bold red colors

Frustrated Washington Sundar after his failed prediction

“ENGLAND GOES 2–1 UP AT LORD’S” – the moment stamped visually

What’s Next: 4th Test Betting Preview
Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester

Start Date: July 23, 2025

Series Status: England 2 – India 1

Early Odds:

England Win: 1.90

India Win: 2.40

Draw: 5.00

Tip: Watch for the toss – India chasing under pressure has not worked well in this series.

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Final Word from KheloExch360
With the series still wide open, can India bounce back under pressure in Manchester? Stay tuned to KheloExch360 for betting previews, live odds, and match insights tailored to help you stay ahead in the game.

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