The penultimate day of the Lord’s Test between England and India culminated in a gripping situation, with the contest finely balanced and both sides harboring hopes of securing victory on the concluding day. In a series largely marked by batting dominance, it was a day where bowlers finally seized control. India concluded the day with a score of 58, having lost 4 wickets, and requiring an additional 135 runs to clinch a noteworthy triumph.
Early wickets put India under pressure in their second innings
India commenced their fourth innings with the objective of chasing a relatively modest but challenging target of 193 runs. The pitch conditions had begun to favor the bowlers, and England swiftly capitalized with early breakthroughs. Yashasvi Jaiswal was dismissed for a duck, offering a top-edged catch off a short delivery bowled by Jofra Archer.
Karun Nair, who has experienced a difficult series thus far, misjudged a delivery that sharply cut back in and was adjudged lbw to Brydon Carse for 14. A significant setback occurred when captain Shubman Gill was bowled for a mere 6 runs by another incisive delivery from Carse.
The English bowlers maintained a disciplined approach, with Archer, Carse, and Ben Stokes exhibiting excellent control and vigor in their bowling. The pitch conditions added to the difficulty, with some deliveries keeping low and posing challenges for the batters. England’s bowling attack generated numerous opportunities and prevented India from establishing a solid foundation. In the day’s final over, Stokes made a crucial breakthrough by dismissing Akash Deep, providing the home side with a positive note to conclude the day. India ended the day under duress, needing additional runs with limited wickets remaining. With both teams still in contention, the stage is set for a nail-biting and thrilling conclusion on Day 5.
Washinton Sundar shines as England batters crumble on Day 4 at Lord’s
Earlier in the day, England’s second innings suffered a collapse on Day 4 at Lord’s, as they were bowled out for 192 runs in just 62.1 overs. Openers Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett provided a stable start but were unable to capitalize and build on it. Joe Root distinguished himself with a composed knock of 40, but the remaining batting lineup offered minimal resistance. Washington Sundar stood out as the most effective bowler, securing 4 wickets, including the crucial dismissals of Root and Stokes. Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj each claimed two wickets, while Akash and Nitish Reddy contributed with one wicket apiece. England experienced regular wicket losses, failing to establish substantial partnerships.
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Here’s how fans reacted:
Tomorrow is either gonna make this Indian side soar and solidify its future or fall flat and hurl in a recurrence of stumbles for the foreseeable future! Tomorrow is the crossroads of Indian test cricket!#INDvsENG #ENGvIND
— Roy (@AgnimitraRoy) July 13, 2025
– India needs 135 runs.
– England needs 6 wickets.WE ARE GOING TO HAVE A THRILLER ON DAY 5 AT LORD’s, PEAK TEST CRICKET ✅ pic.twitter.com/ltSn7vTfIy
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) July 13, 2025
– Day 5 at Lord’s.
– India need 135 runs.
– England need 6 wickets.WE’RE ALL SEATED FOR ONE OF THE MOST ICONIC FINISHES. 🤯🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/sekB1RNXMq
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) July 13, 2025
A complete team effort from the bowling unit to restrict Eng to 192. Everyone chipped in and did their part. Over to the batters now. Well bowled @Sundarwashi5👏🏻 #ENGvIND pic.twitter.com/TogswP3Xtj
— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) July 13, 2025
Guys don’t panic because we all believe in KL Rahul (our crisis men)#INDvsENG | #ENGvIND | #KLRahul
— Ankit Devnath (@The_ankit_here) July 13, 2025
What a fantastic last session of cricket that was. Both teams still have a chance of winning, that first hour will be crucial. Still expect India to win but England have bowled well & given themselves a chance. #ENGvIND
— Wasim (@wasimebrahim) July 13, 2025
There is nothing like Test cricket ❤️ #ENGvIND https://t.co/ypRVXxA8Dd
— Vish (@vish_990) July 13, 2025
Generational Talents Gill and Jaiswal failed in both innings s of this test match . But yeah let’s blame KL Rahul who was the best batter last innings and looking the best batter of this innings till now
— Rick (@RBisw2712) July 13, 2025
India’s crisis man KL Rahul is here. 🇮🇳❤️#KLRahul pic.twitter.com/NVNSoI21Br
— KAUSHAL KUMAR (@Kaushal62641137) July 13, 2025
The value of Washington sundar tum kya jano ramesh babu. But management ko pata tha.
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) July 13, 2025
Washi🔥🔥🔥🔥 #INDvENG
— Ashwin 🇮🇳 (@ashwinravi99) July 13, 2025
Ben Stokes uprooted Akash Deep’s stumps 🥹
India four down with 135 runs to win on the final day.
Scorecard: https://t.co/Kojwvnffhn#cricket #ENGvIND pic.twitter.com/5BuMgMcLCm
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) July 13, 2025
Also WATCH: Jasprit Bumrah castles Brydon Carse with picture-perfect yorker on Day 4 of Lord’s Test
