Captain Gill Fumbles as England Tighten Grip, Sundar’s Late Strikes Highlight Tactical Blunder
Shubman Gill’s leadership came under the scanner as England took firm control at Lord’s. With bowlers struggling, Washington Sundar underused, and England racing past 400, critics now question Gill’s captaincy decisions — and Gambhir’s team balance — in what could be a series-defining moment for India.
Series on the Line: Can India Flip the Script on Day 3?
India needs early wickets on a pivotal Day 3 in Manchester. With Michael Vaughan praising India’s “Virat mentality”, all eyes are on Bumrah, Siraj, and Jadeja to turn the tide.
Same Ball, Different Judgment: Gill Gets Sympathy, Nair Gets Dropped
Shubman Gill’s LBW at Lord’s echoed Karun Nair’s earlier mistake — both misjudged straight balls, both paid the price. But while Gill got the benefit of leadership, Nair’s error cost him his place in the XI for the 4th Test.
From the fields of Fazilpur to Old Trafford
Anshul Kamboj, the rising fast bowler from Haryana, is on the brink of a dream Test debut at Old Trafford. After years of domestic grind and standout spells for India A, the 24-year-old may now earn his first cap as India deals with injuries in their pace attack.
Karun Nair’s Final Over? Public Turns on India’s Triple Centurion After Lord’s Flop
After another disappointing outing in the Lord’s Test, Karun Nair’s Test future hangs in the balance. With India trailing 2-1 in the series, pressure mounts on the selectors to look beyond the veteran, as names like Sudharsan and Easwaran wait in the wings.
Fire & Ice Fell Apart at Lord’s
India’s chase at Lord’s crumbled under pressure as Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul — the Fire & Ice duo — fell apart on Day 5 of the 3rd Test against England. With just 193 to chase, India folded for 170, losing by 22 runs. While Jadeja stood tall with an unbeaten 61, the rest succumbed to England’s sledging and intensity. Skipper Gill admitted Pant’s run-out and lack of partnerships cost the match. Debutant Nitish Kumar Reddy impressed, but Karun Nair’s struggles continued. A cautionary tale in the heart of Test cricket.
Lord’s Turns into a Pressure Cooker: India’s Grit vs England’s Fire
With just 135 runs to win and six wickets in hand, India face England in a final-day pressure cooker at Lord’s. KL Rahul stands tall, Ben Stokes turns up the heat, and cricket’s fiercest format delivers its rawest chapter yet.