Trending:
  • Home
  • First Cricket
  • India vs England, 3rd Test Highlights: Root unbeaten on 99 as England end Day 1 at 251/4

India vs England, 3rd Test Highlights: Root unbeaten on 99 as England end Day 1 at 251/4

FirstCricket Staff • July 10, 2025, 23:29:49 IST

India vs England, 3rd Test Match Day 1 Highlights: Joe Root finished unbeaten on 99 as England end Day 1 at 251/4 after 83 overs at Lord’s. The partnership between Root and Ben Stokes (39*) has steadied England after early setbacks, with the pair adding 79 runs. India took the second new ball late in the day but couldn’t break through. Meanwhile, it was the slowest day for England in Bazball era.

Advertisement
India vs England, 3rd Test Highlights: Root unbeaten on 99 as England end Day 1 at 251/4
England ended Day 1 at 251/4 in 83 overs with Joe Root going unbeaten at 99. Image: Reuters

England vs India, 3rd Test Day 1 Highlights: England ended Day 1 of the 3rd Test at Lord’s in a strong position, thanks to Joe Root’s unbeaten 99. After choosing to bat first, England were in early trouble but Root stayed calm and steadied the ship. He built a solid partnership with Ollie Pope (44) and later with captain Ben Stokes, who is unbeaten on 39. Their partnership helped England recover and finish the day at 251/4 in 83 overs. Nitish Reddy took two wickets in the first session and then Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja took one wicket each in the final session to feature in the scoresheet. Meanwhile, Rishabh Pant had to leave the field due to a finger injury, and Dhruv Jurel kept wickets in his place.

India vs England, 3rd Test Day 1 Highlights

India vs England, 3rd Test Day 1 Highlights: Follow all updates, full scorecard and commentary from the England vs India 3rd Test day 1 at Lord's on Wednesday.

July 10, 2025, 23:22:01 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 1: Root leads England recovery with unbeaten 99 after India strike with early wickets

Joe Root stood like a wall and guided England to a strong position by stumps on Day 1 of the third Test at Lord’s after early wickets provided India an upper hand for sometime. The former England captain was unbeaten on 99 at the close of play, taking the hosts to 251/4 in 83 overs.

India had a dream start in the morning session when Nitish Kumar Reddy dismissed both openers in the same over. But since then, it was Joe Root who brought all his experience into play, first with Ollie Pope and then with skipper Ben Stokes, stitching together crucial partnerships to rebuild the innings.

Rishabh Pant’s injury midway through the day became a concern for India. He injured his left index finger while keeping and was forced to leave the field. Dhruv Jurel took over the keeping duties for the rest of the day. The BCCI later confirmed Pant was under medical supervision.

July 10, 2025, 23:05:52 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 1: Root unbeaten on 99 as England end Day 1 at 251/4

Joe Root was just one run away from another memorable Lord’s century as stumps announced on Day 1. England end the day at 251/4 in 83 overs, with Root (99*) and Stokes (39*).
July 10, 2025, 23:02:35 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 1: Root moves to 99, Jadeja adds some humour

Joe Root took a single off Akash Deep to move to 99, inching closer to a Lord’s century. Ravindra Jadeja lightened the mood with a cheeky gesture, playfully daring Root to come back for a second. Ben Stokes refuses to run. England 249/4 in 83 overs.
July 10, 2025, 23:00:03 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 1: Root edges closer to ton, Bumrah keeps it tight

Joe Root continues to inch toward his 37st Test hundred with a couple of smart runs off Jasprit Bumrah, moving to 96. Meanwhile, Ben Stokes is grinding it out but struggling against Bumrah. England 248/4 in 82 overs.
More from First Cricket
Former New Zealand coach who defeated India in WTC final appointed Andhra Pradesh head coach for Ranji Trophy Former New Zealand coach who defeated India in WTC final appointed Andhra Pradesh head coach for Ranji Trophy Sri Lanka crush Bangladesh by six wickets to record commanding win in Asia Cup 2025 Sri Lanka crush Bangladesh by six wickets to record commanding win in Asia Cup 2025
July 10, 2025, 22:51:16 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 1: Play briefly halted due to flying ants at Lord’s

A bizarre interruption at Lord’s as flying ants swarm the field, bothering Jasprit Bumrah and other players. Ben Stokes was also seen looking at the situation.
July 10, 2025, 22:48:24 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 1: Second new ball taken, India eye late wickets

The second new ball has been taken after 80.1 overs. Akash Deep bowled the first delivery of the 81st over with the old ball but took the new ball after that, probably looking at how both compare. India will be hoping it brings some late breakthroughs.
Advertisement
July 10, 2025, 22:43:36 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 1: Root moves into 90s with reverse sweep off Sundar

Joe Root is looking in fine touch as he moves into the 90s with a classy reverse sweep off Washington Sundar. England are building solidly post-tea despite losing two quick wickets. England 240/4 in 79 overs.
July 10, 2025, 22:41:22 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 1: India hold off on review as Root survives close call

A sharp turning and bouncing delivery from Ravindra Jadeja had India excited as Dhruv Jurel wanted to go up for a catch against Joe Root. However, skipper Shubman Gill chose not to review and replays confirmed later that no bat was involved. England 237/4 in 78 overs.
July 10, 2025, 22:33:46 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 1: Root nears ton, Stokes continues to battle unknown injury

Joe Root has reached 88* with a powerful sweep off Ravindra Jadeja as England continue to build. Ben Stokes is struggling with some unknown injury at the other end. England 234/4 in 76 overs.
July 10, 2025, 22:29:15 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 1: Stokes in discomfort as spin comes from both ends

India have turned to spin from both ends as Ravindra Jadeja replaces Nitish Kumar Reddy, joining Sundar in the attack. Meanwhile, Ben Stokes is looking in visible discomfort, possibly cramps or groin injury.
July 10, 2025, 22:20:00 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 1: Stokes receives treatment for cramps

Ben Stokes appeared to be struggling with cramps as he called for the physio after the end of the 72nd over. The England captain removed his right pad and got some treatment on his groin area.
July 10, 2025, 22:13:06 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 1: Team India bowlers looking to get through the motion before new ball becomes available

We have less than 20 overs left today. England, of course, would be hoping not to lose any more wickets from here and frankly speaking, the ball is not offering much. It’s soggy and the weather is hot. The new ball is nine overs away and that is when the game can turn on its head. ENG 219/4.
Advertisement
July 10, 2025, 22:00:11 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 1: Nitish Reddy creates an opportunity against Stokes on return but it's not out

Stokes survives LBW review. The umpire’s call saves him after Nitish Reddy beats him and hits him on the pads with a ball that seamed back in. It was marginally clipping the leg stump, but the umpire’s call — not out — was in the batter’s favour. ENG 213/4.
July 10, 2025, 21:53:50 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 1: Enjoy watching Bumrah taking the wicket of Brook

As we wait for the drinks break to get overs, here’s the video of Brook’s dismissal.

July 10, 2025, 21:52:08 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 1: Root is becoming a danger at Lord's; Sundar and Siraj look for a breakthrough

Root has been brilliant so far, both against the pacers and spinners. Using his wrists to play the flick and cover drives on the rise. The Stokes-Root partnership is now 35 as England take their total past 200. Uncharacteristically, the run rate is only 3.09 currently. Drinks taken.
July 10, 2025, 21:34:00 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 1: India recall Washington Sundar to break Root-Stokes partnership

After a disastrous start to the third session, Root and Stokes have steadied things with a partnership of 24 runs in little over seven overs. India have now played a new trick, bringing on off-spinner Washington Sundar to get the breakthrough. He did get a ball to spin away from Stokes’ outside edge. There’s excitement that something is going to happen. ENG 196/4.
July 10, 2025, 21:23:56 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 1: While commentators focus on Stokes, Root is playing a crucial innings here for England

The commentators, including Mike Atherton and Mel Jones, are talking about how Stokes has not scored a lot of runs recently, but Root is another player to look out for here. He has slowly moved to 70 and can help his partners rally to a good score. Bumrah is out of attack now. Jadeja is in. ENG 193/4.
July 10, 2025, 21:07:32 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 1: Testing period for Ben Stokes as Akash Deep and Jasprit Bumrah operate for India

Jadeja is out of the attack now. Akash Deep has come back, replacing the spinner, while Bumrah is operating from the other end. The fact that Stokes is in the middle could be a reason why India are trying out two pacers. Stokes is under pressure to prove his batting worth. He has not scored a century in two years. ENG 174/4.
Advertisement
July 10, 2025, 21:02:24 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 1: Another wicket for India; first for Bumrah in the match as Brook departs

So Bumrah got the ball to come back in from the length. Brook had a huge gap between the bat and pad and the ball just sneaked through it to hit the top of the off stump. Brilliant bowling.
July 10, 2025, 20:58:00 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 1: Another wicket for India; first for Bumrah in the match as Brook departs

GONE! Bumrah has dismissed No.1 batter in the world, Brook. Brook b Bumrah 11(20) [4s-2]
July 10, 2025, 20:53:52 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 1: Root inside edges a Bumrah delivery as the ball misses the stumps

Chance! Root rises to punch a length ball off Bumrah but inside edges it to fine leg. Not far away from the stumps. Nothing significant besides this in the last few overs. It’s important to be impatient as Jadeja continues from the other end with Bumrah. ENG 172/3.
July 10, 2025, 20:43:22 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 1: Ravindra Jadeja and Indian bowlers look to pile pressure on England

Harry Brook is the new guy in. While the English batters will be looking to make another strong partnership, Jadeja and the Indian bowlers are keeping them on their toes. Another appeal for caught behind against Root as he fails on a pull shot against Bumrah. Loud appeal, but India decide not to take the DRS review.
July 10, 2025, 20:35:51 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England LIVE Score, 3rd Test Day 1: Ravindra Jadeja gives India a wicket in the third session

WICKET! Ravindra Jadeja strikes on the first ball of the third session as Ollie Pope is caught behind. It gripped and turned as Pope edged it to the keeper. Brilliant catch by Jurel.
July 10, 2025, 20:33:41 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England, 3rd Test Day 1 LIVE: India will look at their spinners for a breakthrough after Root, Pope pile up runs

Alright, players are back in the middle. Jurel will continue to keep. Jadeja will be bowling the first over of the third session. Can he make the most of the help the pitch is offering? We hope he can.
Advertisement
July 10, 2025, 20:31:45 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England, 3rd Test Day 1 LIVE: India will look at their spinners for a breakthrough after Root, Pope pile up runs

Jonathan Trott and Varun Aaron on JioHotstar have given the second session to England after Root and Pope forged an unbeaten 109-run partnership. There’s some spin now from the pitch and it’s important India start using Jadeja regularly. The third session will start soon.
July 10, 2025, 20:16:11 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England, 3rd Test Day 1 LIVE: Root, Pope take England to 153/2 at Tea

Joe Root (54*) and Ollie Pope (44*) have guided England to a strong position at Tea on Day 1, with their unbeaten 109-run stand frustrating India. India will need something special in the final session at Lord’s. England 153/2 after 49 overs. England played some old-fashioned cricket to avoid losing any wickets in the second session of Day 1.
July 10, 2025, 20:11:03 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England, 3rd Test Day 1 LIVE: Jadeja into the attack as India look for a breakthrough

India finally turn to spin as Ravindra Jadeja replaces Nitish Kumar Reddy in the attack. With the second new ball not doing much and Root well set on fifty, Shubman Gill looks to break the stand through a change in pace. England 149/2 in 47 overs.
July 10, 2025, 20:03:32 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England, 3rd Test Day 1 LIVE: Root brings up a patient half-century

Joe Root reached his second half-century of the series with a shot off Nitish Reddy to the fine leg boundary. He looked in full control as England moved to 142/2 in 46 overs. India are in search of breakthroughs.
July 10, 2025, 19:59:15 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England, 3rd Test Day 1 LIVE: India take second new ball, Root closing in on fifty

India have finally got the second new ball. Joe Root, on the other hand, is looking solid at the crease, approaching his half-century, while India hope the fresh ball brings a breakthrough in this grinding session so far.
July 10, 2025, 19:46:40 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England, 3rd Test Day 1 LIVE: Gill angry as play continues with the same ball

A brief break in play as the umpires checked the ball with the gauge, raising hopes of a replacement, but the fourth umpire turned back, deciding the old ball will continue. India captain Shubman Gill looked visibly frustrated.
Advertisement
July 10, 2025, 19:39:13 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England, 3rd Test Day 1 LIVE: India likely to turn to spin as pacers go wicketless post-lunch

With England at 120/2 on 42 overs and the pacers struggling to make an impact post-lunch, India may soon introduce spin into the attack. The Dukes ball has softened and Root-Pope stand is growing. Time for Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar to step in?
July 10, 2025, 19:29:11 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England, 3rd Test Day 1 LIVE: Akash Deep and Nitish Reddy into the attack

With Bumrah and Siraj tiring and England steady at 109/2 in 37 overs, Shubman Gill brings in Akash Deep and Nitish Kumar Reddy for a fresh spell. India will hope the change brings a breakthrough as Root and Pope continue to frustrate the visitors at Lord’s after two quick wickets before lunch.
July 10, 2025, 19:20:47 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England, 3rd Test Day 1 LIVE: Big blow to India as in-form Pant gets injured

Rishabh Pant injured his fingers while trying to collect a Jasprit Bumrah delivery. The 27-year-old Pant was seen grimacing after feeling the impact of the ball as he was forced to use sprays, tape up his fingers before eventually leaving the field of play. ( Read More )
July 10, 2025, 19:15:14 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England, 3rd Test Day 1 LIVE: Root, Pope steady as England cross 100-run mark

Joe Root’s elegant cover drive and a four leg byes off Siraj help England bring up their 100. The visitors may soon turn to spin after this spell from Bumrah and Siraj. England 109/2 in 37 overs.
July 10, 2025, 19:03:14 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England, 3rd Test Day 1 LIVE: Pant walks off, Jurel takes over keeping duties

Rishabh Pant leaves the field after struggling with finger pain following a tough stop earlier. Dhruv Jurel replaces him behind the stumps. England reach 95/2 in 34 overs.
July 10, 2025, 18:58:56 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England, 3rd Test Day 1 LIVE: Injury scare for Pant, play briefly halted

Rishabh Pant needed treatment after a stop behind the stumps left him in pain, forcing a short break in play. He appeared to take some painkillers and is back on the field, but still looks uncomfortable. Dhruv Jurel on standby to replace him.
Advertisement
July 10, 2025, 18:47:16 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England, 3rd Test Day 1 LIVE: India tighten the screws with 28 dot balls in a row

India’s pacers have turned up the heat with some tight bowling, registering 28 dot balls on the trot. England remain 89/2 after 31.5 overs. Pope and Root are under growing pressure to score some runs.
July 10, 2025, 18:39:48 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England, 3rd Test Day 1 LIVE: Bumrah builds pressure on England with some tight bowling

Another maiden over from India as Jasprit Bumrah keeps things quiet. Joe Root and Ollie Pope struggling to find runs against India’s probing attack. England 89/2 in 30 overs.
July 10, 2025, 18:34:36 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England, 3rd Test Day 1 LIVE: Root and Pope continue rebuilding phase after lunch

The ball has gone quieter in the mid-innings as Bumrah and Siraj look to provide some breakthroughs. Root and Pope are settling in after early blows that saw England’s openers depart in the same over before lunch. Siraj bowls a maiden over. England 89/2 in 29 overs.
July 10, 2025, 18:27:49 (IST)
Whatsapp Facebook Twitter

India vs England, 3rd Test Day 1 LIVE: India look at Bumrah and Siraj to provide them some breakthroughs

Two overs now since the Lunch break. Siraj is bowling alongside Bumrah. Pope has got the only boundary so far with a flick against Bumrah. ENG 88/2.

India vs England, 3rd Test Day 1 LIVE Updates: India and England lock horns at the ‘Home of Cricket’ with the third of five Tests getting underway at Lord’s starting Thursday. The Shubman Gill-led visitors will have arrived in London in an upbeat state of mind after leveling the five-Test series 1-1 with a 336-run thrashing of the hosts in the second Test that concluded at Edgbaston on Sunday.

England had earlier won the series opener at Headingley by five wickets chasing down a target of 371, and will be hoping to put the lopsided defeat behind at Edgbaston behind and focus on regaining the lead.

India have won two of their last three Tests at the iconic venue that had previously served as cricket’s global headquarters, with the Virat Kohli-led side defeating Joe Root’s men by 151 runs in August 2021 to go 1-0 up in the five-Test series that would eventually end in a 2-2 draw.

India vs England 3rd Test Playing XIs

India predicted playing XI: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Karun Nair, Shubman Gill (c), Rishabh Pant (wk), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Akash Deep, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj.

England playing XI: Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (c), Jamie Smith (wk), Chris Woakes, Brydon Carse, Jofra Archer, Shoaib Bashir.

Top Stories

Russian drones over Poland: Trump’s tepid reaction a wake-up call for Nato?

As Russia pushes east, Ukraine faces mounting pressure to defend its heartland

Why Mossad was not on board with Israel’s strike on Hamas in Qatar

Turkey: Erdogan's police arrest opposition mayor Hasan Mutlu, dozens officials in corruption probe

End of Liveblog

QUICK LINKS

Home Video Shorts Live TV