ENG vs IND 3rd Test Match Preview: England (ENG) will host India (IND) in the 3rd Test of the India Tour of England 2025 at Lord’s, London. England suffered a massive defeat in the 2nd Test, losing by 336 runs.
India dominated both with the bat and the ball, thanks to Gill’s twin centuries and Aksh Deep’s 10-wicket haul. With the series levelled at 1-1, both teams will be keen to take the lead.
Here’s a complete preview of the match, covering team form, key players, pitch conditions, and predictions.
ENG vs IND 3rd Test Match Details – India Tour of England 2025
| Match Details | ENG vs IND 3rd Test, India Tour of England 2025 |
|---|---|
| Date | July 10, 2025 |
| Time | 3:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Lord’s Cricket Ground, London |
| Live Streaming | Sony LIV, Sony Sports Network and Hotstar |
| Toss Timing | 3:00 PM IST |
ENG vs IND 3rd Test Match Preview – India Tour of England 2025
England Preview
England got the toss wrong in the second Test and paid the price. Their bowlers lacked bite on a flat Edgbaston pitch, and their batting couldn’t handle the pressure of chasing a 608 target. England has to enter a full-strength XI in the Lord’s Test match
Strengths & Concerns:
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Bowling Reinforcement: Jofra Archer is expected to play, offering pace and bounce on the Lord’s surface.
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Batting Responsibility: Ollie Pope and Joe Root must lead the way in the middle order.
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Underwhelming Seamers: Tongue and Carse have struggled; changes are likely.
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Bashir Ineffective: The Indian batters handled him with ease.
England Predicted Playing XI:
Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (c), Jamie Smith (wk), Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, Jofra Archer, Shoaib Bashir
Key Performers from the Last Match:
Batting
| Player | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamie Smith | 184 | 207 | 21 | 0 | 88.89 |
| Harry Brook | 158 | 234 | 17 | 0 | 67.52 |
| Joe Root | 22 | 46 | 2 | 0 | 47.83 |
Bowling
| Player | Overs | Runs | Wkts | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shoaib Bashir | 45.0 | 167 | 3 | 3.71 |
| Chris Woakes | 25.0 | 81 | 2 | 3.24 |
| Josh Tongue | 28.0 | 119 | 2 | 4.25 |
India Preview
India bounced back brilliantly after a 5-wicket defeat at Headingley. With Shubhman Gill’s record-breaking 269 and 161 at Edgbaston and Akash Deep’s fiery spell with the ball, India looked dominant throughout the match
Strengths & Concerns:
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Gill in Peak Form: Twin centuries have cemented him as India’s pillar at No. 4.
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Seam Attack Firepower: Akash Deep and Siraj ran through England; Bumrah’s return makes it lethal.
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Middle Order Stability: Pant, Rahul, and Jadeja provide depth and flair.
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Spin Support: Washington Sundar and Jadeja offer a balanced spin-bowling combo.
India Predicted Playing XI:
Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Karun Nair, Shubman Gill (c), Rishabh Pant (wk), Nitish Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Akash Deep, Mohammad Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah
Key Performers from the Last Match:
Batting
| Player | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shubman Gill | 269 | 387 | 30 | 0 | 69.51 |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 89 | 137 | 10 | 0 | 64.96 |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 87 | 107 | 13 | 0 | 81.31 |
Bowling
| Player | Overs | Runs | Wkts | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammad Siraj | 19.3 | 70 | 6 | 3.59 |
| Akash Deep | 20.0 | 88 | 4 | 4.40 |
ENG vs IND Pitch & Weather Report
Pitch Report – Lord’s Cricket Ground, London:
Lord’s provides a balanced surface with early swing and bounce, particularly due to its famous slope. Spinners may come into play later in the match. A score of over 400 in the first innings could prove decisive.
| Pitch Traits | Info |
|---|---|
| Batting Conditions | Balanced, slightly batter-friendly early on |
| Pace Bowling | Movement with slope, bounce early on |
| Spin Bowling | Aid from Day 3 onward |
| Avg 1st Inns Score | 309 |
| Avg 2nd Inns Score | 298 |
| Toss | Bat First |
Weather Forecast – July 10, 2025:
- Conditions: Partly Cloudy
- Temperature: 29°C (max)
- Rain: 0%
- Humidity: 26% – 99% throughout the day
ENG vs IND Match Prediction – Who Will Win?
England will look stronger with Archer’s inclusion, but India’s bowling attack with Bumrah and Siraj is on a different level. With Gill in imperious form and indian bowlers executing better lengths, India appears to be a more complete unit right now.
Our Prediction: India to win the 3rd Test and take a 2-1 lead in the series.
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