Lord’s, London, July 11, 2025 – The third Test match of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy between England and India is turning into a blockbuster, with Joe Root and Jasprit Bumrah locked in a battle that has fans on the edge of their seats. Day 2 at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground saw drama, skill, and heart-stopping moments as India’s fiery pacer and England’s batting maestro stole the show.
Root’s Gritty Century
Joe Root, England’s dependable middle-order batter, played a classic innings, scoring a brilliant 104 runs off 199 balls. His 37th Test hundred was a masterclass in patience and technique, guiding England to 271/6 by the end of the second session on Day 2. Root’s ability to anchor the innings under pressure has been a headache for India for years, and today was no different. He looked set to take England past 400, a target that could challenge India’s batting line-up.
Bumrah’s Fiery Comeback
But enter Jasprit Bumrah, India’s pace spearhead, who turned the game on its head. Bowling from the Nursery End, Bumrah was unplayable, finishing the session with figures of 4/58. His biggest moment came when he clean-bowled Root, ending the Englishman’s marathon knock by rattling his stumps for the 11th time in Test cricket. Bumrah also dismissed England captain Ben Stokes (44) earlier, leaving the hosts in trouble. His fiery spell with the second new ball swung the momentum back to India, and he even found himself on a hat-trick at one point, sending shivers down England’s batting order.
The Match So Far
England ended Day 1 in a strong position, but India’s bowlers, led by Bumrah, came roaring back on Day 2. With England at 305/7 after 93.3 overs, young wicketkeeper-batter Jamie Smith is fighting hard, playing an attacking knock with a strike rate above 100. India, on the other hand, will aim to wrap up England’s innings quickly, ideally keeping them under 350. The pitch at Lord’s is offering enough for the bowlers, and with Bumrah in this mood, India will fancy their chances.
What’s at Stake?
This Test is crucial for both teams. With the series tied, the winner at Lord’s could take a big step towards claiming the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. For India, Bumrah’s form is a massive boost, but they’ll need their other bowlers, like Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep, to step up. For England, Root’s dismissal is a blow, but they’ll hope Smith and the lower order can push their total to a competitive score.
The Big Question
As the sun sets on Day 2, one question is on every cricket fan’s mind: Can Bumrah’s fiery bowling outshine Root’s class in this Test? Or will England’s tail wag enough to set up a challenging target? The Lord’s crowd is buzzing, and so are millions of fans back in India, waiting to see who comes out on top in this epic showdown.
Stay tuned for Day 3, where the battle between bat and ball promises even more fireworks!
Last Updated on Friday, July 11, 2025 5:27 pm by M.Deepak Reddy
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