The five-match Test series between India and England is nicely poised as the third Test match is all set to take place on July 10, 2025, at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground, London. The match starts at 3:30 PM IST and is part of the ongoing 2025–27 ICC World Test Championship cycle.
India vs England: Match Overview
India comes into this Test riding high after a thumping 336-run win at Edgbaston, which saw them level the series 1-1. Shubman Gill led from the front with twin centuries – including a double in the first innings, while Akash Deep and Mohammed Siraj impressed with the ball. England, meanwhile, face pressure at home after being comprehensively outplayed in the second Test and there is a lot of scrutiny on their bowling attack for this match.
The historic Lord’s venue has often seen dramatic twists in India-England encounters. India has had a decent record. However, England, smarting after their loss at Edgbaston, would be keen to hit back and there will be a lot of focus on the changes they make to their bowling attack, Jasprit Bumrah is all set to return for India and England too could be making changes with Jofra Archer and Gus Atkinson finding a place in the playing XI.
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Match Details
- Venue: Lord’s Cricket Ground, London
- Date & Time: July 10, 2025, 3:30 PM IST
- Weather Forecast: Clear skies, 22°C
- Pitch Report: Possible green surface that will offer assistance to the seam bowlers
- Average 1st Innings Score: 270
- Chasing Record: Teams batting second have won 57% of matches here
Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played: 137
- England Wins: 52
- India Wins: 36
- Draws: 49
Predicted XIs for India vs England
India:
Yashasvi Jaiswal
KL Rahul
Karun Nair
Shubman Gill (c)
Rishabh Pant (wk)
Ravindra Jadeja
Washington Sundar
Shardul Thakur
Akash Deep
Mohammed Siraj
Jasprit Bumrah
England:
Zak Crawley
Ben Duckett
Ollie Pope
Joe Root
Harry Brook
Ben Stokes (c)
Jamie Smith (wk)
Chris Woakes
Gus Atkinson
Brydon Carse
Jofra Archer
India vs England: Key Players and Fantasy Picks
Top Captaincy Choices
Shubman Gill: In red-hot form with 430 runs in the last Test, leading India’s resurgence.
Yashasvi Jaiswal: Scored 115 in the last outing with an aggressive approach at the top.
Strong Vice-Captaincy Options
Jamie Smith: Reliable with the bat, scored 272 runs across two innings in the second Test.
Harry Brook: Known for his aggressive middle-order counterattacks; scored 181 in the previous match.
Budget Picks
Mohammed Siraj: Picked six wickets at Edgbaston and continues to trouble top orders.
Joe Root: Quiet in the last game but capable of anchoring England’s innings in home conditions.
Players to Avoid
Zak Crawley: Inconsistent form and low returns recently.
Shoaib Bashir: Might not be handy considering the nature of the pitch.
India vs England Fantasy Team Picks
Team 1:
- Keepers: Rishabh Pant, Jamie Smith (vc)
- Batters: KL Rahul, Ben Duckett, Shubman Gill (c), Harry Brook, Yashasvi Jaiswal
- All-rounders: Ben Stokes, Ravindra Jadeja
- Bowlers: Jasprit Bumrah, Akash Deep
Team 2:
- Keepers: Rishabh Pant, Jamie Smith
- Batters: Joe Root, Shubman Gill, Harry Brook (vc), Yashasvi Jaiswal (c)
- All-rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Ben Stokes
- Bowlers: Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Jofra Archer
Strategy and Tips for Fantasy Team
- Prioritize fast bowlers from both teams, especially those using the new ball.
- Stack your fantasy team with top-order batters as early movement may test lower-order stability.
- All-rounders like Ravindra Jadeja and Ben Stokes are must-haves for consistent points across departments.
- Monitor last-minute team news and the toss, as Lord’s can offer significant movement on Day 1.
India vs England – Who Will Win?
India may have the momentum, but Lord’s is England’s fortress, and they’re likely to bounce back with changes in their bowling attack. Expect a closely contested battle, with early breakthroughs deciding the momentum. A lot will depend on the nature of the pitch given both sides have had good returns with the bat and hence, bowlers might have a bigger say if the pitch is a green one.
