IND vs ENG 3rd Test: Joe Root's dogged 99* and the team's grit ensured England kept Day 1 of the third Test evenly poised, finishing on 251/4, despite abandoning their trademark Bazball strategy. While neither side gained a clear dominance, England might consider the session a slight success, thanks to Root's composed resilience.
The Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy is currently tied at 1-1 as both sides seek to seize control in this pivotal third match of a five-Test series. England claimed the series opener with a nail-biting five-wicket win, chasing down a target of over 370.

India, tipped to struggle at Edgbaston in Bumrah's absence, surprised everyone when Shubman Gill orchestrated a stunning batting masterclass, amassing 430 runs and earning Man of the Match honours.
India hit back decisively with the ball in Birmingham, where Akash Deep and Mohammed Siraj wreaked havoc. The pair shared a remarkable 17 wickets, driving India to a historic 336-run triumph-marking their first Test win at Edgbaston and leveling the series in emphatic fashion.
On Day 1, Nitish Kumar Reddy picked up a brace of wickets, while Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja picked up a wicket apiece. India will have the opportunity to strike early on Day 2 with the second new ball available right at the start of play.
They were highly effective with the fresh ball during crucial phases at Edgbaston and will be keen to replicate that sharpness at Lord's. While Joe Root remains composed and in control at the crease, England captain Ben Stokes appears to be dealing with a groin niggle that could impact his movement. With conditions expected to favour seam early on, all eyes will be on how both teams approach the new day's battle.
The match on Day 2 will start at 3:30 pm IST, which is 11 am local time in London. The match will continue till 10:30 pm IST on the second day, which is 6 pm in England.
Lunch Break: 5:30 pm - 6:10 pm IST
Tea Break: 8:10 pm - 8:30 pm IST
| Session | UK Time | IST Time |
|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM |
| Lunch Break | 1:00 PM - 1:40 PM | 5:30 PM - 6:10 PM |
| Session 2 | 1:40 PM - 3:40 PM | 6:10 PM - 8:10 PM |
| Tea Break | 3:40 PM - 4:00 PM | 8:10 PM - 8:30 PM |
| Session 3 | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM |
| Half-Hour Extension | 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM | 10:30 PM - 11:00 PM |