Pant Run Out, Rahul Nears Century as India Trail England at Lord's

On day three of the second Test at Lord's, India faced a setback when Rishabh Pant, battling pain from a left index finger injury, was brilliantly run out by England captain Ben Stokes with a direct hit just before lunch. Pant had scored an entertaining 74 runs off 112 balls in a solid partnership of 141 runs with K.L. Rahul, who remained unbeaten on 98. Despite the injury, Pant showed aggressive intent, hitting boundaries and sixes, but his hesitation on a quick single allowed Stokes to produce a moment of brilliance that shifted momentum to England. At lunch, India stood at 248 for four, trailing England by 139 runs, with pressure mounting on the remaining batters to respond. The dismissal was widely praised as a game-changing moment, showcasing Stokes' alertness and skill, and providing England with a crucial psychological boost in the match. The match remained finely poised with Rahul anchoring the Indian innings as the contest continued.