England Secures 22-Run Lord's Win to Lead India 2-1 in Five-Test Series

England secured a thrilling 22-run victory over India in the Lord's Test, taking a 2-1 lead in their five-match series. Despite India needing just 193 runs to win, early wickets by England bowlers Jofra Archer and Ben Stokes dismantled the Indian top order, leaving India 112-8 at lunch. Ravindra Jadeja's resilient 61 not out provided hope, but India ultimately fell short at 170, with Shoaib Bashir taking the final wicket. This match highlighted India’s recent struggles to close out winnable Tests in England, echoing previous narrow losses, including the 2018 Edgbaston Test where India lost by 31 runs and the rescheduled 2021-22 Test where England chased down a large target. England’s strong bowling performances, led by Archer and Stokes, proved decisive in these close encounters, underscoring their ability to capitalize on critical moments. These contests reflect the renewed competitiveness and drama in Test cricket, with both teams producing intense, nail-biting finishes.