Sun Jul 13 17:40:00 UTC 2025: **News Article:**

**India Faces Uphill Battle at Lord’s Despite Strong Bowling Performance**

**Lord’s Cricket Ground, London -** A gripping day of Test cricket at Lord’s has left India needing 135 runs to win, finishing the day on 58 for 4 after England’s bowlers mounted a fierce fightback. The match is currently tilted in favour of India.

England’s Brydon Carse turned the tide with a sensational spell of 4-1-11-2, injecting much-needed energy into the home side. Carse dismissed Shubman Gill, who was caught behind, and Karun Nair who was trapped LBW. Jofra Archer made an early breakthrough, removing Yashasvi Jaiswal with a well-directed bouncer.

Despite the batting setbacks, India’s bowlers, particularly the seamers, are being praised for their relentless pressure. Akash Deep’s crucial dismissal of an aggressive Zak Crawley was particularly significant. Spinners Ravindra Jadeja and Ravi Ashwin also played their role, keeping the run rate low.

KL Rahul stood firm amidst the chaos, demonstrating exceptional composure to guide India to the close and will be looking to build on his overnight score of 32. However, he was dropped early in his innings and will look to cash in on this opportunity.

England are expected to come out firing on all cylinders when play resumes on Day Four, and the atmosphere will be electric as Lord’s is sold out. The key will be how England manage to dislodge the well set Rahul, and put pressure on the middle order.

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