India vs England 1st Test Day 3: Bumrah’s Brilliance, Rahul’s Resilience
India vs England 1st Test Day 3
The first Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy at Headingley, Leeds, has been a rollercoaster, and Day 3 on June 22, 2025, was no different. Named after cricket legends James Anderson and Sachin Tendulkar, this series marks a new era for India under captain Shubman Gill, following the retirements of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. With both teams battling for supremacy in the 2025–2027 ICC World Test Championship, the day was packed with drama, skill, and a touch of heartbreak, setting the stage for an exciting finish.
Setting the Scene
At the close of Day 2, England was 209/3, trailing India’s first innings total of 471 by 262 runs. Ollie Pope was unbeaten on 100, and Harry Brook was yet to score.After Yashasvi Jaiswal scored 101, Shubman Gill made 147, and Rishabh Pant hit 134 in their first innings, India went into the next session full of confidence, aimed to restrict England and maintain their advantage. The Headingley crowd buzzed with anticipation, though overcast skies hinted at possible rain interruptions.
England’s Innings: Brook’s Near Miss and Bumrah’s Magic
England began Day 3 with purpose, looking to close the gap. Ollie Pope, already a century maker, added just six runs before Jasprit Bumrah struck, dismissing him for 106 at 225/4. The wicket was a blow, but Harry Brook took charge. The young batsman, seen as a rising star in English cricket, played with flair and composure, mixing elegant drives with aggressive shots. He formed a 51-run stand with captain Ben Stokes, who fell for 20 runs at 276/5.
Brook then partnered with Jamie Smith, adding 73 runs for the sixth wicket. His innings was a masterclass, and a maiden Test century seemed certain. But at 398/7, Brook fell short at 99, caught at deep backward square-leg off a top-edged shot. The dismissal silenced the crowd and shifted momentum back to India. Despite contributions from Brydon Carse (22 runs), Chris Woakes, and Josh Tongue, England’s innings ended at 465 in 100.4 overs, six runs shy of India’s total.
Jasprit Bumrah was the star for India, finishing with 5/83, his 12th five wicket haul in Tests, joining Kapil Dev in an elite club. His fiery Yorkers and clever variations troubled England throughout. Prasidh Krishna supported with three wickets, while Mohammed Siraj took two. Ravindra Jadeja and Shardul Thakur went wicketless.
| Batting | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Zak Crawley
|
c Nair b Bumrah | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 66.66 | |||
|
Ben Duckett
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b Bumrah | 62 | 94 | 9 | 0 | 65.95 | |||
|
Ollie Pope
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c †Pant b Prasidh Krishna | 106 | 137 | 14 | 0 | 77.37 | |||
|
Joe Root
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c Nair b Bumrah | 28 | 58 | 2 | 0 | 48.27 | |||
|
Harry Brook
|
c Thakur b Prasidh Krishna | 99 | 112 | 11 | 2 | 88.39 | |||
|
Ben Stokes (c)
|
c †Pant b Mohammed Siraj | 20 | 52 | 3 | 0 | 38.46 | |||
|
Jamie Smith
|
c Sai Sudharsan b Prasidh Krishna | 40 | 52 | 5 | 1 | 76.92 | |||
|
Chris Woakes
|
b Bumrah | 38 | 55 | 3 | 2 | 69.09 | |||
|
Brydon Carse
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b Mohammed Siraj | 22 | 23 | 4 | 0 | 95.65 | |||
|
Josh Tongue
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b Bumrah | 11 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 61.11 | |||
|
Shoaib Bashir
|
not out | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 25.00 | |||
| Extras | (b 8, lb 18, nb 7, w 1) | 34 | |||||||
| Total |
100.4 Ov (RR: 4.61)
|
465 | |||||||
| Bowling | O | M | R | W | ECON | WD | NB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Jasprit Bumrah
|
24.4 | 5 | 83 | 5 | 3.36 | 0 | 4 | |
|
Mohammed Siraj
|
27 | 0 | 122 | 2 | 4.51 | 0 | 1 | |
|
Prasidh Krishna
|
20 | 0 | 128 | 3 | 6.40 | 1 | 0 | |
|
Ravindra Jadeja
|
23 | 4 | 68 | 0 | 2.95 | 0 | 0 | |
|
Shardul Thakur
|
6 | 0 | 38 | 0 | 6.33 | 0 | 2 |
India’s Second Innings: Rahul Stands Tall
With a mere six run lead, India began their second innings cautiously. Yashasvi Jaiswal, fresh off a first-innings century, fell early for 4, dismissed by debutant Brydon Carse’s peach of a delivery that found the edge. At 16/1, pressure was on, but KL Rahul and debutant Sai Sudharsan steadied the innings.
Rahul, known for his elegant stroke play, was in fine form, driving with precision and defending solidly. Sudharsan, showing maturity beyond his years, complemented Rahul with a composed 30. Their 66-run partnership for the second wicket was crucial, frustrating England’s bowlers. Just as India seemed in control, Ben Stokes struck, dismissing Sudharsan for the second time in the match, caught at mid-wicket.
Shubman Gill, captaining India for the first time in a Test series, joined Rahul. The duo batted sensibly, ensuring no further losses. Rahul’s unbeaten 47, laced with exquisite cover drives, was a highlight, while Gill’s 6 not out showed intent to build on Day 4. Rain forced early stumps at 90/2 after 23.5 overs, with India leading by 96 runs.
Despite rain cutting the day short, the match remains finely poised. India’s 96-run lead gives them a slight advantage, but England’s aggressive approach could turn the tables. Dropped catches by India, at this level of international cricket is not acceptable, but Bumrah’s brilliance and Rahul’s resilience kept them ahead.
Looking Ahead
Day 4 promises more excitement. India will look to Rahul and Gill to extend their lead, potentially setting a challenging target. England, with bowlers like Stokes and Carse, will aim for early wickets to keep the chase manageable. With two days left, this Test could go either way, making it a must watch for cricket fans.
Sources : ESPNcricinfo , ICC
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