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Team India fell agonizingly short in the third Test of the five-match series against England at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground in London, a venue that has witnessed countless historic cricketing moments. Chasing a modest target of 193 runs on a tricky Day 5 surface, the Indian batting lineup displayed immense grit and determination under pressure. Despite losing early wickets, the lower-order, kept the fight alive with a spirited rearguard effort. The tension soared as the visitors inched closer to the target, but England held their nerve to script a thrilling 22-run victory, leaving the Indian camp heartbroken yet proud of their valiant effort.
Mohammed Siraj stands out with crucial contribution
Among the standout performers for India was pacer Mohammed Siraj, who delivered a spirited performance with both ball and bat. Despite bowling with unrelenting pace and precision across both innings, Siraj returned with just four wickets—an outcome many deemed unreflective of his efforts. His consistent spells troubled the English batters throughout the match.
In the tense second innings chase, Siraj displayed commendable grit with the bat as well. Partnering with Ravindra Jadeja, he played out 30 crucial deliveries, keeping India’s hopes alive. However, his resistance ended in misfortune when a delivery from Shoaib Bashir, aided by extra overspin, spun off the surface and rolled onto his leg stump, dislodging the bails in a heartbreaking dismissal that all but sealed India’s fate.
Siraj reacts after the Lord’s heartbreak
Two days after the gut-wrenching defeat at Lord’s, Siraj finally broke his silence and took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to share his emotions. Known for wearing his heart on his sleeve, the Indian pacer posted a heartfelt message that struck a chord with fans and fellow cricketers alike. In his post, Siraj reflected not just on the result, but on the personal and professional growth such moments bring to a player. His words carried a sense of maturity and resilience, showing how deeply the match had impacted him.
“Some matches stay with you, not for the outcome, but for what they teach,” tweeted Siraj.
Some matches stay with you, not for the outcome, but for what they teach. 🙏🏻 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/dPObhgQ0XZ
— Mohammed Siraj (@mdsirajofficial) July 15, 2025
With the series now tilted 2-1 in England’s favour, India will be eyeing a strong comeback in the fourth Test, scheduled to begin on July 23 at Old Trafford in Manchester. As the team regroups, the resilience shown by players like Siraj will be crucial in shaping their response in the remaining matches.
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