Tensions Flare Between Crawley and Gill

During the third Test match at Lord’s, a heated exchange between England’s Zak Crawley and India’s captain Shubman Gill set the stage for an intense Day 4. The spat, which occurred towards the end of Day 3, saw Gill accusing Crawley of time-wasting, leading to a verbal altercation. This tension carried over into the next day, adding an extra layer of drama to the ongoing series.

Reddy’s Impactful Bowling Performance

On Day 4, Indian all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy made a significant impact with his bowling. In the 15th over of England’s second innings, Crawley attempted a shot off Reddy’s delivery but mistimed it, resulting in a catch by Yasasvi Jaiswal at gully. The dismissal was celebrated enthusiastically by the Indian team, with Reddy giving Crawley a direct send-off before joining his teammates in jubilation. This moment quickly went viral, capturing the attention of cricket fans worldwide.

Injury Concerns for England’s Shoaib Bashir

Adding to England’s challenges, off-spinner Shoaib Bashir sustained an injury during Day 3. While attempting to stop a powerful drive from Ravindra Jadeja, Bashir injured his left little finger and required immediate medical attention. Although he left the field for further treatment, Joe Root stepped in to complete the over and continued to bowl for the remainder of the day.

ECB’s Statement on Bashir’s Fitness

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) released a statement regarding Bashir’s condition. They confirmed that he is expected to bowl in the fourth innings but did not provide clarity on his ability to bat in the third innings. The ECB also mentioned that Bashir’s participation in the upcoming fourth Test at Emirates Old Trafford would be evaluated after the current match concludes.