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England Clinch Lord’s Test to Lead Series Despite Slow-Over Penalty

The win hands England a 2-1 series advantage, triggering a two-point WTC deduction and a 10% match-fee fine ahead of the fourth Test in Manchester

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Dinesh Karthik cleared the air on viral Jitesh Sharma clip
Ben Stokes India vs England | Image: AP
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Overview

  • Jofra Archer and Ben Stokes spearheaded England’s attack to bowl India out for 170 while defending 193.
  • Ravindra Jadeja’s unbeaten 61 offered resistance but could not avert a 22-run defeat.
  • India’s top order stumbled in the chase, with Rishabh Pant’s run-out and Karun Nair’s lapse cited as turning points.
  • The ICC sanctioned England for a slow over rate, docking two WTC points and imposing a collective 10% match-fee fine.
  • England carry momentum into the Manchester Test as India reevaluates its top-order and chase tactics.