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Anil Kumble lauded the evenly matched contest between India and England after Day 3 at Lord's. Both teams scored 387 runs, showcasing high-quality cricket throughout. Kumble emphasized the drama and tension, calling it perfect Test match entertainment. The stage is set for an exciting finish with England holding a slender 2-run lead.

Key Points: Anil Kumble Calls India vs England Lord's Test Perfectly Balanced

  • Kumble highlights the intense competition with little separating India and England
  • KL Rahul's century and Jadeja's 72 helped India match England's 387
  • England openers survive tricky final overs to take 2-run lead
  • Series remains evenly poised with two days of thrilling cricket ahead
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There has been very little to separate the sides: Anil Kumble praises India, England after Day 3 of Lord's Test

Kumble praises the thrilling contest as both teams end Day 3 neck-and-neck at Lord's, setting up an exciting finale to the Test.

"True Test match drama, this is exactly what you expect when two high-quality teams go head-to-head – Anil Kumble"

London, July 13

Former Indian skipper Anil Kumble reflected on the conclusion of Day 3 of the third Test between India and England at the Home of Cricket, Lord's.

Kumble highlighted the thrilling nature of the Test match, emphasising the close competition between both the teams. He noted the series is evenly matched and felt there has been very little to separate the sides.

"True Test match drama, this is exactly what you expect when two high-quality teams go head-to-head. Over the last two and a half Tests, there has been very little to separate the sides. Even halfway through the series, it is absolutely levelled. From England's point of view, they probably didn't want to face even a single over tonight, but ended up doing so. In fact, even Jofra Archer looked disappointed when he picked up that late wicket! That's the kind of tension and competitiveness this series has brought. The next two days are set up beautifully -- a perfect Sunday for all of us to look forward to," JioHotstar expert Anil Kumble said on 'Match Centre Live'.

The element of spice, emotions boiling over, and tempers fraying entered the picture after India packed their bags on 387, the exact total as England. Openers Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett were tasked to see off the testing for eight to ten minutes of the day.

Coming to the match, Opener KL Rahul's ton and left-hand batter Ravindra Jadeja's 72 helped India to level the score at 387 on Saturday at Lord's, which was also set up by England in the first innings of the Test match.

At stumps on Day 3, England are 2/0 with Zak Crawley (2) and Ben Duckett (0*) unbeaten on the crease. The Ben Stokes-led side have a two-run lead in the game after the completion of the third day of the Lord's Test.

Brief Scores: England: 387 & 2/0 (Ben Duckett 0*, Zak Crawly 2*; Jasprit Bumrah 0/2) vs India: 387 (KL Rahul 100, Rishabh Pant 74; Chris Woakes 3/84).

- ANI

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Sarah B
As a neutral cricket fan living in India, this is exactly why Test cricket is the best format! The tension, the strategy, the ebbs and flows. Both teams showing great character. Can't wait for Sunday!
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Ananya R
Jadeja's all-round performance is underrated as usual! Scored crucial runs and his bowling will be key tomorrow. But why did Pant throw his wicket away? We needed him to bat longer 😤
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Karthik V
Respect to Kumble for his balanced analysis. Unlike some ex-players who are always biased, he appreciates good cricket from both sides. England's tail wagged too much though - our bowlers need to finish them quicker next time!
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Michael C
Watching from Mumbai - this is proper edge-of-the-seat stuff! The DRS calls, the dropped catches, the momentum shifts... Test cricket at its finest. Hope the weather holds up for a proper finish!
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Priyanka N
As a woman cricket fan, I'm so proud to see our team competing like this at Lord's! But the team management needs to rethink the batting order - sending Jadeja before Pant was questionable. Still, what a match! 🤩

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