India Just 135 Runs Away from Scripting History at Lord’s
Man, what a Test match this has been! After four days of edge-of-the-seat cricket at the iconic Lord’s, India finds itself within touching distance of something special. 135 runs. That’s all that stands between them and what could be one of their greatest overseas victories. But here’s the thing—Lord’s on Day 5 is a different beast altogether. The pitch starts misbehaving, the ball swings like it’s got a mind of its own, and pressure? Oh, it’s through the roof.
How We Got Here: The Rollercoaster Ride
Day 1: England won the toss (shocker) and batted first. Root did Root things—scored a century like it’s just another day at the office. But Bumrah and the boys pulled things back in the final session. You could feel the momentum shift.
Day 2: Enter KL Rahul. The guy batted like he was painting a masterpiece—all elegant drives and perfect timing. His century put us in the driver’s seat… until Jimmy Anderson decided to remind everyone why he’s still a nightmare at 39.
Day 3: Cricket, eh? One minute you’re cruising, next thing you know, the middle order collapses like a house of cards. Anderson and Robinson were all over us. But England’s tail wagged too—those last 30-40 runs might come back to haunt them.
Day 4: 272 to win. Not impossible, but not easy either. Then Shami and Bumrah happened—bowled their hearts out and suddenly, 135 looks very gettable. But like my dad always says, “Cricket isn’t played on paper.”
The Heroes (So Far)
- KL Rahul: That century was pure class. If he sticks around tomorrow, we’re golden.
- Joe Root: The man’s a run machine. Without him, England would’ve been toast by now.
- Jimmy Anderson: Age is just a number for this guy. Still swinging it both ways like it’s 2005.
- Bumrah: When he’s fired up, there’s no better sight in cricket. That yorker to Root? Chef’s kiss.
D-Day: 135 Runs Between Us and History
Let’s be real—this won’t be a walk in the park. Lord’s on the fifth day is like that one tricky math problem you can’t quite solve. The ball will jag around, the pressure will build, and Anderson will be licking his lips at that nursery end.
But here’s why I think we can do it:
- Rahul’s in the zone: When a batsman’s seeing the ball like a football, you back him.
- Pujara’s patience: The human wall. Perfect for soaking up pressure.
- Pant factor: If it comes down to 30 needed with 2 wickets left, who better than our mad genius?
England’s plan? Simple—Anderson first hour, flood the slips, hope the pitch does the rest. Moeen might come into play if it starts turning. But honestly, it’s all about that first hour. Survive that, and the dressing room will start believing.
A Bit of History
We’ve only won twice at Lord’s—1986 (Kapil’s famous win) and 2014 (thanks to Ishant’s bouncer barrage). That’s it. Makes you realize how big this would be, right? This team’s been knocking on the door overseas for years. Time to kick it down.
What’s the Cricket World Saying?
The experts are divided—some say our batting’s too strong, others think England’s bowlers will have the last laugh. Twitter’s gone mad (when is it not?), with fans from both sides going back and forth. The funniest take? “This is like watching two tired boxers in the 12th round—whoever stays standing wins.”
Final Thoughts
Here’s the deal—we’ve got the talent, they’ve got the experience. It’s going to come down to nerves. One big partnership, one inspired spell, one moment of magic. That’s Test cricket for you. Set your alarms, cancel your meetings, because tomorrow morning is going to be unmissable.
Quick FAQs
How many needed? 135. Feels like 1350 when Jimmy’s running in, though.
Key players? Rahul, Pujara, Pant with the bat. Anderson with the ball.
Start time? 11 AM London time. That’s 3:30 PM for us in India.
Where to watch? Star Sports in India, Sky Sports in UK. Or find a shady streaming site like the rest of us.
Ever won at Lord’s before? Twice—1986 and 2014. Third time’s the charm?
Whatever happens, it’s been one hell of a Test. But let’s be honest—we all want to see Kohli lifting that trophy tomorrow evening. Come on, India!
Source: Navbharat Times – Default
