Lord’s Test Set for Dramatic Finish as Tensions Flare Between Shubman Gill and England Players

The drama at Lord’s reached fever pitch on Day 4 of the third Test between India and England, with 14 wickets tumbling and both sides eyeing victory on a tense final day. With India needing 135 runs and England requiring six more wickets, the match is beautifully poised for a thriller.

But beyond the numbers, the day was also marked by rising tension, heated exchanges, and a controversial dig at India captain Shubman Gill.

Shubman Gill Faces Heat After Verbal Duel

The young Indian skipper was already under the spotlight after getting into a heated exchange with English players during England’s first innings. So when he walked out to bat in the fourth innings, the atmosphere was charged. The English fielders didn’t hold back, letting Gill know they hadn’t forgotten the earlier flare-up.

Among the jibes, one particular comment from England opener Ben Duckett stood out — and it was caught clearly on the stump mic.

“600 runs and he is done for this series. 600 runs are enough for this fella.”

It was an indirect but pointed dig at Shubman Gill, who came into the innings having amassed 601 runs in the series, becoming the highest-scoring Indian batter in a Test series in England. Duckett’s sarcastic remark implied Gill had run out of gas — and fate, unfortunately, seemed to agree, as Gill was dismissed cheaply for just 6 runs.

Gill’s Struggles at Lord’s

Despite a dream run earlier in the series — including three centuries, one of which was a double ton at Trent Bridge, and playing a key role in India’s famous win at Edgbaston — Lord’s hasn’t been kind to Gill. Across two innings at the iconic venue, he’s scored only 16 runs, a far cry from his earlier dominance.

What Lies Ahead?

As the final day dawns, India have a challenging 135-run chase ahead, with only six wickets in hand. The English bowlers are on the prowl, the fielders are chirping, and the tension is sky-high. Whether India can pull off a memorable win or England complete a stirring comeback, one thing is certain — Day 5 will be a blockbuster.

Expect fireworks. Expect drama. And maybe, a fitting answer from Shubman Gill, with the bat.