As India and England gear up for a pivotal third Test at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground this Thursday, the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy test series hangs in the balance at 1-1. India heads into the clash with momentum firmly on their side after a thumping 336-run win in Birmingham.
Historically, Lord's, famously dubbed the "Home of Cricket," hasn’t been the kindest to Indian sides. Since their debut Test at the venue in 1932, India has managed just three wins in 19 outings, suffering 12 defeats and sharing the spoils in four draws. For decades, it remained a tough hunting ground plagued by batting collapses and missed opportunities.
But the tide has turned in recent years. India’s record at Lord’s has seen a striking revival over the past decade, with two victories in their last three visits.
The breakthrough came in 2014 under MS Dhoni’s captaincy, thanks to Ishant Sharma’s fiery spell of 7 for 74, sealing a 95-run triumph, their first win at Lord’s in nearly three decades.
The resurgence continued with an emphatic innings win in 2018, and in 2021, Virat Kohli’s men pulled off a sensational 151-run victory, further rewriting India’s story at Lord’s.
Here, we tell you everything you need to know about the Test records at the iconic venue.
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How many Test matches has Lord's hosted?
Ever since it started hosting Test matches, Lord's Cricket Ground has hosted the biggest names in cricket such as Australia, India, Pakistan, South Africa, and more.
The stadium has hosted 148 Test matches so far.
Teams batting first have won 53 games while teams batting second have won 44 games, with 51 matches being drawn.
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Lord's pitch report
Lord's is a venue well-known for offering something more spicy for the pacers. The pitch at the Home of Cricket is traditionally friendly to seam and swing, especially early in the game.
Fast bowlers should find plenty of assistance with the new ball, thanks to the expected grass cover and overhead conditions. However, as the match progresses, scoring could become easier once the surface flattens out.
That said, the recent World Test Championship final showed how tricky things can get later on, with uneven bounce creeping in, a few balls staying low, and some not even carrying to the slips. It turned into a test of nerve for both batters and catchers.
Given England’s struggles against spin-friendly conditions at Edgbaston, the livelier surface at Lord’s, with true bounce and carry, might just suit them better for their 3rd Test match against India in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy.
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How many Test matches have England won at Lord's?
England have won 59 out of 147 Test games they have played at Lord's over the years. They have a healthy win percentage of around 40% at the iconic venue.
What is the highest score by a team at Lord's in Test matches?
Australia holds the record for the highest team total at Lord’s, racking up a mammoth 729 back in 1930, a match forever remembered for Donald Bradman’s masterclass.
The legendary Aussie batter dazzled with a stunning 254 off 376 balls, stamping his authority on English soil.
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What is the lowest score by a team at Lord's in Test matches?
The lowest team score at this iconic venue belongs to Ireland, who were bundled out for a mere 38 against England in 2019.
It was Chris Woakes who stole the spotlight that day, tearing through Ireland’s lineup with figures of 6 for 17 in just 7.4 overs.
What is the average score at Lord's in Test matches?
When it comes to averages at Lord’s, the pitch tells a tale of diminishing returns as the game wears on. Teams tend to post around 310 in the first innings, followed by 299 in the second. The third innings usually sees a dip to 257, and by the fourth, batting becomes a real grind with an average of just 154.
What is the highest individual score at Lord's in Test matches?
G. A. Gooch's knock of 333 runs against India in 1990 is the highest individual score at Lord's in a Test match.
What is the best bowling figure at Lord's in Test matches?
Ian Botham holds the record for the best bowling performance in a single innings at Lord’s, ripping through Pakistan with a sensational 8 for 34, a spell still spoken of with awe.
But when it comes to dominance over an entire Test at the Home of Cricket, no one tops Australia’s Bob Massie, who etched his name into the history books by claiming 16 wickets for just 137 runs across both innings.
Which batsman has the most runs at Lord's in Test matches?
With the bat, Joe Root reigns supreme at Lord’s, having piled up 2,022 runs, the most by any player at the ground. Close on his heels are two other English greats: Graham Gooch with 2,015 runs and Alastair Cook, who amassed 1,937.
Which bowler has the most wickets at Lord's in Test matches?
James Anderson has taken the most wickets at Lord's (123).
He is followed by Stuart Broad (113) and Botham (69).
England vs. India, 3rd Test: Betting odds
According to Dafabet, England are the favorites to win the 3rd Test match against India.
| Team | Betting odds |
| England | 1.70 |
| India | 2.12 |