Tensions between India and England continue to rise as the third Test at Lord’s edges towards a dramatic finish. With emotions already running high following previous altercations, the final day saw yet another heated moment, this time involving Ravindra Jadeja and England pacer Brydon Carse.
The spark was ignited at the end of the 35th over of India’s innings when Jadeja, visibly frustrated, advanced towards Carse in an aggressive manner. The confrontation stemmed from Carse’s repeated tendency to obstruct the batters during their runs. On the final ball of that over, Carse once again appeared to step into the batters’ path, pushing Jadeja over the edge.
Jadeja was clearly looking at ball
Why Carse try to grab and stop him after that accidental hit? Bldy cheaters. #INDvsEND pic.twitter.com/onLaex5ndN
— Lala (@FabulasGuy) July 14, 2025
The Indian all-rounder stormed down the pitch and came perilously close to making physical contact with Carse. England skipper Ben Stokes, recognising the escalating nature of the situation, quickly intervened. He stepped between the two players, acting as a buffer to ensure that things did not spiral out of control. Despite Carse’s attempts to explain himself and telling Jadeja that batters should run around the bowler, the Indian all-rounder refused to back down.
Some words exchange between jadeja and Brydon carse 🥶https://t.co/MfGgsOLqiQ
— ADITYA 🇮🇹 (@140oldtrafford) July 14, 2025
This wasn’t the first flashpoint in the match. On Day 3, Indian players collectively voiced their frustration at England openers Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley for allegedly engaging in time-wasting tactics as stumps approached. That episode highlighted the rising tension between the two sides and set the tone for the remainder of the contest.
The game itself hangs in a tense balance. India, chasing a modest target, are precariously placed with seven wickets down and still needing runs. Jofra Archer, returning to red-ball cricket after more than four years, made an emphatic statement with his pace and accuracy, leading England’s charge on a surface that kept the batters guessing with its unpredictable bounce.
The presence of Ravindra Jadeja and Jasprit Bumrah at the crease is critical to India’s chances. As Nitish Reddy edged behind off Chris Woakes at the stroke of lunch, India were left reeling at 112 for eight. Even on a working Monday, the crowd at Lord’s turned out in large numbers, bearing witness to a thrilling finish. With the in-form Jadeja and the tail left to defy the odds, England looked set to seal the match.
