Stokes runs out Pant as India reaches lunch at 248-4 in 3rd test against England

India’s Rishabh Pant was left kicking himself after being run out by England captain Ben Stokes on the last ball before lunch on Day 3 of the third test at Lord’s. Despite this setback, it was an otherwise perfect morning session for India.

Pant, who had scored an impressive 74 runs, was looking to sneak a quick single off Shoaib Bashir in order to get Lokesh Rahul, who was on 98, on strike. The plan was for Rahul to try and reach his century before the break. However, Stokes was quick to react and managed to hit the stumps at the non-striker’s end, ending a crucial 141-run partnership for the fourth wicket.

Despite the run-out, India went into lunch at 248-4, a significant improvement from their overnight score of 145-3. They were still trailing by 139 runs, but the match at the iconic Lord’s cricket ground was finely poised. The series between India and England is currently tied at 1-1, adding further excitement to the proceedings.

The incident served as a reminder of the fine margins in cricket and how quickly the tide can turn in a game. Pant’s dismissal highlighted the importance of staying focused and not giving away wickets needlessly, especially in crucial moments of the match.

As the teams regrouped after lunch, both India and England would be looking to seize the momentum and gain an advantage in what promises to be a closely contested test match. With the series delicately balanced, every run and wicket will be crucial in determining the outcome.

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