IND vs ENG 3rd Test: Ben Stokes Mocks KL Rahul at Lord’s – Watch
Tensions rise as Stokes responds to Gill’s Crawley taunt; India 58/4 chasing 193 on Day 4
Day 4 of the IND vs ENG 3rd Test at Lord’s provided intense cricket and equally fiery confrontations, with a new flashpoint emerging between Ben Stokes and KL Rahul. In a moment that lit up social media, England’s Test skipper mockingly clapped at KL Rahul, taking a direct dig at Shubman Gill’s sarcastic applause towards Zak Crawley the previous day. IND vs ENG 3rd Test
🔥 The Drama Unfolds: Stokes vs Rahul
With just minutes remaining in the day’s play, India’s Akash Deep was receiving treatment for a leg injury as the physio came on. England, eager to get in one final over, were visibly frustrated by the stoppage. That’s when Ben Stokes walked over and clapped at KL Rahul in slow, mocking fashion — a clear reference to Gill’s gesture toward Crawley at the end of Day 3, when England were accused of time-wasting. IND vs ENG 3rd Test
The symbolism was unmistakable. The IND vs ENG Test series, already intense and finely poised, added another chapter of needle and gamesmanship. IND vs ENG 3rd Test
🧨 Day 3’s Incident: A Prelude to Day 4
On Day 3, when Crawley twice backed out of his stance with Jasprit Bumrah ready to bowl, Shubman Gill was caught on camera mouthing expletives and then sarcastically applauding the opener. The Indian players were furious, particularly with the deliberate slowing of the over rate. IND vs ENG 3rd Test
Fast forward 24 hours, and the roles reversed. As India found themselves trying to delay the inevitable stumps, it was Stokes’ turn to serve the mockery back. IND vs ENG 3rd Test
🏏 Match Situation at Stumps – Day 4:
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India Second Innings: 58/4 in 18 overs
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Target: 193
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Wickets Remaining: 6
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Not Out: KL Rahul (batting), Shubman Gill
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Last Wicket: Akash Deep bowled by Ben Stokes (final ball of the day)
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Required on Day 5: 135 runs with 6 wickets remaining
🎯 Earlier in the Day: India Bowl Out England for 192
India started strong with the ball, with Washington Sundar delivering a brilliant 4/22, while Bumrah and Siraj chipped in on a spicy Lord’s pitch. Joe Root and Ben Stokes steadied the England innings after early setbacks, but Sundar’s crucial dismissal of Root turned the tide. India managed to keep England under 200, setting themselves a chase of 193 — tricky but achievable. IND vs ENG 3rd Test
🤯 Emotions Running High on Both Sides
This Test has seen it all — fiery stares, sarcastic claps, pointed celebrations, and intense scrutiny of every delay. What makes this even more captivating is that both teams had a role in testing the limits of sportsmanship and time management. IND vs ENG 3rd Test
KL Rahul, speaking post-match, acknowledged the growing tension:
“Things like this happen in the heat of the battle. Emotions run high. It’s a good contest, and everyone is pushing for the win.”
Meanwhile, Ben Stokes was more pointed in his post-day comments:
“What goes around, comes around.”
🧵 Social Media Reacts:
Twitter/X exploded with fan reactions:
💬 “Ben Stokes channeling his inner Shubman Gill with that sarcastic clap 😂🔥”
💬 “Lord’s Test getting spicy! The drama is as good as the cricket!”
💬 “Sundar delivers with the ball and now Stokes with the drama – love Test cricket!”
Ben Stokes clapping for KL Rahul.
The only man standing between England and a win. Stokes key for England and Rahul for us.
PS: ben stokes is Benstokes#KLRahul pic.twitter.com/4TDHeaN3Vo
— Ꭺkash ❄️ (@Real_masoom1) July 13, 2025
📉 What India Needs on Day 5
India now require 135 runs with 6 wickets in hand. With KL Rahul at the crease and Shubman Gill set to return, all hopes rest on a steady start in the morning session. The pitch still has life, and Mark Wood, Archer, and Stokes will be raring to finish the job. IND vs ENG 3rd Test
But if India survives the early burst and rebuilds, a famous chase at Lord’s is on the cards.
🕵️ What to Watch For on Day 5:
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Can KL Rahul anchor the chase under pressure?
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Will Gill respond with the bat after his verbal battle with Crawley?
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How will England use the new ball and tight field settings?
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Could this Test go down as one of Lord’s most dramatic finishes?
📌 Conclusion
The IND vs ENG 3rd Test has turned into more than just a contest of skills — it’s now an emotional battleground. From Rahul’s classy shots to Stokes’ sarcastic claps, every moment is carrying weight.
As the teams gear up for a thrilling finish, Test cricket’s drama and unpredictability have once again taken center stage.
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