The Lord’s Cricket Ground is under tight security for the third Test between India and England to prevent any unpleasant activities amidst concerns about potential protests. Security staff will carry out random checks on spectators, and undercover officers will be present throughout the stadium in London.
The Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy between India and England is evenly poised at 1-1. Notably, the third Test has attracted the venue’s largest crowd in two years. Each day is expected to see more than 30,000 spectators, including many Indian fans who have spent thousands of pounds to support their team.
Tight Security and Undercover Guards Deployed for India vs England Test
Security has been tightened at Lord’s Cricket Ground for the third Test, following several troubling incidents in recent years. Authorities have introduced random security checks on spectators and deployed undercover personnel throughout the venue to prevent protests and pitch invasions.
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A “Just Stop Oil” protester disrupted play by running onto the field and throwing orange paint on the pitch during an Ashes Test at Lord’s. Australian players were also subjected to verbal abuse by MCC members, which led to disciplinary action and stricter separation between players and members.
As part of the new safety measures, fans are not allowed to bring flags or banners into the stadium. Officials have also implemented added security around the players’ pavilion to ensure their protection during the match.
England Grind Their Way to a Strong Position on Day 1
Talking about the match, England made the most of their decision to bat first on Day 1, finishing the day in a good position despite challenging conditions. The Indian bowlers forced the hosts to work hard for their runs.
Openers Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett were dismissed in the same over by Nitish Kumar Reddy. Joe Root and Ollie Pope then added a 109-run partnership with patient batting to counter India’s disciplined attack.
Ravindra Jadeja dismissed Pope for 44 with the first ball of the third session, and Jasprit Bumrah then removed Harry Brook for 11. However, Root added an unbeaten 79-run stand with captain Ben Stokes, who scored 39. Root was just one run away from a century as England ended the day at 251/4.
England Took a Different Approach Compared to the First Two Tests – Jonathan Trott
Speaking on Match Centre Live after Day 1, Jonathan Trott said that England adopted a more cautious strategy than in the first two Tests. Trott added that Pope initially tried an aggressive ‘Bazball’ approach but adjusted his style.
“It was an interesting day, starting right from the toss. England took a different approach compared to the first two Tests. I thought Ollie Pope came out in typical ‘Bazball’ style — attacking early — but quickly realised that this wasn’t that kind of pitch,” Trott said.
“Credit to him for adjusting his game. We also saw Joe Root look fluent — a beautiful cover drive and a clip through mid-wicket off Siraj stood out. Once he got going, it felt like he’d bat deep. I thought England might go after Jadeja in the final over of the day, but sense prevailed, especially with Ben Stokes carrying a bit of a niggle,” he added.
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