The glorious Home of Cricket, Lord’s, is set to be packed with a crowd for an electrifying third Test match between England and India as part of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. Nestled in London, Lord’s is the epicenter of high-profile cricket matches, including the recent World Test Championship (WTC) final.
The venue offers a mix of historical cricket performances with modern amenities. After its establishment in 1814, today, up to 30,000 spectators can enjoy a live match here. The fans are waiting for another thrilling match, as India secured a recent massive 336-run victory against England in the Edgbaston Test, leveling the series at 1-1. The stakes are high for both sides as a win from here will solidify the momentum.
India first-time faced England at Lord’s in 1932 and the hosts registered a historical 158-run victory. Since then, India have had a memorable time at this venue and became an arch-rival for England, who are also fierce at home conditions. The third Test match of the five-match series will take place at the iconic Lord’s in London from July 10-14, starting at 3:30 PM.
Take a deep dive into the pitch report and weather update, covering Test records at Lord’s, including separate stats for India and England.
Lord’s Cricket Ground Overview
| Also knows as | Lord’s Cricket Ground |
| Established | 1814 |
| Named After | Thomas Lord |
| Capacity | 30000 |
| End Names | Pavilion End, Nursery End |
| Flood Lights | Yes, 2009 |
| Home Teams | Marylebone Cricket Club, Middlesex |
| Other Sports | Lacrosse, Hockey, Archery (2012 Olympics) |
| Pitch | Grass |
Lord’s Pitch Report: Batting or Bowling Friendly?
With patches of green grass, the pitch at Lord’s offers odd bounce, with variation in delivery, making it difficult for batters to assert their shot selection. The fielding side and bowling unit stay in attacking mode, seeing a historical advantage for pacers. The bowlers will settle in since the first day, while there is minimal support for batters. Both sides aim to take full advantage of their best pacers in the squad. In the last five Test matches from June 2023 to June 2025, the bowling first team won 3 matches, showing the highest win probability as far as historical encounters are considered/ Unlike other flat pitches in England, the Lord’s will be ruled by bowlers.
TEST Records at Lord’s
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 148 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 53 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 44 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 309 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 298 |
| Average 3rd Innings Score | 256 |
| Average 4th Innings Score | 159 |
| Highest Total Recorded | 729/6 (232 Overs) by AUS vs ENG |
| Lowest Total Recorded | 38/10 (15.4 Overs) by IRE vs ENG |
The Lord’s has hosted 148 Test matches so far, out of which the batting first team won 53 times while the bowling first team secured 44 victories. The first-innings average score at Lord’s is 309. Ireland recorded the lowest score at Lord’s, as England bowled them out for 38 in 15.4 overs, in the fourth innings, and the hosts won the match by 143 runs.
India Test Records at Lord’s
| Played | 19 |
| Won | 3 |
| Lost | 12 |
| Draw | 4 |
| First Test Match | England vs India – England won by 158 runs (Jun 25-28, 1932) |
| Last Test Match | England vs India – India won by 151 runs (Aug 12-16, 2021) |
India played 19 Test matches at Lord’s, all against England, since 1932. India have won only 3 games at this venue, while the hosts have disappointed the visitors in 12 matches. India managed to draw the match on four occasions. However, India won the last match played here against England by 151 runs in August 2021.
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England Test Records at Lord’s
| Played | 145 |
| Won | 59 |
| Lost | 35 |
| Draw | 51 |
| First Test Match | England vs Australia – England won by an innings & 5 runs (Jul 21-23, 1884) |
| Last Test Match | England vs Sri Lanka – England won by 190 runs (Aug 29-Sep 1, 2024) |
Since 1884, England have played 145 matches at Lord’s, facing iconic teams including Australia, India, West Indies, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan. England won 59 matches and lost 35 games. The home team ended 51 matches in a draw.
Lord’s, London Weather Report
| Location | Weather | Temperature | Humidity | Probability of Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lord’s, London | Sunny/ Partly Cloudy | 22-30°C | 31-56% | 00-15% |
The latest weather report for Lord’s, London, indicates sunshine will prevail, but only for some time. The clouds are expected to hover around the sky with the temperature dropping to 22°C, and the maximum temperature will hit 30°C. In the next five days, the range of humidity will oscillate in a range (31-56)%. The initial days of the Test match will not be interrupted due to rain, but during the fourth and fifth days, there is a minimal chance of rain.
FAQs
Q1. What is the seating capacity at Lord’s, London?
Ans. The iconic cricket venue at Lord’s offers a maximum of 30,000 seats for spectators.
Q2. What does the pitch report say at Lord’s, London?
Ans. The pitch conditions at Lord’s heavily support bowlers.
Q3. How many Test matches were won by India at Lord’s, London?
Ans. India won only 3 Test matches out of 19 games.
Q4. How many Test matches were won by England at Lord’s, London?
Ans. England won 59 Test matches out of 145 games.
