India Cricket Team have had some memorable moments at the Mecca of cricket. The World Cup 1983 victory was one, NatWest Trophy Final was the other while India’s first Test win at Lord’s was also memorable. Team India first played a match at Lord’s back in 1932. However, they had to wait for 54 years to claim their first Test victory at the venue in 1986. Overall, in Tests, Team India haven’t had a great record, winning just three matches out of 19. In ODIs, India have had mixed results, winning four and losing as many on nine ocassions. India will take on England in their 3rd Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy on July 10.
Lord’s Cricket Ground, located in London, is often called the “Home of Cricket.” Established in 1814 by Thomas Lord, it is the headquarters of the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) and hosts Test matches, ODIs, and domestic cricket. Renowned for its iconic Pavilion, the Long Room, and the famous slope affecting play, Lord’s has witnessed historic moments, including India’s 1983 World Cup triumph and their 1971 Test victory. With a capacity of around 30,000, it blends tradition with modern facilities, hosting the MCC Museum and the oldest cricket fixture, Eton vs Harrow. Lord’s remains a global cricketing pilgrimage site.
India’s Test records at Lord’s, London
Lord’s is where heroes are made. The ground has given India many heroes to cherish. India first played a Test match at this venue back in 1932 under captain Col CK Nayudu. But it wasn’t until 1986 when India won a Test match at Lord’s. Kapil Dev’s daredevils. Chetan Sharma’s fifer and Dilip Vengsarkar’s century made the difference.
However, in recent years, the tide has turned. In their last five Tests at the Lord’s India have won twice with one ending in a draw. KL Rahul’s century powered India to victory.
- Highest Total: 458/8d vs England in 2002
- Lowest Total: 42 vs England in 1974
- Best Batting: Vinoo Mankad (184) in 1952
- Best Bowling: Ishant Sharma 7/74 in 2014
| Mat | Won | Lost | Draw | HS | LS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 3 | 12 | 4 | 454 | 42 |
India’s match-wise record at Lord’s in Test
| Opposition | Start Date | Result | 1st Inns | 2nd Inns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| v England | 25 Jun 1932 | lost | 189 | 187 |
| v England | 27 Jun 1936 | lost | 147 | 93 |
| v England | 22 June 1946 | lost | 200 | 275 |
| v England | 19 Jun 1952 | lost | 235 | 378 |
| v England | 18 Jun 1959 | lost | 168 | 165 |
| v England | 22 Jun 1967 | lost | 152 | 110 |
| v England | 22 Jul 1971 | draw | 313 | 145/8 |
| v England | 20 Jun 1974 | lost | 302 | 42 |
| v England | 2 Aug 1979 | draw | 96 | 318/4 |
| v England | 10 Jun 1982 | lost | 128 | 369 |
| v England | 5 Jun 1986 | won | 341 | 136/5 |
| v England | 26 July 1990 | lost | 454 | 224 |
| v England | 20 Jun 1996 | draw | 429 | |
| v England | 25 Jul 2002 | lost | 221 | 397 |
| v England | 19 Jul 2007 | draw | 201 | 282/9 |
| v England | 21 Jul 2011 | lost | 286 | 261 |
| v England | 17 Jul 2014 | won | 295 | 342 |
| v England | 9 Aug 2018 | lost | 107 | 130 |
| v England | 12 Aug 2021 | won | 364 | 298/8d |
India’s ODI records at Lord’s, London
Who can forget India’s 1983 World Cup triumph. Cricket in India changed forever when Kapil Dev lifted the trophy at Lord’s balcony. But that wasn’t the only defining moment. Sourav Ganguly-led India chased down a record 326-run target, thanks to two youngsters Yuvraj Singh and Mohd Kaif in 2002 NatWest Trophy final. That showed the world that India were a threat wherever they played.
- Highest Total: 326/8 vs England (2002)
- Lowest Total: 132/3 vs England (1975)
- Highest Chase: 326/8 vs England (2002)
- Best Batting: Sourav Ganguly (90) vs England (2004)
- Best Bowling: Yuzvendra Chahal (4/47) vs England (2022)
| Mat | Won | Lost | Tied | HS | LS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 326 | 146 |
India’s match-wise record at Lord’s in ODIs
| Opposition | Date | Result | Score | Overs | RPO | Target | Inns |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| v England | 7 Jun 1975 | lost | 132/3 | 60 | 2.2 | 335 | 2 |
| v West Indies | 25 Jun 1983 | won | 183 | 54.4 | 3.34 | 1 | |
| v England | 29 Jun 2002 | won | 272/4 | 48.5 | 5.56 | 272 | 2 |
| v England | 13 Jul 2002 | won | 326/8 | 49.3 | 6.58 | 326 | 2 |
| v England | 5 Sep 2004 | won | 204 | 49.3 | 4.12 | 1 | |
| v England | 8 Sep 2007 | lost | 187 | 47.3 | 3.93 | 1 | |
| v England | 11 Sep 2011 | tied | 280/5 | 50 | 5.6 | 1 | |
| v England | 14 Jul 2018 | lost | 236 | 50 | 4.72 | 323 | 2 |
| v England | 14 Jul 2022 | lost | 146 | 38.5 | 3.75 | 247 | 2 |
India’s T20I records at Lord’s, London
India have played only two T20Is at Lord’s, back in 2009 T20 World Cup. Since then, India haven’t played any T20Is. MS Dhoni’s men lost both matches, to West Indies and England.
| Mat | Won | Lost | Inns | HS | LS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 153 | 150 |
India’s match-wise record at Lord’s in T20Is
| Opposition | Date | Result | Score | Overs | RPO | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| v West Indies | 12 Jun 2009 | lost | 153/7 | 20 | 7.65 | N/A |
| v England | 14 Jun 2009 | lost | 150/5 | 20 | 7.50 | 154 |
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