India has secured three memorable Test victories at Lord’s Cricket Ground—in 1986, 2014, and 2021. Each win showcased exceptional batting and bowling performances, breaking long winless streaks and overcoming strong opposition to achieve historic milestones at this prestigious cricket venue.
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1. India won by 5 wickets – 1986
India broke a ten-match winless streak at Lord’s with a historic victory under Kapil Dev’s leadership. After England posted 294, India responded with 341, led by Dilip Vengsarkar’s unbeaten 126. Kapil’s fiery 4/52 triggered England’s collapse for 180 in the second innings. India chased 134, winning by five wickets, with Kapil sealing the deal with a quickfire 23*. He was named Player of the Match.
2. India won by 95 runs – 2014
India waited 28 years for their next Lord’s triumph. Under MS Dhoni’s captaincy, they scored 295 in the first innings, featuring Ajinkya Rahane’s 103. England responded with 319, with Gary Ballance scoring 110 and Bhuvneshwar Kumar taking 6/82. In the second innings, India made 342 thanks to key contributions from Murali Vijay, Jadeja, and Bhuvneshwar. Ishant Sharma then tore through England with 7/74, sealing a 95-run win and earning Player of the Match honours.
3. India won by 151 runs – 2021
Virat Kohli’s iconic quote “For 60 overs, they should feel hell out there” summed up India’s intensity in this fiery contest. India scored 364 in the first innings, led by KL Rahul’s 129. England took a narrow 27-run lead after making 391. At 209/8 in the second innings, Shami (56*) and Bumrah (34*) staged a stunning 89-run partnership, helping India declare at 298/8. The bowlers then dismantled England for 120 in under 58 overs, sealing a famous 151-run victory.
