Tensions flared and memories lingered on Day 4 of the Lord’s Test, as KL Rahul appeared to serve up a subtle slice of payback. After England captain Ben Stokes went down in pain from a body blow by Mohammed Siraj, Rahul and wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel walked right past him without a second glance. Only Ravindra Jadeja paused to check on Stokes.
The moment wasn’t missed by fans—and it likely wasn’t forgotten by Rahul either.
Siraj Keeps the Heat On, Stokes Goes Down Hard
The incident occurred during the final ball of the 29th over. Siraj bowled a skiddy delivery that stayed low and thudded straight into Stokes’ groin area. The England skipper instantly dropped to the ground in visible pain.
While the commentators and crowd waited for some on-field concern from the Indians, Rahul and Jurel simply carried on walking. Jadeja, ever the sportsman, was the only one to ask Stokes if he was okay.
Flashback to Headingley: Stokes Didn’t Check on Rahul
It might’ve seemed harsh—until you remember what happened earlier in the series. During the Headingley Test, it was KL Rahul who took a blow in a similar spot, courtesy of Stokes. But that time, the England captain didn’t bother to check on him. Instead, he walked away and even mouthed a few words in Rahul’s direction.
This time, it was Rahul doing the walking—and Stokes on the ground.
England Try to Regain Control After Top-Order Collapse
Despite the blow and the drama, Stokes and Joe Root fought back to steady England after a rough morning. They had lost four wickets—Duckett (12), Pope (4), Crawley (22), and Brook (23)—all before lunch.
Siraj was lethal early on, removing Duckett and Pope, while Reddy dismissed Crawley and Akash Deep cleaned up Brook with a beauty.
Series Locked at 1-1 as Lord’s Test Hangs in the Balance
With both teams having scored 387 in the first innings, the match is finely poised. A lead here could be crucial in swinging the momentum in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, currently level at 1-1.
But amid the runs and wickets, it’s these little moments—like Rahul walking past Stokes—that give this series its spicy edge.
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