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Daily Mail
3 hours ago
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- Daily Mail
Rules should be brought in to stop time wasting and England must be alarmed from a batting viewpoint: BUMBLE ON THE TEST
Bryson Carse impressed late on as England kept their hopes of overcoming India alive. India need 135 runs to win following a captivating conclusion to the fourth day of the third Test. There were various major talking points after a dramatic day of action. For instance, Sir Alastair Cook 's comments caused a stir, while there have also been concerns about time-wasting. Furthermore, the performance of Jasprit Bumrah again caught the eye. Mail Sport presents the latest edition of BUMBLE ON THE TEST. Back massage for batters is more popular than ever The back massage for the batter is more popular than ever. They might as well get a proper Thai massage. Get the rose petals out and the soothing water sounds on. During the interlude, the Irish Guards can get a full circuit in with their selection of Sousa Marches. Failing that, Mick Jagger's bound to be there so he can entertain like Cliff Richards at Wimbledon. That would be far more entertaining than two overs of cricket. Or in the case of Zak Crawley, just the one. Rules should be brought in to stop time-wasting To further avoid the embarrassment of time-wasting for all concerned, it should be a rule that you must bowl 15 overs in the last hour of the day. No ifs or buts. The regulations that are in place on day five should apply every day. And there's no point India rocking about because they're as guilty as anybody when it comes to time-wasting. India seriously disturbed England This whole series has sprung into life after the theatrics of Saturday night. India came out pumped up and bowled quite brilliantly as a unit too. They seriously disturbed England. Like many, I love a rough and tough contest and there's now a fabulous edge to this Test and the series. Mohammed Siraj's actions were disappointing That said, I was disappointed to see Mohammed Siraj go into the face of Ben Duckett after dismissing him. And the other Indian players followed him too. The match referee is Sir Richie Richardson, who respected the game and played in a tough and sporting manner. I thoroughly hope he leaves the players in no doubt about the elite standards of behaviour required. Be a gentleman. England should be alarmed from batting viewpoint England must be alarmed from a batting viewpoint with seven of them bowled in the second innings and a total of 12 bowled across the Test. India must have said that this lot have got no defence so our game plan is to aim for the stumps and it worked a treat. At this level, it's unforgivable not to have a defence. Cook's comments make sense Sir Alastair Cook caused quite a stir saying forget the over rate and just look at the quality of the cricket on offer and the sheer endeavour in brutal heat. In fairness, we've had yet another terrific contest that is going into the fifth day. Lord's is a sell out today and at £25 a ticket, it's the best value entertainment in the capital. Jasprit Bumrah produces warrior-like effort A word for Jasprit Bumrah. A world class performer with another warrior-like effort. He was menacing throughout and given the uneven bounce, England will be hoping Jofra Archer and co can make the pitch talk today. The pressure is on Shoaib Bashir too, especially when India's second spinner, Washington Sundar, took four wickets and bowled superbly.
The Independent
a day ago
- Sport
- The Independent
Furious India captain Shubman Gill tells Zak Crawley to ‘grow some balls' in time-wasting row as Lord's Test boils over
England and India were engulfed in a time-wasting row at Lord's, with Zak Crawley 's antics drawing a furious reaction from visiting captain Shubman Gill. The tourists had enough time to bowl two awkward overs at the end of day three after being bowled out for 387 – exactly level with England's first-innings mark. But Crawley made sure there would only be six deliveries from Jasprit Bumrah, eating up valuable seconds by pulling out of his stance on three separate occasions and then calling for the physio after a ball that appeared to make light contact with his glove. Tempers flared as it became apparent India would not get another over, with Sky Sports issuing an on-air apology after Gill was overheard shouting 'grow some f****** balls' and gesticulating crudely. Crawley and Gill jabbed fingers at each other as they exchanged angry words before the close, with England's other opener Ben Duckett also joining in from the non-striker's end. England's official X account made light of the tension by posting footage of the final over alongside the words, 'always annoying when you can't get another over in before close'. Tim Southee, England's bowling consultant, appeared to accuse Gill of double standards after he delayed the end of the home side's innings to receive treatment on day two, while India all-rounder Washington Sundar also took time out while batting for an apparent comfort break. 'I'm not sure what they were complaining about when Gill was lying down getting a massage in the middle of the day yesterday,' said Southee. 'It's obviously part of the game. It's always exciting to see both sides animated towards the end and it was an exciting way to finish the day. It was good to see energy from both sides.' He also offered a poker-faced response when asked about Crawley's call for treatment. 'He'll be assessed overnight. Hopefully he'll be alright to carry on tomorrow,' was his deadpan response. KL Rahul appeared on behalf of the India team after scoring his sixth Test century and appeared unsurprised by Crawley's conduct. 'Two overs is a no-brainer with six minutes to go. But it was a bit of theatrics at the end,' he said. 'I know exactly what was going on; everyone knows exactly what was going on. But an opening batter will understand completely what happened in the last five minutes. 'We were all pumped up either way because we know how difficult it is for a batter to come in to bat for two overs when you have been in the field all day. Even without that I think we would have been fired up.' Former England captain Michael Vaughan enjoyed the spectacle, telling BBC's Test Match Special: 'It's as good a piece of time-wasting as I've ever seen. 'India can't complain because yesterday Gill was down with the hamstring strain. Rahul was off the field and wouldn't have been able to open the batting. But what great drama and what a great day.' Another former skipper, Sir Alastair Cook, said: 'It's not the best look for cricket, but we'll all remember that. Everyone was absolutely enthralled by it and I think the series needed it. 'There are little niggles, you keep poking each other, and eventually something breaks the camel's back. It makes it such good viewing.'
BBC News
a day ago
- Sport
- BBC News
India 'had no right to complain about time-wasting'
India had no right to complain about England's tactics in a dramatic finale to the third day of the third Test at Lord's after their own time-wasting earlier in the match, says bowling coach Tim Zak Crawley repeatedly delayed bowler Jasprit Bumrah and called for a physio after being hit on the finger as he successfully ensured he and Ben Duckett only had to face one over before the close, instead of players reacted angrily to the delays, with captain Shubman Gill gesticulating to Crawley shouting an expletive in his direction."It is always exciting to see both sides animated towards the end," said Southee, who is England's fast-bowling consultant."Not sure what they were complaining about when Shubman was lying down getting a massage in the middle of the day yesterday."It's obviously part of the game. It is an exciting way to finish."After England bowled India out for 387 - level with the hosts' first-innings score - Crawley and Duckett emerged to bat with five minutes left in the day, which should have been time for two overs. How the dramatic final over unfolded The first delivery of Bumrah's over took place almost two minutes later than scheduled at 18:25 and was left outside off stump by repeatedly stepped away before the third delivery, leaving Bumrah visibily frustrated. Sky Sports had to apologise to viewers for Gill's language after his barbs towards the third delivery was eventually bowled, India's fielders surrounded Crawley to shout encouragement to their fifth delivery bounced to hit Crawley on the bottom glove. As he called for the physio there were cheers from the England fans and boos from those supporting initially clapped sarcastically, Gill rushed up to Crawley and held his arms up in an X. Crawley responded by waving a finger at Gill. Duckett then stepped in to respond to Gill's missed the final delivery and immediately turned to the dressing room. More words were sent in the direction of Duckett as he and India's fielders left the field. 'We were hoping we could get a wicket' "Obviously we wanted to bowl two overs," India batter KL Rahul said."There were six minutes left. Obviously, two overs is a no-brainer that any team will bowl two overs with six minutes to go."We were all pumped up either way because we know how difficult it is for a batter to come in to bat for two overs when you have been in the field all day. "We were hoping we could get a wicket there, and a wicket at the end of the day's play would have been perfect for us."This Test has been characterised by stoppages, including a lengthy delay on day two when Gill received a massage to his back while fielding. 'As good a piece of time-wasting I've seen' England ended the over 2-0, meaning they lead by two runs at the end of the third day."It's as good a piece of time-wasting I've ever seen," former England captain Michael Vaughan told the Test Match Special podcast."India can't complain because yesterday Gill was down with the hamstring strain – Rahul was off the field and wouldn't have been able to open the batting."Neither team can complain, but what great drama and what a great day. We're in for a fourth and fifth day that will be fantastic."Former England captain Sir Alastair Cook said the series, much anticipated beforehand and tied at 1-1 after the first two Tests, "needed" the late drama."Everyone has been so friendly, but this always happens in a series of five matches," he said."There's little moments after playing against each other so many times."Duckett was like a dachshund: all those big dogs and he was the one squaring up to [India bowler Mohammed] Siraj."
Telegraph
a day ago
- Sport
- Telegraph
England accuse India of hypocrisy over time-wasting
England said India were guilty of hypocrisy over shameless time-wasting after a spicy passage full of finger pointing and terse words late on the third day lit a fire under a gritty Test at Lord's. The entire series has taken place at a funereal pace thanks to ball changes and unscheduled delays, and more than 30 overs have been lost across the first three days of this match. But England's openers provided a masterclass in time-wasting to ensure that they had only to face a single over at the end of day three after the first-innings scores were level. India's innings concluded at 6.14pm, leaving England with six minutes – ie two overs – to bat. But a series of ruses from Zak Crawley, who pulled out late from his stance and also claimed to have been hit on the hand while defending the ball, meant they faced just one, from Jasprit Bumrah, surviving on two without loss. India were furious with Crawley's tactics, with captain Shubman Gill telling him to 'grow some f---ing balls'. It's all kicking off at Lord's! Zak Crawley is doing everything to slow down the final over of the day, the Indian players are sarcastically applauding as he calls over the physio... 🍿 — Sky Sports Cricket (@SkyCricket) July 12, 2025 The former England captain Michael Vaughan claimed it was 'as good a piece of time-wasting I've ever seen', adding that 'India can't complain'. He argued that Gill received a massage on the second afternoon, towards the end of England's first innings because KL Rahul was off the field and would need to open. The interim England bowling coach Tim Southee agreed that Gill could have no complaints. 'It's good, it's always exciting to see both sides getting animated at the end of the day,' he said. 'I am not sure what they were complaining about when Shubman Gill's lying down getting a massage in the middle of the day yesterday. It's part of the game near the end of the day. It was an exciting way to finish the day. 'It's been a great three days of cricket, much more old fashioned. The way the guys kept the energy up with the ball and were able to dismiss India to level the scores [means] we are heading into a great shoot-out in the next couple of days. 'It's been a great series, both sides have played some good cricket in a good spirit. Tonight there was a bit of energy towards the end of the day, it's been a long three days and it was good to see the energy was still there.' India's centurion Rahul, one of the players giving Crawley a piece of his mind, was phlegmatic, but warned England that India would return in fiery mood on the fourth day. 'It's part of the game now,' he said. 'I understand from an opening batter's point of view. I know what is going on, everyone knows what is going on. An opening batter will understand completely what happened in the last few minutes. 'We wanted to bowl two overs. Two overs is a no-brainer that any team would bowl two overs with six minutes to go. There was a bit of theatrics at the end and we were all pumped up because we know how difficult it is for a batter to come in to bat for a few overs when you've been in the field for two days and a wicket at the end of the day would have been perfect. 'Even without that we would have been fired up because of where the game stands with two days to go. Both the teams back to zero after three days of hard-fought cricket, it comes down to days four and five. We will try to take 10 wickets as fast as we can.' Meanwhile, England spinner Shoaib Bashir will be sent for a scan on his left pinkie finger overnight. Bashir injured the finger fielding off his own bowling in his 15th over in the afternoon session, and did not return to the field, instead sitting by the boundary. Southee joked that Crawley would need medical attention too, after the blow to his hand. 'He'll be assessed overnight and hopefully he'll be all right to carry on tomorrow,' he said, with perfect deadpan delivery. That final over in full Ball 1 India gather on the boundary early, but England's openers take an age to walk down the stairs from the home dressing room. Mohammed Siraj walks from mid-on to have a pop at Ben Duckett, before Crawley leaves a ball outside off-stump. Ball 2 Bumrah over-corrects, and Crawley clips him away for two. Ball 3 Crawley pulls out late, citing spurious movement behind the bowler's arm. The slip cordon, led by Gill, is furious. 'There's no-one there,' says Gill, before adding: 'Get some balls, show f---ing balls!' When the delivery is eventually bowled, it is left. Sky's broadcast apologises for the choice language used. Ball 4 Crawley defends a ball on off stump, and India's fielders share some more thoughts. Ball 5 With the time now 6.29, England are surely safe from another over. But for good measure, Crawley reacts as if in great pain after defending the ball high on his bat. He shakes his right hand, and calls the physio on. India's fielders clap sarcastically, before Gill comes over for more. Crawley and Gill point angrily at each other, with Duckett also giving the India captain a piece of his mind. The umpires watch on as almost every player stands in a small huddle as Crawley receives medical attention from England doctor Glen Rae. Afterwards, Crawley's right hand seems in fine fettle as he uses it to drink from a water bottle. Ball 6 Finally ready to resume, Crawley is well beaten by Bumrah. He turns and walks straight off the ground as Bumrah and Gill smile wryly.
The Guardian
a day ago
- Sport
- The Guardian
Shubman Gill boils over at Zak Crawley but ‘it's just part of the game' says KL Rahul
Three days of cricket that often failed to match the red-hot temperatures it has been played in ended on Saturday with six minutes of rancour, Shubman Gill exhorting Zak Crawley to 'grow some fucking balls', and both sides accusing the other of time-wasting. The sudden outbreak of tension came in the day's extraordinary conclusion, in which saw England's openers used every tactic in their armoury to prevent India squeezing a second over into their brief spell in the field before stumps. India's first innings ended – for 387, precisely the same score England got in theirs – 14 minutes before the day was due to conclude, and when Crawley and Ben Duckett emerged to start their second knock there were just six minutes remaining. The action that followed was punctuated by discussions between the batters, while Crawley on one occasion pulled away as Jasprit Bumrah neared the end of his run-up after spotting movement behind the bowler's arm, and on another shook his hand in apparent agony and called for the physio after the ball bounced into his glove. 'He'll be assessed overnight and hopefully he'll be all right to carry on tomorrow,' deadpanned Tim Southee, England's coaching consultant. It was at this point that Gill and Crawley had an angry confrontation, some of which was caught on Sky's stump microphone – the India captain is likely to face disciplinary action and the loss of at least part of his match fee as a result – while several India players sarcastically applauded the Englishman's acting skills. 'What happened at the end, I mean, it's just part of the game now. I know exactly what was going on,' said India's KL Rahul, who earlier in the day had become precisely the 100th man to be dismissed for precisely 100 in Test cricket. 'An opening batter will understand completely what happened in the last five minutes. 'Obviously we wanted to bowl two overs. There were six minutes left. Obviously it's a no-brainer that any team will bowl two overs with six minutes to go. But it was a bit of theatrics at the end. We were all pumped up, because we know how difficult it is for a batter to come in to bat for two overs when you've been in the field all day. We were hoping we could get a wicket there, which would have been perfect for us. Even without that we'd have been fired up tomorrow, because of where the game stands. Both teams are back to zero after three days of hard-fought cricket. It all comes down to day four and day five. So we'd have been fired up anyway.' Sign up to The Spin Subscribe to our cricket newsletter for our writers' thoughts on the biggest stories and a review of the week's action after newsletter promotion Southee said India's actions earlier in the match, which have included multiple requests to change balls, extended impromptu drinks breaks, batters running off to visit the toilet and occasional interventions by their own physio – already 32 overs have been lost from the game because of slow play – meant they were unable to occupy the moral high ground. 'I'm not sure what they're complaining about when Shubman Gill's lying down getting a massage in the middle of the day yesterday,' he said. 'It's never ideal, I don't think [to lose so much play]. But it's obviously been hot, so there's been more drinks than usual. There's been a number of stoppages with the ball. Also, DRS takes time. There's been a number of stoppages but I guess to lose that much, it's probably at the extreme level.' The New Zealander insisted the scenes at the close of play did not reflect the state of relations between the teams, which he said have been fine throughout the series. 'Both sides have played some good cricket, and in a good spirit,' he said. 'I think tonight was just a bit of energy towards the end of the day. It's been a long three days, and it's good to see the energy still there from both sides … It's good. It's always exciting to see both sides animated towards the end. It's part of the game.'
