After India's big win in the second Test at Edgbaston, the five-match series is all square at 1-1.
Shubman Gill's team bounced back strongly to hand England a heavy defeat on Day 5 and now both sides head to London for the third Test at Lord's - one of the most iconic cricket grounds in the world.
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From the opening toss to the closing session, here is all you need to know about the start time and daily schedule of the 3rd Test.
When is the IND vs ENG 3rd Test?
The IND vs ENG 3rd Test will start on July 10, 2025 and is scheduled to conclude with Day 5 on July 14, 2025.
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What time does the IND vs ENG 3rd Test start in India and England?
For Indian fans, the match begins at 3:30 p.m. IST, with the toss scheduled for 3:00 p.m. IST.
For local UK fans, the start time is at 11:00 a.m., and the toss is scheduled for 10:30 a.m.
What are the session timings for IND vs ENG 3rd Test at Lord's?
The daily schedule of play for the IND vs ENG Test will feature three sessions. Here is the precise timings in IST and BST:
| Session | UK time (BST) | India time (IST) |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Session | 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. |
| Lunch | 1:00 p.m. – 1:40 p.m. | 5:30 p.m. – 6:10 p.m. |
| 2nd Session | 1:40 p.m. – 3:40 p.m. | 6:10 p.m. – 8:10 p.m. |
| Tea Break | 3:40 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | 8:10 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. |
| 3rd Session | 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | 8:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. |
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Additionally, an extra 30 minutes may be added each day to ensure all scheduled overs are completed.