IND A vs ENG Lions Live Score, Day 3: Khaleel Ahmed Shines with Four Wickets as England Lions Trail by 119 Runs

Welcome to IPL.com’s live coverage of the 2nd Unofficial Test between India A and England Lions! Khaleel Ahmed gave India A two key breakthroughs by dismissing James Rew and George Hill. England Lions are now six wickets down, with Chris Woakes and Max Holden currently batting. They started Day 3 at 192/3, trailing India A by 156 runs in the second Unofficial Test in Northampton. On Day 2, bad light ended play early after India A were bowled out for 348. Emilio Gay was the top scorer for England Lions, making 71 runs from 117 balls.

08 Jun 2025, 7:22 PM GMT+5:30

Jack Finds the Fence as Khaleel Returns for Final Burst

Khaleel Ahmed returns to the attack, likely eyeing his fifth wicket, but Edward Jack greets him with a stylish boundary. The left-hander leaned into a full-length delivery outside off and drove it beautifully through covers. England Lions move to 287 for 9 in 79 overs, still trailing India A by 61 runs.

08 Jun 2025, 7:17 PM GMT+5:30

Reddy Keeps It Tight with Maiden as Tongue Looks to Extend Innings

Nitish Kumar Reddy delivered a tidy maiden over to Edward Jack, maintaining the pressure on England Lions at 281 for 9 in 78 overs. Josh Tongue, unbeaten on 16 off 28 balls, is expected to take charge of the strike to stretch the innings as long as possible and reduce the deficit further.

08 Jun 2025, 7:11 PM GMT+5:30

Play Resumes After Brief Rain Break on Day 3

After a 20-minute rain interruption, play has resumed in much brighter conditions at Northampton. England Lions continue their innings at 281 for 9 in 76 overs, still trailing India A by 67 runs. India A will be aiming to wrap up the innings quickly as they look to maintain control of the match.

08 Jun 2025, 6:51 PM GMT+5:30

Rain Interrupts Play Again on Day 3

Rain has once again halted play in the second unofficial Test as the players were forced off the field just two overs into Tanush Kotian’s spell. England Lions remain at 281 for 9 in 76 overs, trailing India A by 67 runs. The delay comes just after India A broke a gritty lower-order stand.

08 Jun 2025, 6:50 PM GMT+5:30

Nitish Kumar Reddy Breaks Stand as Farhan Falls for 24

India A finally ended the stubborn 36-run partnership as Nitish Kumar Reddy picked up his first wicket, dismissing Farhan Ahmed for 24. The left-hander edged to KL Rahul at second slip, giving India A a crucial breakthrough. England Lions now sit at 281 for 9 in 76 overs, still trailing by 67 runs.

08 Jun 2025, 5:51 PM GMT+5:30

Lunch, Day 3: India A in Command After Khaleel’s Fiery Spell

India A bowlers dominated the first session on Day 3, led by Khaleel Ahmed’s fiery spell that triggered a dramatic collapse. England Lions, who were cruising at 219/3, lost five wickets for just 24 runs to slump to 243/8. Khaleel picked up four wickets, while Deshpande chipped in as well. At lunch, the Lions are 266/8 in 71 overs, with Josh Tongue and Farhan Ahmed showing resistance in a steady lower-order stand.

08 Jun 2025, 5:16 PM GMT+5:30

Deshpande Strikes as Holden Falls for 7

Tushar Deshpande picked up a crucial wicket at 248 for 8 in 64 overs, dismissing Max Holden for 7. Holden attempted a shot down the ground but was beaten by the movement into him, resulting in an inside edge that chopped onto the stumps. Deshpande’s disciplined bowling continues to trouble the England Lions lineup.

08 Jun 2025, 5:00 PM GMT+5:30

Holden and Farhan Focus on Stability as England Lions Fight to Survive

At 243 for 7 in 62 overs, Max Holden and Farhan Ahmed are taking a cautious approach after a series of quick wickets. Though boundaries have been hard to come by, they are steadily rotating the strike with singles, prioritizing wicket preservation as they aim to see off the remaining overs before lunch.

08 Jun 2025, 4:33 PM GMT+5:30

Khaleel Claims Fourth Wicket as Woakes Falls Caught Behind

Khaleel Ahmed continues to dominate with the ball, taking his fourth wicket by dismissing Chris Woakes caught behind. England Lions are now 229 for 7 in 57 overs, with Khaleel putting India A in a strong position with his relentless bowling.

08 Jun 2025, 4:20 PM GMT+5:30

Khaleel Takes Two Quick Wickets, Comes Close to Hat-Trick

Khaleel Ahmed made a strong impact on Day 3, claiming two wickets in quick succession to leave England Lions reeling at 225 for 6 in 55 overs. He trapped James Rew (10) with a sharp edge to second slip and then bowled George Hill with a fiery yorker on his very first ball, putting himself on a hat-trick. Chris Woakes survived the hat-trick ball and pushed the attack with a neat drive for two runs.

08 Jun 2025, 4:11PM GMT+5:30

Shardul Thakur Applies Pressure on Max Holden with Seam Bowling

At 223 for 4 in 54 overs, Shardul Thakur is troubling England Lions batsman Max Holden with consistent seam movement away from the left-hander. Holden is struggling to make contact, poking at nearly every delivery and yet to score, currently on 1 run from 16 balls. Thakur’s disciplined bowling is building pressure early in this partnership.

08 Jun 2025, 4:02 PM GMT+5:30

Khaleel Strikes as Jordan Cox Falls for 45

England Lions lost a crucial wicket at 219 for 4 in 51 overs when Jordan Cox was caught behind off Khaleel Ahmed’s bowling. After playing a stylish pull for four just the ball before, Cox edged a hard-length outswinger that keeper Dhruv Jurel took confidently. Khaleel made a strong comeback to break the partnership and put pressure back on the Lions.

08 Jun 2025, 3:42PM GMT+5:30

England Lions Start Day 3 Strong with Early Boundaries

England Lions began Day 3 positively, reaching 205 for 3 in 48 overs. Jordan Cox struck the first boundary of the morning, whipping a delivery from Shardul Thakur through square, followed by a classy straight drive to the fence. Thakur struggled with his front foot, bowling a no-ball early in the over.

08 Jun 2025, 3:36 PM GMT+5:30

Day 3 Begins: England Lions Add Four Runs in First Over

Day 3 of the second unofficial Test got underway with Khaleel Ahmed bowling the first over for India A. England Lions added four runs, including a wide, taking their total to 196 for 3 in 47 overs. There wasn't much movement on offer, as Khaleel kept it tight outside off.

08 Jun 2025, 2:30 PM GMT+5:30

India A vs England Lions – 2nd Unofficial Test: Live Streaming Info

When is the match?

The second unofficial Test between India A and England Lions is being played from June 6 to June 9.

Where is it happening?

The match is taking place at the County Ground in Northampton.

What time does it start?

Play starts at 11:00 AM local time (3:30 PM IST) each day.

Where can you watch it live?

You can catch the live streaming on the England & Wales Cricket Board’s website, or watch it on the JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar app/website.

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