London, July 15 – In the aftermath of the Shubman Gill Lord’s Test 2025 defeat, India’s newly appointed Test captain took full responsibility for the 22-run loss against England at Lord’s. Calling it a result of “shocking judgment in key moments,” Gill emphasized learning and leadership under pressure.
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Shubman Gill’s Statement After Lord’s Test 2025
Speaking after the match, Gill said:
“We misread the surface and waited too long to attack. I take full ownership of that.”
Experts praised his maturity. Aakash Chopra tweeted:
“No excuses from Shubman. That’s a good sign for Indian cricket.”
India’s Next Steps After Shubman Gill’s Lord’s Test 2025 Loss
India will look to bounce back strongly in the 4th Test, beginning July 23 at Old Trafford, Manchester. Sources close to the team hint that Rishabh Pant may return to the playing XI, and changes to the pace attack are being discussed.
Meanwhile, England, riding high on home support and Ben Stokes’ form, aim to seal the series before The Oval finale.
What This Loss Means for Shubman Gill’s Captaincy
Many cricket experts feel this is a crucial phase in Shubman Gill’s career. With Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli no longer part of the Test setup, Gill has been trusted to lead a young team on tough overseas tours.
Speaking on Star Sports, former cricketer Mohammad Kaif said:
“It’s not just about tactical errors. Gill is learning under pressure, and Lord’s was a big test of temperament.”
The fourth Test in Manchester will now serve as a do-or-die for India, especially with Rishabh Pant expected to return and Shardul Thakur likely to make way for another spinner.
Test Series Fixtures Recap
| Test | Date | Venue |
| 1st Test | June 20–24 | Leeds – India won |
| 2nd Test | July 2–6 | Birmingham – England won |
| 3rd Test | July 10–14 | Lord’s – England won |
| 4th Test | July 23–27 | Manchester |
| 5th Test | July 31–Aug 4 | The Oval |
As the series heads to Manchester, all eyes will be on how Shubman Gill responds to the pressure after the Lord’s Test 2025 setback—will he rise as a resilient leader or let the series slip away?
