History repeated itself at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground as Jofra Archer and Ben Stokes brought back the same fire and tactics that helped England lift their first-ever Cricket World Cup in 2019 — this time in the 3rd Test against India.
From Archer’s fiery short balls to Stokes’ sharp field placements, it felt like déjà vu for fans. And just like six years ago, the plan worked — brilliantly.
🔥 Archer’s Short Ball Warning to Pant Goes Viral
During a tense passage of play, Jofra Archer gave Rishabh Pant a warning:
“I told him to stop moving or he was going to get hurt.”
That wasn’t just mind games — it was a clear statement of intent. Minutes later, Pant misjudged a rising delivery and was sent back. It was classic Archer — pace, precision, and a bit of menace.
The scenes reminded fans of the Super Over at the 2019 World Cup final, also held at Lord’s, where Archer bowled the match-winning over under immense pressure.
Stokes Pulls the Strings Like a Chess Master
While Archer was breathing fire, it was Ben Stokes behind the curtain, setting the trap. England’s captain made sharp bowling changes, placed aggressive fields, and showed why he’s one of the smartest leaders in modern cricket.
Just like he did in 2019, Stokes thrived in the big moments — rallying his team, pumping up the crowd, and turning pressure into opportunity.
Same Venue, Same Magic
This Test at Lord’s wasn’t just a contest between bat and ball — it was a symbolic full circle. For Archer and Stokes, returning to the venue that made them legends offered a perfect platform to reignite old flames.
Cricket pundits were quick to point out the similarities:
- Archer’s relentless short-pitched attack: reminiscent of the Super Over spell in 2019.
- Stokes’ game sense and leadership: unchanged from the day he led England to a historic win.
Together, they dismantled India’s momentum, much like how they crushed New Zealand’s hopes six years ago.
Momentum Shift in the Series?
With the series level at 1-1 before the Lord’s Test& now England Lead 2-1 up in this series.
England’s commanding performance — powered by their proven heroes — has put them in the driver’s seat. India, despite a solid start to the tour, now face a fresh mental battle after losing key wickets in fiery spells.
If Archer and Stokes continue this rhythm, India will have to dig deep to regain control..
What Fans Are Saying
“Vintage Archer!”
“Feels like 2019 all over again!”
“Ben Stokes knows how to own Lord’s!”
The internet is buzzing with excitement — and for good reason. When Archer and Stokes click at Lord’s, it’s hard not to feel a sense of cricketing.
