KL Rahul scored a resilient 100 runs off 177 balls in the first innings of the Lord’s Test. The Indian opener has now inscribed his name on the prestigious Lord’s honour board for the second time in his Test career. Rahul’s brilliant century came during the ongoing third Test of the five-match series against England.
Having previously scored a century at Lord’s in 2021, Rahul continued his excellent form at this iconic venue. Opening the innings, the right-handed batter showcased his class and played one of his finest Test innings to date.
Throughout the series, Rahul has been in good touch, but this innings stood out as his best so far. His composed performance gave India a strong start in reply to England’s first-innings total of 387.
India’s innings began shakily with an early wicket of Yashasvi Jaiswal, but Rahul provided much-needed stability. He displayed elegant strokeplay and kept the English bowlers under constant pressure with his confident approach.
Rahul first reached a crucial fifty despite challenging conditions where the ball was moving around. He expertly negotiated the difficult phase before confidently converting his fifty into a century, steering India into a strong position.
His century, which came off 176 balls, marked his 10th Test hundred. Rahul’s partnership with Rishabh Pant, who scored 74, revived India’s innings after the initial pressure. However, shortly after reaching his hundred, Rahul was dismissed, finishing his innings on 100 runs from 177 balls.
Fans on Twitter React to KL Rahul’s Back-to-Back Centuries at Lord’s Cricket Ground, London
KL Rahul has scored his second consecutive century at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground in London, sparking an outpouring of praise on Twitter. Supporters hailed his outstanding performance and shared their excitement with joyful reactions. Here are a few highlights:
Back to back hundreds at Lords cricket stadium isn't everyone’s cup of tea, well played KL Rahul 🤍 pic.twitter.com/nwt2N9xKh8
— Vijay (@veejuparmar) July 12, 2025
4th test century in England and 2nd at lord's for KL Rahul. Only real cricket fans will understand how big this achievement is
— EngiNerd. (@mainbhiengineer) July 12, 2025
KL Rahul – The only Indian player who smashed 2 test hundred at Lord's in 21st century. 🐐 pic.twitter.com/OW3evYCAqY
— Kunal Yadav (@Kunal_KLR) July 12, 2025
Back to back hundreds at Lords Cricket Stadium is a stuff of dreams. Well played, KL Rahul. pic.twitter.com/j79Ikg9oLD
— R A T N I S H (@LoyalSachinFan) July 12, 2025
KL Rahul is the greatest overseas test batsman for India since Sachin & Dravid. pic.twitter.com/VgCwlDRXFa
— Cric Bug (@Smithian_here) July 12, 2025
In a series of high scores by Indian batsmen, @klrahul has been a stand out. 100 in 2 tests, a 50 in another, he has taken on the mantle of being the rock around whom the others can play their game. Playing with great calm and technical finesse. Hopefully this series will end…
— Rajdeep Sardesai (@sardesairajdeep) July 12, 2025
Captain Shubman Gill cheering for KL Rahul for his brillant century at lord's. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/0OkqI1Ck3G
— Ahmed Says (@AhmedGT_) July 12, 2025
KL Rahul🗿 pic.twitter.com/NbqdAKfQg4
— Homie (@homelander_yyy) July 12, 2025
