During a memorable royal audience at St. James’s Palace in London, Indian women cricketers were seen eagerly queuing to take pictures with wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant as both the Indian Men’s and Women’s teams met King Charles III. The event took place on July 15, shortly after India’s narrow 22‑run defeat to England at Lord’s.
The gathering featured players, coaches, support staff, and BCCI officials. As cameras clicked, female players approached Pant one after another, capturing cheerful moments that highlighted the camaraderie between teammates. Pant, known for his affable personality, naturally became the focal point for many team photos.
King Charles III greeted both teams in the palace gardens, sharing words of support and encouragement after the intense Test defeat.
The friendly photo sessions offered a relaxed counterpoint to the intensity of international cricket, emphasizing unity and morale within Indian cricket. The images from the event reflect an atmosphere of support and shared pride, underscoring the teams’ collective spirit as they look ahead to future challenges.
IND Vs ENG, 3rd Test: Joe Root & Zak Crawley Console Emotional Mohammed Siraj After India's Narrow Defeat To England By 22 Runs; Video
In one of the most dramatic finishes of the Test summer, England defeated India by 22 runs in the third Test at Lord’s to take a 2-1 lead in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. While the match ended with scenes of jubilation from the English camp, it also produced a heartfelt moment as Joe Root and Zak Crawley were seen consoling a visibly emotional Mohammed Siraj after the final wicket fell.
The defining moment came when Shoaib Bashir, battling a hand injury, delivered a stunning ball to dismiss Siraj and wrap up the Test. Bashir tossed it well above the batter’s eyeline, landing it in the rough outside off. The ball gripped and turned sharply off the surface with extra bounce, catching Siraj off guard. As he tried to defend, the ball dropped near his bat, spun back behind him, and gently kissed the leg stump, just enough to dislodge the bail and end India’s chase.
The dismissal sparked wild celebrations from the English players, who mobbed Bashir as he wheeled around the outfield in joy, ignoring any pain from his left hand. It was a magic moment for the young spinner and a vital one for the home side, giving them control of the five-match series.
On the other end of the emotional spectrum, Mohammed Siraj stood stunned. He had fought valiantly, both with the ball earlier and in a last-ditch attempt to stay at the crease. As he crouched down in disappointment, Joe Root and Zak Crawley walked over immediately, offering him kind words and a hand of comfort. The moment was captured on video and widely shared online, earning praise for the English duo’s sportsmanship.
