England Ghisa -pita India For 170 runs on Monday, July 14, Lords won a thrilling 22 runs in the third Test and took a 2–1 lead in the ongoing five-match Test series. Set a target of 193 runs in 108 overs, under the leadership of Indian team Shubman GillDecreased by 22 runs, despite a brave, 61 not unbeaten by knock Ravindra jadejaThe match played in the prestigious home of cricket turned into a low scoring battle in the last day. Although India came under control in various stages, England’s tireless bowling attack ensured that they seized vital moments. The defeat marked India’s fourth smallest disadvantage from the Test history and his second smallest necklace in a distant test, underlined how close the competition was.
India’s top 5 nearest runs in Test cricket loss
1) 12 runs vs Pakistan, Chennai 1999
The prestigious Test match played in Chennai, Chennai from 28 January to 1 February 1999 is remembered for its thrilling and heartbreaking conclusions universally. PakistanAfter setting a challenging target of India scoring 271 runs in the fourth innings on a fast deteriorating pitch, it was seen under control. Sachin Tendulkar Then played one of his most brave innings, with a brilliant 136 score despite battling severe back pain, guiding almost a single-hand India for a famous victory. He shared important partnerships, especially with Nayan Mongia.
However, after Tendulkar’s dismissal, India faced a dramatic collapse, losing their last four wickets for only 11 runs, unable to cross the Finnish line. Saklan MushtaqIn the second innings, an outstanding off-spin in an important five-wicket race was important for Pakistan. The match concluded by only 12 runs with Pakistan, giving a memorable view to the Chennai crowd, allowing the winning Pakistani team to accept high quality cricket and sportsmanships.
2) 16 runs vs Australia, Brisbane 1977
The first test of the 1977–78 series, played in Brisbane, proved to be an entertaining encounter that set a tone for a competitive series. Australia, led by Returning Bob simpsonIndia managed to score 341 runs in the fourth innings. India’s chase was anchored from the captain for a brilliant century Sunil GavaskarThose who scored 113 runs, demonstrated their flexibility and technology against a strong Australian attack.
wicket keeper Syed Kirmani Also played a valuable supporting role with a faulty 55. Despite these significant contributions and a brave effort by the lower order, India eventually decreased, excluded for 324. 16-Run’s defeat highlighted the spirit of India’s fight and also made his ability to compete fiercely in challenging the position of abroad against a malignant Australian side.
3) 16 runs vs Pakistan, Bengaluru 1987
It was a challenging, fifth and final test of the 1986-87 series against hardcore rivals Pakistan played in Bangalore on the turn track. Pakistan, after being dismissed for a paletry 116 in its first innings (thanks for thanks Maninder SinghCarrying extraordinary 7-cicat), managed to fix India and make India 221 runs. The chase became an epic battle, mainly remembered Sunil GavaskarThe serious innings of 96 was played in his farewell Test match.
He batted with immense concentration and skill, almost single -handedly guided India, which would be a historic series victory. However, Pakistan spin pair Iqbal Qasim And Tausif Ahmed To take important wickets at regular intervals proved to be inaccessible on the deteriorating surface. India was eventually excluded for 204, lost the match and the series and lost the series with a span of 16 runs, actually lost to the domestic side.
4) 22 runs vs England, Lords, July 2025
This thrilling third Test, which was played from 10–14 July 2025 at Lord’s, saw England winning at an interval of 22 runs. Both teams scored 387 runs in their first innings, establishing a stressful competition. England then posted 192 in their second innings, leaving India to chase 193 to win. India was eventually excluded for 170, which was reduced. Ben stokes The Player of the Match was named for his all-round heroines, contributing a score of 44 and 33 with the bat, and 2/63 and 3/48 with the ball. The match was a true clifhezer, which highlighted the unexpected nature of Test cricket.
5) 25 runs vs New Zealand, Wankhede, November 2024
The 3 Tests, played from November 1-3, 2024 at the Wankhedi Stadium in Mumbai, gave New Zealand a tough fight to India for a 25-run win over India. New Zealand posted scores of 235 and 174, while India was managing 263 and 121. Chasing the target of 147, India was excluded for 121. The match player was New Zealand’s left -handed spinner. Ajaz PatelWho gave a match winning performance with 5/103 and 6/57 figures. Will be young Scored 244 runs, the Player of the Series was named for his consecutive batting. This low-scoring thriller performed a major performance by spin bowlers on a turning wankhed pitch.