England has dismissed four Indian batters and given the Lord's Test another twist of fate to leave it on a knife-edge heading toward the fifth and final day.

Controversy and provocation at Lord's has ignited the series between India and England which had been played in the most amicable spirit

LONDON (Reuters) -Opener KL Rahul scored a century while Ravindra Jadeja and Rishabh Pant pitched in with crucial fifties as India posted 387 on day three, equalling England's first innings, with their third test hanging in the balance at Lord's on Saturday.

The Siraj send-off was just the latest chapter in a dramatic Test which saw day three end with England and India accusing each other of sharp practice after Zak Crawley’s conduct drew an angry reaction from visiting captain Shubman Gill.

Richard Mann looks ahead to day four at Lord's, with the third Test between England and India still in the balance.

Mohammed Siraj screams in Ben Duckett’s face. His eyes are bulging, a cocktail of triumph and pent-up rage. As the defeated batsman and jubilant bowler lock eyes, their shoulders collide.

The home side have departed from their usual aggressive approach but this slow-burner of a match is captivating for different reasons

India displayed an impressive performance with the ball in the second innings as they bowled England out for 192. India have achieved a couple of major records in the third Test.