IND vs ENG: Cheteshwar Pujara Assigned Key Role On Day 3 Of Lord's Test

Cheteshwar Pujara will ring the bell for five minutes ahead of Day 3's action, becoming one of the few Indian cricketers to receive this prestigious honor.

Cheteshwar Pujara, who held the crucial No. 3 position in India’s Test lineup for years, has had a remarkable international career.

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The third Test match between India and England at Lord's has reached an exciting phase. As India resumes their first innings on Day 3, a special moment awaits former Team India batter Cheteshwar Pujara.

Before play begins on this historic day, Pujara will be honored with the opportunity to ring the iconic Lord’s bell, a tradition held in high regard in the cricketing world. He will ring the bell for five minutes ahead of the action, becoming one of the few Indian cricketers to receive this prestigious honor.

Earlier in the same Test, cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, famously known as the "God of Cricket," was given this recognition on the opening day, adding even more prestige to the occasion.

SACHIN TENDULKAR RINGING THE ICONIC BELL AT LORD's.

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Transition from Player to Commentator

Cheteshwar Pujara, who held the crucial No. 3 position in India’s Test lineup for years, has had a remarkable international career.

Representing India in 103 Test matches, he has amassed over 7,000 runs, including 19 centuries and 35 half-centuries. Known for his grit and patience at the crease, Pujara was a key pillar in India's Test batting unit.

Post-retirement, Pujara has smoothly transitioned into cricket commentary and continues to contribute to the sport with his insights and experience. Notably, in 2021, Deepti Sharma became the first Indian woman cricketer to ring the Lord’s bell, marking another proud moment in Indian cricket history.

Why is Bell Rung at Lord’s Test Matches?

The ringing of the bell at Lord’s Cricket Ground is one of the most cherished traditions in the sport, steeped in heritage and symbolism. For cricket fans and players alike, Lord’s is more than just a stadium — it is the "Home of Cricket", and the bell ceremony is one of its most iconic rituals.

Installed outside the Honours Board balcony of the Lord’s Pavilion, the five-minute bell is rung to signal the imminent start of a day’s play in a Test match. The tradition was formally introduced by the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) in 2007, although the bell itself had existed at the venue long before that for more functional use.

The idea behind the bell-ringing ceremony was to celebrate the rich history of the game by involving legendary cricketers and notable figures.