Cricket fans held their breath as both England's captain Ben Stokes and India's star wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant picked up injuries on a dramatic opening day at Lord's. Stokes battled through groin pain while fielding, and Pant took a nasty knock to his finger trying to stop a fierce delivery. Despite these scares, England finished strong at 251/4, with Joe Root looking unstoppable as he closed in on another century.

Editor’s Note: Injuries to key players always shake up a Test match, especially when they're big names like Stokes and Pant. While England's scoreboard looks healthy, fitness concerns could ripple through team strategies—Stokes' all-rounder role is crucial, and Pant's explosive batting often changes games. This isn't just about Day 1; it’s about how both sides adapt if these niggles linger.