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Mark Butcher urges India to prioritise winning the Edgbaston Test over managing Jasprit Bumrah’s workload, emphasising the importance of leveling the series after England’s Headingley victory. Despite Bumrah’s desire to play at Lord’s, Butcher believes his presence is crucial at Edgbaston. Captain Gill confirms Bumrah’s availability, with a decision pending pitch assessment.

England opted to bowl first after winning the toss in the second Test at Edgbaston, capitalizing on overcast conditions. India rested Jasprit Bumrah to manage his workload, bringing in Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, and Akash Deep. England retained their winning combination, aiming to build on their previous victory, while India sought to level the…

Ajinkya Rahane has advised Shubman Gill to be more proactive as a captain, especially when defending a total, emphasizing the importance of seeking wickets and setting strategic fields. Rahane also highlighted the need for Mohammed Siraj and Ravindra Jadeja to step up if Jasprit Bumrah is absent.

India’s scheduled white-ball tour of Bangladesh in August faces a potential postponement due to pending government clearance amidst diplomatic tensions. While cancellation is not an option as the series is part of the ICC’s Future Tours Programme, both cricket boards are expected to discuss rescheduling to find mutually convenient dates. The series includes three ODIs…

Ahead of the crucial second Test against England, Team India grapples with team composition uncertainties. Coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Shubman Gill engaged in intense discussions, focusing on the bowling attack. Jasprit Bumrah’s likely absence and the choice between Washington Sundar and Kuldeep Yadav add to the dilemma.

Former Pakistan cricketer Kamran Akmal has strongly criticized the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for appointing Azhar Mahmood as the interim Test team coach. Akmal questioned the logic behind this decision, drawing parallels to Mickey Arthur’s controversial role.

India are likely to include all-rounders Nitish Kumar Reddy and Washington Sundar in the Edgbaston Test, potentially at the expense of a specialist batter. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate hinted at Reddy’s inclusion, while captain Shubman Gill emphasized the need for batting depth and the inclusion of two spinners given the dry conditions in Birmingham.