India and England are set to clash in the crucial third Test at Lord’s, with the series tied 1-1. India, led by Shubman Gill, carries momentum from their Edgbaston victory. Vice-captain Rishabh Pant emphasized the importance of maintaining this momentum despite the short turnaround.
Kuldeep Yadav’s continued exclusion from the England Test series sparks debate, with his childhood coach questioning the team management’s decision to prioritize batting depth over his proven wicket-taking ability, especially against England.
The 27-year-old Rishabh Pant, who recently made a buzz with his appearance at Wimbledon, also shared insights on India’s playing XI, how the team overcame the absence of premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah in the second Test, and the strong on-field communication between himself and captain Shubman Gill.
In the last 10 years, Indian tennis has had only three players make the singles main draw. That trend hasn’t been bucked this year. Instead of the players on the court, it is cricketers and celebrities in the stands that have enamoured the public. Once a regional powerhouse, India now lack singles players in the…
Shubman Gill’s incredible form, highlighted by twin centuries in the second Test, propelled India to a dominant victory over England, leveling the series 1-1. As Gill aims to continue his stellar run at Lord’s, England captain Ben Stokes acknowledges the challenge and reveals Jofra Archer’s return to the playing XI, hoping his presence will shift…
Jofra Archer is set to return to England’s Test team after a four-year absence, replacing Joshua Tongue for the Lord’s Test. Despite concerns about his fitness following a single first-class match, Archer’s inclusion is driven by his potential impact. Michael Vaughan cautions against expecting too much too soon from Archer, highlighting the need to manage…
Akash Deep dedicated India’s Edgbaston Test victory to his sister, who is battling cancer. Despite his family crisis, he claimed 10 wickets, the best by an Indian bowler in England. His U-19 coach, Saurasish Lahiri, revealed Akash’s silent struggles and commitment to his sister’s care, even during his India selection for the five-match series.
Ahead of the Lord’s Test, R Ashwin advised Shubman Gill and Gautam Gambhir to exhaust England’s bowlers by keeping them on the field for extended periods. Ashwin predicted a spicy pitch at Lord’s, favoring seam and swing.
Indian spinner R Ashwin has criticized Brendon McCullum’s ‘Bazball’ coaching approach, arguing its New Zealand-centric style is failing England. Ashwin highlights the differences between New Zealand and England pitches, emphasizing the importance of seam and swing in England.
Amidst discussions about Kuldeep Yadav’s absence, Kevin Pietersen advocates for his inclusion in India’s playing XI for the Lord’s Test, emphasizing the need for variation in the bowling attack. Pietersen, who mentored Yadav at Delhi Capitals, shared insights into their discussions about bowling tactics in England.
