As India gears up for the pivotal 3rd Test against England at Lord’s, the buzz around the team camp is electric. After a record-breaking win at Edgbaston, Gautam Gambhir held a fiery team huddle at the iconic venue—amid the sight of a green-top pitch that hints at seamers calling the shots.
India conducted an optional training session on Tuesday, with Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant, and several other key players opting to rest after their journey from Birmingham the previous day. But those in attendance witnessed a clear shift in strategy.
Lord’s Pitch Sparks Pace Strategy
A Times of India report confirmed the lush green look of the Lord’s pitch, suggesting heavy assistance for seam bowlers.
“Pitch is very green… Can expect help for bowlers. Mindset will be key for batters,” said India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak, addressing the media.
Gambhir, known for his no-nonsense approach, was seen in intense discussions with his coaching staff, laying out India’s plan to unleash a fiery pace trio.
Bumrah Sounds the War Drums
Jasprit Bumrah, rested for the Edgbaston Test, made a statement in the nets with a full-throttle 45-minute spell, followed by a one-on-one with Gambhir. According to RevSportz, his rhythm looked ominous, and his return could spell serious trouble for England’s batting lineup.
- Bumrah in England: 42 wickets at 26.47, including 3 five-fors
- Bumrah + Siraj + Akash Deep on a green pitch? Could be lethal
With Bumrah rejoining Siraj and Akash Deep, who shared 16 wickets at Edgbaston, England’s batters may face a nightmare at the crease.
Team Updates
Players who skipped training on Tuesday (optional session):
- Shubman Gill
- Rishabh Pant
- KL Rahul
- Akash Deep
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Mohammed Siraj
- Washington Sundar
Despite the absences, team management appears confident, banking on player recovery and strategy fine-tuning before the Lord’s Test begins Thursday, July 10.
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