Mohammed Siraj's six-wicket haul and Akash Deep's four wickets helped India bowl out England for 407, securing a 180-run first-innings lead. Harry Brook and Jamie Smith's strong partnership was broken by the Indian bowlers. At stumps, India were 64 for 1, extending their lead to 244, with Akash Deep crediting Gautam Gambhir and Morne Morkel for boosting his confidence.
India fought back on Day 3 of the second Test against England at Edgbaston, capitalizing on the second new ball to dismantle England's momentum after a formidable 303-run partnership between Jamie Smith and Harry Brook. Akash Deep's crucial breakthrough triggered a collapse, leading to England losing their last five wickets cheaply.
During the second Test at Edgbaston, Jasprit Bumrah was spotted in the Indian dugout wearing a radio earwig, drawing attention from commentator Ravi Shastri. India, after scoring 587, watched as England's Harry Brook and Jamie Smith formed a strong partnership. Mohammed Siraj's impressive 6/70 helped India bowl England out for 407, securing a significant first-innings lead.
England's assistant coach, Jeetan Patel, lauded Shubman Gill's masterful 269, acknowledging India's imposing 587 total in the second Test. Patel admitted the toll of bowling 150 overs, citing 'tight minds and tight bodies' within the English team.
West Indies' Kraigg Brathwaite has marked a unique milestone, playing 100 Test matches without any T20 appearances. A red-ball specialist, Brathwaite has scored 5,943 runs, including 12 centuries. He's the only Test opener unbeaten in both innings of a match, achieving this against Pakistan in 2016.
Shubman Gill's masterful, unbeaten 114 led India to 310-5 on the opening day of the second Test against England. Yashasvi Jaiswal contributed a fluent 87. Gill and Ravindra Jadeja's unbroken 99-run partnership steadied the innings after quick wickets threatened India's progress. England's Chris Woakes acknowledged Gill's impressive performance, while Ben Stokes' decision to bowl first aimed to exploit early conditions.
Mohammed Ahmed Meman, affectionately known as Babu, a former Zimbabwe off-spinner and team manager, has passed away at the age of 73 in Leicester after battling an illness. He represented Zimbabwe in one ODI during the 1987 World Cup and significantly contributed to Shropshire in Minor Counties cricket.
India's team selection for the Edgbaston Test has sparked criticism, most notably resting Jasprit Bumrah despite trailing in the series. Dale Steyn sarcastically questioned the decision, comparing it to benching Cristiano Ronaldo. The absence of the top-ranked bowler, along with other selection choices, has raised concerns about India's chances of leveling the series.
The Asia Cup 2025 is tentatively scheduled to commence on September 5, culminating in the final on September 21. According to the initial schedule, India is poised to face off against Pakistan on September 7. With participating nations nearing government clearances, the tournament is likely to be held in the UAE.
India face England in the second Test at Edgbaston. Mohammad Kaif questions Kuldeep Yadav's continued exclusion. Team management is under pressure after the Leeds loss. They must decide between Sundar and Yadav for spin options. Bumrah may sit out due to workload. Thakur might be replaced by Reddy. Akash Deep could partner with Siraj.
On the eve of the second Test at Edgbaston, India Test captain Shubman Gill hinted at a tactical shift, prioritising containment through a second spinner while hunting for balance between batting depth and desire to pick 20 wickets. With Jasprit Bumrah’s participation uncertain, the Kuldeep Yadav vs Washington Sundar debate reflects India’s challenge of balancing wicket-taking intent with run control. The team’s final selection may reveal the mindset of Gill-Gambhir's leadership duo.