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Jasprit Bumrah's return to training has boosted India's bowling preparations for the Edgbaston Test after their Headingley defeat. Bumrah, Prasidh Krishna, and Mohammed Siraj bowled in the nets, injecting intensity into the team's practice. While Bumrah's inclusion remains uncertain due to workload management, his presence offers hope as Team India aims to level the series.

Dinesh Karthik revealed a conversation with Virat Kohli where Kohli stated that Test captaincy brought out his best batting. Karthik drew a parallel with Shubman Gill, who expressed a similar sentiment about prioritizing the team's needs over individual performance after becoming captain. Karthik believes Gill's captaincy mindset, combined with his skill and technique, positions him for success.

England captain Ben Stokes attributed their 337-run defeat against India in the second Test to the Edgbaston pitch, describing it as more akin to subcontinent conditions. Stokes highlighted missed opportunities, particularly failing to capitalize after having India at 200-5.

India faced a defeat against England in the first Test at Headingley. Kiran More emphasized the importance of fielding. He noted dropped catches proved costly. England chased down 371 runs. Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant, and Yashasvi Jaiswal scored centuries in the first innings. More believes the team is in transition. He asks for time and support for the new players.