Overview

• The five-match series is tied 1-1 after contrasting victories in the first two Tests.
• England have formally requested extra pace, bounce and sideways movement in the Lord’s pitch to support their bowlers.
• Brendon McCullum says Jofra Archer is fit and available for selection in what would be his first Test in over four years.
• India confirm the return of Jasprit Bumrah to their pace attack after resting him for the second Test at Edgbaston.
• England choose to retain spinner Shoaib Bashir over all-rounder Jacob Bethell despite debate over their spin options.