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India Weigh Bumrah Call as They Finalise Spin-Heavy XI for Edgbaston

Selection hinges on a final decision over Jasprit Bumrah’s availability; two frontline spinners are confirmed, with Nitish Kumar Reddy replacing Shardul Thakur.

The decision to have Jasprit Bumrah play just three Tests against England was taken during the Champions Trophy.
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Leeds [England], Jun 24 (ANI): India's Ravindra Jadeja and teammates celebrate the wicket of England's Ben Stokes during day 5 of the 1st test match, at Headingley Cricket Ground in Leeds on Tuesday. (@BCCI X/ANI Photo) (@BCCI X)

Overview

  • Bumrah’s participation in the second Test will be decided at the last possible moment under a pre-planned policy limiting him to three matches in the series.
  • Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate signalled that two frontline spinners will be part of the XI to exploit Edgbaston’s helpful conditions after Day 3.
  • Shardul Thakur looks set to make way for Nitish Kumar Reddy, whose seam and batting skills offer greater balance to the side.
  • Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna are expected to retain their roles as lead pacers following their performances at Headingley.
  • Arshdeep Singh and Akash Deep remain in contention for the final seamer slot, providing India with contrasting swing options.