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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.

Sunil Gavaskar has voiced his concern over the proliferation of fake quotes attributed to him on sports websites and social media. He urged fans to verify information and not blindly believe everything they read online, especially from unverified sources. Gavaskar, currently commentating on the India-England Test series, highlighted the issue after fabricated remarks circulated following India's loss at Headingley.

Rishabh Pant's spectacular twin centuries at Headingley, though insufficient to secure an Indian victory, have garnered widespread acclaim, with Michael Vaughan highlighting his "game-changer" status and deep cricketing intelligence. Despite Pant's heroics, India's fragile lower order and inconsistent bowling led to a five-wicket defeat for India.

Rishabh Pant stands on the verge of joining cricket legends like Don Bradman and Rahul Dravid. As Team India prepares for the Edgbaston Test, Pant aims to achieve a rare feat: scoring centuries in three consecutive Tests in England. His previous Edgbaston innings of 146 in 2022 showcased his brilliance.

Rohit Sharma recalls the electrifying atmosphere surrounding India-Pakistan matches, describing it as a festival-like experience. He lauded Rishabh Pant's crucial innings and the exceptional bowling performance of Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh in the T20 World Cup clash. Sharma emphasized the strategic use of Bumrah and Arshdeep to defend a low total on a challenging pitch.

The Indian cricket team travelled to Birmingham from Leeds on June 25 for their next Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy match. KL Rahul's personal mattress highlighted players' preference for comfortable sleep. Head coach Gautam Gambhir and batting coach Sitanshu Kotak were seen exploring the city. Coffee runs and senior players mentoring youngsters marked their downtime, with training possibly resuming on Friday.

Rishabh Pant has achieved a career-best seventh position in the ICC Test rankings after his remarkable centuries in the first Test against England. He equalled Andy Flower's record as the only wicketkeepers to score two centuries in a single Test. Pant's success is inspiring, especially after his near-fatal car accident in 2022.