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IND vs ENG: Ravichandran Ashwin does not see any major flaw in opener Yashasvi Jaiswal's technique after his early dismissal to Jofra Archer in the ongoing Test.

R Ashwin analysed Yashasvi Jaiswal's early dismissal on the Day 2 of Lord's Test.

Ashwin talked about Jaiswal's batting technique. 

Ashwin believes England have an edge in the format over India.

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jofra Archer

'Everyone has a blind spot': Ravichandran Ashwin defends Yashasvi Jaiswal's early dismissal to Jofra Archer at Lords'

IND vs ENG 3rd Test: A puzzling ball switch halted India’s momentum after Jasprit Bumrah’s fiery spell, drawing sharp criticism from Michael Vaughan as England recovered through vital contribution from lower order.

Vaughan criticises Siraj’s surprise ball-change call during Bumrah’s hot streak.

England tail capitalises before India wrap up with third ball of Day 2.

 Joe Root calls for balance and adaptability, proposes ball-change review system.

Mohammed Siraj

'Sometimes bowlers are a bit dumb... Team should've whacked Siraj on the head': Ex-ENG captain slams India’s ball change call on Day 2 of Lord’s Test

IND vs ENG 3rd Test: Joe Root wants a DRS like option to get the ball changed thrice in 80 overs. He defends Dukes ball manufracturer over ball's rapid wear and tear.

Indian team often asked the umpires to change the ball on Day 2 of Lord's Test.

Joe Root defended Dukes ball manufracturer amidst controversy.

Root scored his 11th Test century against India. 

Joe Root and Brydon Carse

'You can't just keep asking and wasting time and slowing the game down': Joe Root slams Shubman Gill's India for ball-change controversy

India captain Shubman Gill was seen fuming at the umpire during the third Test match of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025 at Lord's Stadium in London. 

The Dukes ball has become talk of the town in India vs England.

The Dukes Ball is getting soft early. 

 India captain Shubman Gill (c) and bowler Akash Deep have words with umpire Sharfuddoula Saikat over the condition of the ball during day two of the Third Test Match between England and India and Dukes ball in frame

India captain Shubman Gill (c) and bowler Akash Deep have words with umpire Sharfuddoula Saikat over the condition of the ball during day two of the Third Test Match between England and India and Dukes ball in frame

Dukes Ball Controversy Explained: Why Dukes Ball has suddenly become talk of the town in India vs England Test series? Know it all here

Former India cricketer Mohammed Kaif slammed skipper Shubman Gill and Mohammed Siraj for changing the ball during the third Test match of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025. 

Shubman Gill and Mohammed Siraj involved in a heated argument with umpire during Lord's Test.

Mohammad Kaif slams Shubman Gill and Mohammed Siraj for changing ball in Lord's Test. 

Shubman Gill, Akash Deep and Mohammed Siraj all of India talk with Umpire Sharfuddoula about an issue with the ball during Day One of the 3rd Rothesay Test Match between England and India at Lord's Cricket Ground

'Indians showing little patience...': Ex-India star blasts Shubman Gill-Mohammed Siraj for changing ball on Day 2 of Lord's Test

IND vs ENG: Ravi Shastri was taken aback after England captain Ben Stokes decided to bat first following their history of bowling first in home conditions.

Ravi Shastri was taken aback by Ben Stokes' decision at toss.

Shastri praised England for their decision to bat first.

Shastri talked about how Jofra Archer can struggle on his Test comeback.

Ben Stokes, Ravi Shastri

Ravi Shastri stumped by Ben Stokes' decision to bat first in Lord's Test, says 'Against the grain, England like to chase normally'

IND vs ENG: Ollie Pope defended England batters opting for a traditional Test cricket approach instead of their aggressive Bazball style.

Ollie Pope scored 44 runs from 104 balls. 

England scored runs at a little over 3 runs per over on Day 1 of Lord's Test.

Pope explained why England batters opted for a more traditional approach. 

Dhruv Jurel, Ollie Pope, Ravindra Jaeja

'This wasn't a surface where you could come out swinging': Ollie Pope explains why England batters abandoned Bazball approach in Lord's Test

IND vs ENG 3rd Test: Ben Stokes shared a crucial partnership with Joe Root on Day 1 of Lord's Test but a groin injury has left the hosts concerned.

Ben Stokes remained not out for 39 on Day 1 of Lord's Test.

Ollie Pope said that he will ensure Stokes does not push himself too hard.

Stokes struggled with his right groin towards the end of Day 1's play.

Ben Stokes

'Fingers crossed he can do something magic and come back strong': Vice-captain Ollie Pope concerned about Ben Stokes' injury

Ben Stokes-led England managed to score 251 runs on the first Day of the third Test match of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025 at iconic Lord's Stadium in London.

England opted to bat against India in third Test. 

England scored 251 runs against India on Day 1 of third Test. 

Ben Stokes (C) and Joe Root (L) of England talk with Umpire Sharfuddoula as the pitch becomes covered with flying ants and ladybirds during Day One of the 3rd Rothesay Test Match between England and India at Lord's Cricket Ground

Joe Root’s unbeaten 99 and Ollie Pope’s gritty 44 guide England to 251/4 on Day 1 of third Test against India at Lord’s

India vice-captain Rishabh Pant has scored 342 runs in two Test matches of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025 in England. 

Rishabh Pant scored 342 runs in two Tests against England. 

Rishabh Pant got an injury during third Test against England. 

 Wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant of India receives treatment to his hand during day one of the 3rd Rothesay Test Match between England and India at Lord's Cricket Ground on July 10, 2025 in London

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After getting rested for the five-T20I series against West Indies, Pat Cummins has decided to skip the white-ball series against South Africa to manage his workload for a busy summer.

Pat Cummins opts out of white-ball series against South Africa to focus on strength and rehab before the Ashes.

Cummins will enter a six-week training block with no bowling, focusing instead on gym work.

Cummins is looking at October’s T20Is against New Zealand and ODIs vs India for his return to white-ball cricket.

Pat Cummins

Pat Cummins chooses to skip white-ball series against South Africa, says 'body feels pretty good, but...'

Mohammed Siraj revealed that he got emotional when he learned about Diogo Jota's death in a car crash. He talked to Kuldeep Yadav about giving a tribute to Jota.

Mohammed Siraj dismissed half-centurions Jamie Smith and Brydon Carse on Day 2 of Lord's Test.

Siraj paid tribute to Liverpool and Portuguese forward Diogo Jota who died in a car accident.

Liverpool have retired jersey no.20 after talking to Diogo Jota's family. 

'Life ka kuch bharosa nahi hai': Mohammed Siraj opens up on his emotional tribute to Diogo Jota after taking a wicket at Lord's

Jasprit Bumrah opened up about the controvresial ball change that tookk place during the second day of the Lord's Test

Jasprit Bumrah gave his opinion on the Dukes ball controversy 

India trail England by 242 runs ahead of Day 3 of Lord's Test

Jasprit Bumrah in this frame

'Dont want to get my match fees deducted...': Jasprit Bumrah's blunt remark on Dukes ball controversy

Global Super League 2025: Imran Tahir's four-wicket haul helped Guyana Amazon Warriors register a big win and take the top spot on the points table.

Imran Tahir took 4 wickets for 23 runs against Central Districts.

Dwaine Pretorius contributed to Guyana Amazon Warriors' win with 3 wickets.

Guyana Amazon Warriors took the top spot on the points table. 

Imran Tahir

WATCH: 46-year-old Imran Tahir destroys New Zealand's Central Districts lineup with 4-wicket haul, leads Guyana Amazon Warriors to 66-run win

Former England cricketer Stuart Broad feels that the problem with the Dukes ball needs to be solved as it fails to last for a big number of overs

Sturat Broad was critical of the Dukes ball

Indfia finished Day 2 of Lord's Test on 145/3

India captain Shubman Gill (c) and bowler Akash Deep have words with umpire Sharfuddoula Saikat over the condition of the ball during day two of the Third Test Match between England and India at Lord's Cricket Ground

'The ball should last 80 overs, not 10...': England great's 'unacceptable' verdict on Dukes ball controversy in Lord's Test

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