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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.

Varun Aaron has criticized Ravindra Jadeja's performance in the first Test against England, highlighting his inability to exploit the rough patches on the fifth-day pitch. Aaron noted Jadeja's inconsistent bowling length and speed, which allowed England's batters, particularly Ben Duckett, to disrupt his rhythm. He emphasized that Jadeja's experience should have enabled him to secure a historic victory for India.

India's Harshit Rana has been released from the Test squad before the second match against England. This decision follows after India's loss at Headingley, despite their impressive 835 runs and five centuries. England's remarkable chase of 371, led by Ben Duckett's 149, secured a five-wicket victory. India aims to level the series in the upcoming Edgbaston Test on July 2.