India and England face off in the third Test at Lord’s with the series tied 1-1. Rishabh Pant says India’s focus is on taking 20 wickets; Bumrah’s return strengthens the attack.
Bureau Report | July 10 ,2025: The much-anticipated third Test match of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy kicks off today at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground in London — the very heart of the cricketing world. With the five-match series currently tied at 1-1, both India and England will be eager to take the lead and gain momentum in this crucial encounter.
England had drawn first blood by winning the opening Test in Leeds by five wickets. But India bounced back emphatically in the second Test at Edgbaston, registering a massive 336-run victory. Now, all eyes are on Lord’s, where history often meets high-stakes cricket.
Ahead of the match, India’s vice-captain Rishabh Pant addressed the media and shared insights into the team’s mindset. When asked about the playing XI, Pant was diplomatic yet confident: “We’ll play according to the situation. What England does with their strategy doesn’t concern us. We’re focused on our own strengths and adapting as needed.”
Pant emphasized that India’s primary target remains clear — taking 20 wickets, regardless of the pitch conditions. “We knew England would offer good batting tracks, that’s their style. But we’ve prepared with the intent to take all 20 wickets, no matter how flat the surface is,” he said.
With senior players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli absent, Pant acknowledged the team’s resilience in their absence. He also confirmed the likely return of star pacer Jasprit Bumrah, who was rested in the second Test.
“Bumrah brings not just pace but surgical accuracy. In English conditions, keeping to him is sometimes tougher than batting against him,” Pant quipped. “He’s definitely our X-factor.”
With Bumrah’s return bolstering the bowling attack, Team India heads into this match with renewed energy and confidence, ready to take on the challenge at the home of cricket.
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