“Nightmare for England!” – Bumrah Delivers Fearsome Net Session Ahead of Lord’s Test

India’s pace ace Jasprit Bumrah sent shockwaves through Lord’s nets ahead of the third Test against England, delivering a threatening 45-minute fast-bowling session that ramped up in intensity toward the end. Rested for the Birmingham Test to manage his workload, Bumrah looks to return with full force in the pivotal match starting July 10, as coach Gautam Gambhir confirmed he’d be part of the planned Test rotation.

During his workout, Bumrah also practiced batting against left-arm spin, honing his technique against throwdowns—a sign of his all-round approach to preparation. Supported by fellow pacer Arshdeep Singh, he seemed determined to bring fearsome speed and precision back to the crease.

Bumrah is expected to reclaim his place at Lord’s, likely taking a spot over Prasidh Krishna, who impressed earlier but hasn’t matched Bumrah’s consistent impact. India’s seaming unit will be bolstered by Mohammed Siraj and rising talent Akash Deep, who claimed match-winning figures at Edgbaston.

The Lord’s pitch, described as lively and green, is tailor-made for a bowler of Bumrah’s calibre—his pace and accuracy could make him the key threat in a series currently tied 1–1.