Following India's resounding 336-run victory over England at Edgbaston, which leveled the five-match series 1-1, captain Shubman Gill addressed the inevitable question: Will Jasprit Bumrah return for the crucial third Test at Lord's?. Gill's response was a definitive yes, confirming Bumrah's availability for the Lord's Test starting on July 10th. This announcement comes after a stunning performance from the Indian pace attack, particularly Akash Deep and Mohammed Siraj, who took 17 wickets between them in Bumrah's absence.

The Edgbaston Test witnessed India's first-ever Test win at the venue, breaking a 58-year jinx. India's victory was set up by Gill's record-breaking performance with the bat, scoring 269 and 161 in the two innings. However, the spotlight was equally shared by the bowlers, especially Akash Deep, who replaced Bumrah in the playing XI.

Akash Deep delivered a match-winning performance, claiming his maiden 10-wicket haul in Test cricket. His figures of 6/99 in the second innings guided India to a historic win. Akash Deep became the second Indian bowler to claim a 10-wicket haul in a Test match on English soil, following Chetan Sharma's feat in 1986. Moreover, he recorded the best bowling figures for an Indian bowler in England, surpassing Chetan Sharma's 10/188 in Birmingham.

Mohammed Siraj also played a crucial role, taking six wickets in the first innings. Gill praised Siraj and Akash Deep, acknowledging their combined effort made his captaincy easier. He emphasized that the team possesses enough talent to take 20 wickets in any condition, even without Bumrah. Gill lauded Akash Deep for his ability to move the ball both ways, which he described as "magnificent".

Akash Deep dedicated his performance to his sister, who is battling cancer. He revealed that he hadn't told anyone about his sister's condition and wanted to bring her joy through his performance.

Despite the stellar performance of Akash Deep and Siraj, the return of Jasprit Bumrah for the Lord's Test is a significant boost for India. Bumrah, rested for the Edgbaston Test, will lead the attack at Lord's, a venue steeped in cricketing history. Gill expressed his excitement about Bumrah's return and the opportunity to captain India at Lord's. He acknowledged the iconic status of Lord's and the honor of leading the team at such a prestigious venue.

The series is now poised at 1-1, with the third Test at Lord's set to be a thrilling encounter. India's victory at Edgbaston has instilled confidence, and the return of Bumrah will further strengthen their bowling attack. However, England will be determined to bounce back and regain the lead in the series. With both teams evenly matched, the Lord's Test promises to be a captivating battle.