Shardul Thakur touches Jasprit Bumrah’s feet ahead of Lord’s Test, says ‘inke pair padne padte hai’ – WATCH | Cricket News

Jasprit Bumrah and Shardul Thakur (BCCI Photo)

NEW DELHI: Indian tempo ace Jasprit Bumrah is again in motion ahead of the third Test at Lord’s. He was seen bowling with full depth within the nets and likewise shared a lightweight-hearted second with bowling all-rounder Shardul Thakur. Known affectionately as “Lord Thakur” by followers and teammates for his knack for delivering with each bat and ball, Shardul joined Bumrah for a enjoyable trade throughout apply. The a lot-anticipated third Test is scheduled to start on Thursday on the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground.India have had success at Lord’s lately, profitable two of their final three Tests on the venue — in 2014 underneath MS Dhoni and once more in 2021 underneath Virat Kohli’s captaincy.With the 5-match collection stage at 1-1 after India’s commanding 336-run victory at Edgbaston, Bumrah’s return—after being rested on account of workload administration—is anticipated to raise the crew’s morale even increased.In a video shared by the BCCI on their official X deal with, Bumrah was seen bowling at full tilt throughout the nets session. In between the extraordinary apply, he took a second to joke about Shardul’s in style nickname.“Yeah dekho, Lord’s, Lord (pointing at Shardul),” mentioned Bumrah, as Shardul responded in jest by bowing to the touch his feet.“Tab hi Jasprit Bumrah ke pair padne padte hai,” Thakur mentioned.“Ye inka (Thakur) badappan hai (This is his generosity). Mai inke sath khada hua, wahi mai jeet gaya (I am standing near him, I have won here itself),” Bumrah added with amusing, persevering with the “Lord Thakur” banter.WATCH: After India’s Edgbaston triumph, captain Shubman Gill confirmed that Bumrah could be returning for the Lord’s Test — his second match of the collection.

In the primary Test, Bumrah shouldered a big workload. With little help from an inexperienced tempo unit, he bowled practically 44 overs, selecting up a 5-wicket haul within the first innings, together with the essential scalp of Joe Root. Although he went wicketless within the second innings whereas defending 371, Bumrah remained relentless all through.