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Bumrah's fiery spell of 5 wickets ripped through England's batting at Lord's, crediting his improved understanding of the slope. His dismissals of Stokes and Root proved pivotal as India restricted England to 387. The pacer emotionally reflected on etching his name on the Honours Board, a memory he'll cherish for life. Meanwhile, KL Rahul's composed half-century kept India steady in their chase at stumps on Day 2.

Key Points: Bumrah Credits England Tour Learnings for Lord's Fifer Against Root

  • Bumrah's 5-74 dismantled England including key wickets of Stokes and Root
  • Pacer adapted to Lord's slope after 2021 tour struggles
  • KL Rahul's 53* steadied India's reply at 145/3
  • Bumrah eyes sharing Honours Board feat with future son
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Bumrah credits learnings from last England tour for fifer at Lord's

Jasprit Bumrah reveals how past England tour lessons fueled his 5-wicket haul at Lord's, dismissing Stokes and Root in a dominant spell.

"I thought about the slope on the last tour, it did not help. My lesson was to ignore it and I got the benefit – Jasprit Bumrah"

London, July 12

India pacer Jasprit Bumrah said that learnings from the last England tour helped him to make the best use of conditions that resulted in a five-wicket haul in the third Test against England at Lord's.

Bumrah was at his absolute best on the second day of play and gave India big relief with the wickets of Ben Stokes (44), Joe Root (104) and Chris Woakes (0) in the first session. The Indian pace spearhead also got scalps of Brydon Carse, who scored a vital half-century for the home side, and Jofra Archer to get his name etched in Lord's Honours Board.“I thought about the slope on the last tour, it did not help. My lesson from that was not keep that in mind and I got the benefit of that. In these hot conditions, it is all about maximizing the new ball. It was not like that in the previous tour, that has been the major difference,” Bumrah said.

The pacer expressed his elation on getting his name on the coveted Honours Board at Lord's, a memory which he would like to share with his son when he grows up.

“Reality is I was tired. I can’t jump around like a 21-year-old. I was happy that I contributed. The name on the Honours board feels good. It is something I can tell my son about when he is grown up,” the pacer said.

Bumrah's 5-74 reduced England to 387. In response, opener KL Rahul's unbeaten 53 steered India to 145/3 in 43 overs at stumps. Rishabh Pant, who is not out on 19, and Rahul have so far added 38 runs for the fourth-wicket partnership after quick dismissal of Karun Nair (40) and captain Shubman Gill (16).

- IANS

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Sarah B
As a cricket fan living in London, it was amazing to watch Bumrah's mastery at Lord's. His control over the new ball was exceptional. Though I support England, you have to appreciate world-class talent when you see it!
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Ananya R
Bumrah's dedication is inspiring! Remembering his struggles last tour and now seeing him dominate at the same venue shows his work ethic. But our batting needs to support him better - 145/3 isn't enough after such a bowling performance.
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Vikram M
The way he dismissed Root was pure class! Bumrah has come a long way from being just a T20 specialist. Now he's our Test match winner too. Proud moment for Indian cricket fans everywhere! #BoomBoomBumrah
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Karan T
While Bumrah was brilliant, I'm worried about our over-reliance on him. Other bowlers need to step up too. Also, why does our batting always collapse in England? Need to work on playing the moving ball better.
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Priya S
So emotional hearing Bumrah talk about wanting to tell his son about this achievement someday 🥺 Our pace attack has truly evolved, and he's leading from the front. Hope we can win this Test match now!

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