India scored a total of 1014 runs at the loss of 16 wickets across the two innings, of which 430 were scored by the Indian skipper Shubman Gill alone. Hence, this can be the viable proof for England's bowling losing its shape, and hence, the management might look to make some changes before playing at Lord's.
This type of condition would definitely not favour batting and will be the perfect stage for English paceman Jofra Archer to make his much-awaited comeback into England's Test 11.
He has also pointed out that Ben Stokes' nonsensical decision to bowl on such a track cost the match more for England. The Indian batters put on a huge score in the first innings itself, which set the tone of the match in their favour.
"Something with a bit more pace, a bit more bounce, and maybe a little bit of sideways. It'll be a blockbuster either way, but I think it's going to set up for a cracker - especially if there's plenty of life in it [the pitch]," Brendon McCullum said
"We'll let the dust settle on this one, but Jofra is looking fit, he's looking strong, he's looking ready to go, and he'll come into calculations. It's hugely exciting."
England await Gus Atkinson's return at Lord's
But Atkinson, the main man for England in recent times in Tests at Lord's, missing out on the third test would cost England heavily. Though he is part of the 16-member squad announced for the third test alongside other backup pacers Jofra Archer, Sam Cook, and Jamie Overton, his recovery is taking way longer than expected.
England await Archer's return, but Jasprit Bumrah is sure to start for India at Lord's
England might be making a pitch that favours pace bowling since they are expecting a probable return for the dreaded pacer Jofra Archer; however, it should not escape anyone's mind that Jasprit Bumrah is likely to star for India in the Lord's Test again.
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