IND vs ENG: How Pacers Have Fared So Far - Report Card

India’s fast bowling unit features the fiery trio of Jasprit Bumrah, Akash Deep, and Mohammed Siraj.

As both teams walk out at Lord’s, the focus will remain firmly on the bowlers.

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The third match of the five-Test series between India and England kicks off today, July 10, at the historic Lord's Cricket Ground.

Known as the Mecca of cricket, Lord’s will witness a fierce showdown, and this time, it may not be a batsman who steals the show, but rather the bowlers. Both India and England have built pace attacks capable of taking control and swinging the match in their favor on any given day.

Bumrah-Archer & Siraj vs Akash: Who Will Prevail?

India’s fast bowling unit features the fiery trio of Jasprit Bumrah, Akash Deep, and Mohammad Siraj. Akash created waves at Edgbaston with his remarkable 10-wicket haul, while Siraj dismantled England's batting with 7 wickets in the same match.

Bumrah, the pace spearhead, will once again be expected to strike with precision and consistency.

England, on the other hand, have Jofra Archer, whose fearsome spell against Steve Smith in the 2019 Ashes on this very ground is still fresh in memory.

However, Archer, now over 30, is under scrutiny due to ongoing fitness concerns. England also have dependable pacers like Brydon Carse and Chris Woakes, who bring experience and control.

Pacers’ Report Card So Far in IND-ENG Test Series

Akash Deep – 10 wickets (1 match)

Mohammad Siraj – 9 wickets (2 matches)

Jasprit Bumrah – 6 wickets (2 matches)

Josh Tongue – 11 wickets (2 matches)

Brydon Carse – 6 wickets (2 matches)

Chris Woakes – 3 wickets (2 matches)

As both teams walk out at Lord’s, the focus will remain firmly on the bowlers. With match-winning potential in both camps, fans can expect a thrilling Test where the contest between bat and ball may tilt heavily in favor of the pacers.

England invites India to bowl first

At the time of filing this report, England, having elected to bat first, were struggling at 193 for 4 after 61 overs. Nitish Reddy has been impressive with two wickets, while Ravindra Jadeja and Jasprit Bumrah have chipped in with one wicket each.