Mumbai, July 1: After a disappointing show by India's lower order in the first Test at Headingley, the bowlers were put through an intense batting session during training to bolster the tail's resilience with the bat. Bumrah and Prasidh were spotted timing a few elegant shots, while Kuldeep Yadav displayed calmness and technique in defense. With the series still alive, every run from the lower order could make a crucial difference.  IND vs ENG 2025: India’s Assistant Coach Ryan ten Doeschate Drops Hints on India’s Probable XI for Second Test Against England.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) shared a video on their official X handle, capturing the determined grind of the bowlers. The video featured Akash Deep, Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, and Prasidh Krishna all sweating it out in the nets, not with the ball, but with the bat. Akash Deep, who looked composed while defending and striking the ball cleanly, stressed the importance of the tail's role.

India Cricket Team Practice Session

"Look, the position where we bat is very important. Either you are batting with a batter, or there is nothing left in the match, or you are trapped in the match. I always put myself under the pressure of making 20, 30, 35, 40 runs," he added, revealing his mindset," he said.

Mohammed Siraj, who also seemed confident during his time at the crease, echoed a similar sentiment.

"My aim is to contribute as much as I can for my team, to make as many runs as I can," said Siraj, who was seen solidly blocking deliveries in the nets.

Prasidh Krishna underlined the importance of communication and clarity when tailenders are batting, especially alongside specialist batters. IND vs ENG 2nd Test 2025: England Pacer Chris Woakes Expects Another Good Batting Surface at Edgbaston Against India.

"We need to make sure we know our roles when there is a batsman batting, or when we are batting with each other. We need to make sure we tell each other the right things, give yourself the cue, and make sure the session is fun and doesn't get too boring,"  Prasidh said reflecting on the need to enjoy and learn from these training sessions.

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