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Two changes as expected, Bairstow did nothing in 6 innings so swapping with Robison is expected and Basir look more in control while bowling while Rehan ahmed is throwing all over the pitch.
India doesn't need to announce the playing XI before the toss and if Eng do then it's their choice.
Ollie Robinson is replacing Mark Wood and Bashir comes in for Rehan. Redhead Johnny is in the playing XI.Two changes as expected, Bairstow did nothing in 6 innings so swapping with Robison is expected and Basir look more in control while bowling while Rehan ahmed is throwing all over the pitch.
India doesn't need to announce the playing XI before the toss and if Eng do then it's their choice.
Surprisingly Jimmy playing back to back tests, makes sense because for them series is on the line and they'd like to see 2-2 after 4th test match.
Why would that be a surprise for Anderson to play another match?
In contrast, Bumrah is 30 yo and bowled almost 81 overs in the last 3 tests and taking a break.