On a Birmingham featherbed that suits their style, England were outplayed comfortably by Shubman Gill's India. Ahead of the third Test in London, there is speculation that England might resort to a more lively pitch.

"When two fast bowlers are in such good form... Bumrah was not playing in this match, but I think there is so much talent in India," said Gill.

Shubman Gill, who recently became the first Indian captain to win a Test match at Edgbaston, has confirmed that pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah will return to India's playing XI for the third Test against England at Lord’s,