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Mohammad Kaif has criticised Mohammed Siraj's bowling performance in the first Test against England, where India suffered a five-wicket defeat. Kaif emphasized the need for Siraj to bowl with his mind and focus on line and length to take wickets. He also highlighted how England strategically attacked the other bowlers, while playing defensively against Bumrah, ultimately leading to their victory.

Prithvi Shaw, once a celebrated cricket prodigy, faced setbacks after early success. He lost focus and was dropped from teams. Sachin Tendulkar's support motivated Shaw to turn things around. Now, at 25, Shaw joined Maharashtra cricket to rebuild his career. He acknowledges his past mistakes and is working hard. Shaw aims for redemption with Sachin's backing.

Jofra Archer may return for the second Test against India at Edgbaston. Stuart Broad and Jos Buttler support Archer's inclusion. Archer played for Sussex, showing encouraging signs. Ben Stokes' bowling fitness could manage Archer's workload. Broad wants Archer to start. England lead 1-0 after a win in Leeds. Archer's pace could challenge the Indian batting line-up in Birmingham.

KL Rahul prioritised national duty, choosing to prepare for the England Test series soon after becoming a father. He aimed to lead the team in the absence of senior players. Rahul's commitment was evident as he played an unofficial Test, scoring a century. He opened alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal and scored another century in the first Test.

Indian T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav recently underwent surgery in Munich, Germany, for a sports hernia. Yadav, who last represented India in a T20I series against England in February, shared news of his successful surgery on social media. He expressed optimism about his recovery and eagerness to return to cricket.