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Kuldeep Yadav All but Earns Gautam Gambhir's Trust to Play 2nd Test After Revealing Pietersen's ...

  • Spinner Kuldeep Yadav revealed to The Indian Express that Kevin Pietersen mentored him during IPL with Delhi Capitals, sharing key insights on pitches, fielding, and tactics for England.
  • Following Headingley's Test, India’s team stuck with Jadeja and four pacers, but struggles for wickets in dry conditions have sparked speculation that Kuldeep Yadav may join the XI for Birmingham’s second Test.
  • Kevin Pietersen advised Yadav to adopt an attacking mindset, emphasizing wicket-taking over support, as he shared insights during IPL to prepare him for English conditions.
  • Speculation grows that India will include Kuldeep Yadav alongside Jadeja at Edgbaston, boosting their wicket-taking potential in the second Test.
  • Edgbaston has historically aided spinners, with Kuldeep claiming 21 wickets in six Tests against England, highlighting the need for two spinners to succeed on batting-friendly surfaces.
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The second Test match between India and England is going to start from Wednesday, July 2 at Edgbaston, Birmingham. Before this match, many cricket experts have recommended the inclusion of Kuldeep Yadav in the playing XI. In the first Test, India had decided to field with three fast bowlers, one spin all-rounder and one seam all-rounder.

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News18 India broke the news in India on Monday, June 30, 2025.
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