In a refreshing break from intense preparations, Team India’s bowling coach Morne Morkel brought laughter and levity to the nets by engaging in a playful wrestling session with young pacers Arshdeep Singh and Akash Deep ahead of the second Test against England at Edgbaston.
🤼♂️ WWE Vibes at Indian Nets
During a training session in Birmingham, Morkel was seen jokingly grappling with Arshdeep before Akash Deep joined in, turning the moment into a three-way mock wrestling match. The light-hearted exchange, captured on video, quickly went viral on social media, with fans dubbing it “WWE meets Team India.”
“Bouncers, banter & belly laughs. Who said net sessions can’t be entertaining?” quipped a fan on X.
The camaraderie was a welcome sight as India look to bounce back from their five-wicket loss at Headingley, trailing 0–1 in the five-match Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series.
🏏 Selection Buzz: Debuts on the Horizon?
Both Arshdeep and Akash Deep were not part of the playing XI in the first Test, but their extended bowling spells in the nets suggest they could be in contention for the Edgbaston Test starting July 2. With Jasprit Bumrah’s workload under scrutiny and Prasidh Krishna’s expensive spells, the team management may consider a shake-up in the pace attack.
🧠 Morkel’s Impact Beyond Technique
Morkel, known for his towering presence and affable nature, has been instrumental in mentoring India’s young fast bowlers. His ability to balance intensity with humor has helped foster a relaxed yet focused environment in the dressing room.
Stay tuned for updates on India’s playing XI and match build-up.
