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On the eve of the Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy opener in Leeds, England captain Ben Stokes dismissed the notion that India would be weaker without Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and R Ashwin. Stokes said India's 'ginormous' talent pool ensures their replacements will be just as challenging. He acknowledged Jasprit Bumrah's threat but emphasised England's focus remains on the entire team. With Shubman Gill leading a new-look India, the five-Test series promises a compelling contest.
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