As England prepares to face India within the upcoming five-match Take a look at sequence beginning January 25, former Indian cricketer Pragyan Ojha has weighed in on the challenges the English crew would possibly face. Ojha believes that England will follow their aggressive Bazball method, which has been profitable below the management of Ben Stokes and head coach Brendon McCullum. Nevertheless, he additionally emphasised the necessity for England to have a backup plan, particularly contemplating the spin-friendly circumstances in India.
Talking about England’s Bazball technique, Ojha said, “I really feel England shall be very assured with the technique they’ve adopted. However they want a backup plan as a result of the circumstances gained’t be like what they have been in Pakistan.” He identified that the wickets in Pakistan have been extra favorable to batsmen, whereas in India, the circumstances would closely favor spinners. Ojha believes that England’s skill to adapt to those circumstances shall be essential to their success within the sequence.
“Bazball entails enjoying fearless cricket, and England tries to achieve a psychological edge utilizing this technique. Executing Bazball shall be troublesome in India as a result of it gained’t be simple to play the Indian spinners or for that matter Jasprit Bumrah and the opposite tempo bowlers,” Ojha added, highlighting the challenges England would possibly face in opposition to India’s formidable bowling assault.
Whereas England has opted for a preparatory camp within the UAE to arrange for the sequence, Ojha famous that some former cricketers have suggested them to apply in India for higher acclimatization. Regardless of the criticism, England is ready to reach in India on January 22 and might need restricted apply classes earlier than the sequence opener in Hyderabad.
Ojha’s insights make clear the tactical concerns England might want to make as they put together to face India in what guarantees to be an thrilling Take a look at sequence.
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