It's high-voltage Test series between England and India on the horizon, cricket fans around the world are abuzz with excitement and speculation about how the two giants of cricket will go head-to-head in this epic competition. Both teams have great reputations, are competitive, and have loyal fans, making this series one of the most anticipated events on the cricket calendar.
Adding to the plot are the words surrounding the two sides. India, known for their dominance in the longest format of the game, recently faced a major setback in the game Border-Gavaskar Trophy Down Under, lost to Australia by a margin of 3-1. The series defeat has raised questions about the team's status, especially abroad, and has fueled discussions about their preparations to beat England at home.
Among these, former England captains Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussein They will share their professional opinions, and provide valuable feedback on possible outcomes for the series. Their analysis sheds light on the strengths, challenges, and players who could make this list, and set the course for the match between two of the world's leading cricket teams.
Michael Atherton chooses what he likes
Atherton expressed his confidence in England's ability to win the series, citing their strong form and familiarity. His confidence rests on England's recent resurgence in Test cricket under the leadership of Ben Stokes is a great teacher Brendon McCullum. The aggressive style of “Bazball”, which emphasizes attacking cricket, has done wonders for England, making them a major force, especially at home.
“I think England are favorites to beat India at home,” said Atherton on the Sky Sports Podcast.
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Nasser Hussain gives his opinion
Hussain offered more insight, acknowledging England's advantage at home and highlighting India's ability to challenge them. He said that India's recent struggles, including their disappointing series against New Zealand and Australia, have exposed weaknesses in their squad. The team seems to be in transition, with senior players on the verge of retirement and younger players still finding their way.
“I think England at home against India India is coming when some of their batsmen will be thinking about retirement it will be interesting to see who comes on the tour they will be the strong side they have been. few months with the New Zealand series at home and then the Australian series but they have the top players of crickets that will pass,” said Hussein.
However, Hussain did not underestimate India's strength, especially their batting. He chose Mohammed Shamiwho was absent during the Australian series, as a key player if he is fit and available for the England tour. He also highlighted that the peace attack in India, which took place Jasprit BumrahShami, and Mohammed Sirajcould be a major threat to England's batsmen in the changing conditions, making the contest far from one-sided.
“I thought they were missing Shami (Mohammed Shami) in Australia. Shami with that culture and that ball. Shami from England if they can support Bumrah (Jasprit Bumrah) and Siraj (Mohammed Siraj) then they will still consider them, but I think back home in England they will like their chances , “ Hussein added.