The England Cricket Team is set to face a daunting challenge against Team India in the IND vs ENG 1st Test. The Three Lions have never played Test previously in Hyderabad. Though deemed as underdogs, with their unique Bazball approach, England will be ready to go at the Indian Team.
England boasts a strong line-up of able batters, bowlers and all-rounders. However, defeating the Indians at home is a tough job. With Brooks unavailable and skipper Ben Stokes returning from an injury, there are quite a few tweaks that needs to be done by Brendon McCullum.
The opening pair for the Three Lions is set. Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett will open proceedings for the visitors. The right-left handed combination will work well for the side. While the duo have previously played Test cricket against India, Duckett on the other hand, has managed just 18 runs against India in 3 innings.
In the absence of Harry Brook, Ollie Pope is likely to take the spot at number 3. Pope is a dependable batter and will look to score big runs in India. At 4, comes their best batter, Joe Root. Apart from being the classic and traditional batter, Root is an excellent off spinner. In fact in Test cricket, Root has his only fifer against India.
Down the order, England has their explosive power-hitters. Jonny Bairstow and skipper Ben Stokes will slot in at 5 and 6 respectively. The duo with their destructive attacking style is the epitome of Bazball. At number 7 comes Ben Foakes who is a dependable anchor and the keeper in the team.
England is likely to go with 4 traditional bowlers. Jack Leach will lead the spin department alongside young Rehan Ahmed. On the other hand, it will be the old dog, James Anderson spearheading the pace attack with Mark Wood. Joe Root provides a big offering in spin while Stokes can slot as 3rd pacer in the team (depending on his fitness).
England Predicted Playing XI vs IND in 1st Test
- 1. Zak Crawley
2. Ben Duckett
3. Ollie Pope
4. Joe Root
5. Jonny Bairstow
6. Ben Stokes (c)
7. Ben Foakes (wk)
8. Rehan Ahmed
9. Jack Leach
10. Mark Wood
11. James Anderson.
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