Root feels like the key, if he sticks around he's in good enough form that we've got a chance, if he gets out I reckon we'll collapse pretty quickly afterwards.
Root feels like the key, if he sticks around he's in good enough form that we've got a chance, if he gets out I reckon we'll collapse pretty quickly afterwards.
I think the collapse is more likely if/when we realise the run chase isn't on and we drop anchor.
Kohli's gladiatorial greeting of the first wicket was a bit over the top. One wicket in forty overs. If they continue taking wickets at that rate, they will bowl England out by close of play. On Friday.
Kohli's gladiatorial greeting of the first wicket was a bit over the top. One wicket in forty overs. If they continue taking wickets at that rate, they will bowl England out by close of play. On Friday.
We'll likely still be about 50 runs short at that point!
Root feels like the key, if he sticks around he's in good enough form that we've got a chance, if he gets out I reckon we'll collapse pretty quickly afterwards.
I think the collapse is more likely if/when we realise the run chase isn't on and we drop anchor.
I would be interested in knowing the statistical success of the drop anchor approach. It seems to me on some wickets, you are more at risk not playing shots.
Root feels like the key, if he sticks around he's in good enough form that we've got a chance, if he gets out I reckon we'll collapse pretty quickly afterwards.
I think the collapse is more likely if/when we realise the run chase isn't on and we drop anchor.
I would be interested in knowing the statistical success of the drop anchor approach. It seems to me on some wickets, you are more at risk not playing shots.
I always think the problem with just defending is that it takes much of the pressure of the bowling side to contain runs.
At the moment, India need to keep the runs down as well as take wickets, which complicates their approach
We know that Malan, Root and Bairstow can score at a fast rate playing their natural game. You would want Ali having a score target than a time target when he comes in.
It can only be Jadeja's arrogance that forces him to constantly overstep. Looking forward to the time it costs him a wicket and India the game as a result. There is absolutely zero excuse for him doing it.
Root feels like the key, if he sticks around he's in good enough form that we've got a chance, if he gets out I reckon we'll collapse pretty quickly afterwards.
I think the collapse is more likely if/when we realise the run chase isn't on and we drop anchor.
Looks to me that Malan & Hameed have dropped anchor already. I understand there are plenty of overs left & batsmen like Root, Bairstow & Ali who are quick run scorers, but you cant leave them with too much to do post Tea. These 2 need to keep the scoreboard ticking over.
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The opening partnership did a great job, but it's time for the strokemakers to come in and knock off the runs
At the moment, India need to keep the runs down as well as take wickets, which complicates their approach