Harbhajan Singh Recommends Major Bowling Overhaul For India In 2nd Test Against England
Former Indian cricket team spinner Harbhajan Singh has proposed substantial alterations to the playing XI for the upcoming second Test match against England, set to commence on February 2. Emphasizing the need for strategic adjustments, Harbhajan outlined his suggested changes in a recent commentary.
"I think Sarfaraz should be played at No. 5. He has been scoring a lot of runs in domestic cricket and even for India A in the matches against England Lions," expressed Harbhajan on his YouTube channel.
In light of KL Rahul's absence, Harbhajan recommended handing a Test debut to Sarfaraz Khan , while also proposing the inclusion of all-rounder Washington Sundar in place of the injured Ravindra Jadeja . Harbhajan further advised a bold move towards a spin-heavy bowling attack.
"In No. 11, it should be Kuldeep Yadav. He has the variations and he can also turn the ball in both directions. Recently, his performance was extremely good in the World Cup. If the team wants to add an extra spinner, the team should go with Kuldeep Yadav. If the wicket has something, play Siraj, but if you think that it is a turning track, play Kuldeep as the fourth spinner," Harbhajan elaborated.
The former Indian cricket team star suggested a lineup with Rohit Sharma opting for four spinners, with Jasprit Bumrah being the lone specialist pacer in the team. The final decision between Kuldeep Yadav and Mohammed Siraj, according to Harbhajan, hinges on the appearance of the Vishakhapatnam pitch. Reports indicate that the track could be favorable to spinners, aligning with Harbhajan's proposed strategic shift.
Harbhajan Singh's India playing XI for second Test match against England:
Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal , Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, Sarfaraz Khan, Washington Sundar, KS Bharat, Axar Patel, Ravichandran Ashwin , Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav/Mohammed Siraj.
"I think Sarfaraz should be played at No. 5. He has been scoring a lot of runs in domestic cricket and even for India A in the matches against England Lions," expressed Harbhajan on his YouTube channel.
In light of KL Rahul's absence, Harbhajan recommended handing a Test debut to Sarfaraz Khan , while also proposing the inclusion of all-rounder Washington Sundar in place of the injured Ravindra Jadeja . Harbhajan further advised a bold move towards a spin-heavy bowling attack.
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"In No. 11, it should be Kuldeep Yadav. He has the variations and he can also turn the ball in both directions. Recently, his performance was extremely good in the World Cup. If the team wants to add an extra spinner, the team should go with Kuldeep Yadav. If the wicket has something, play Siraj, but if you think that it is a turning track, play Kuldeep as the fourth spinner," Harbhajan elaborated.
The former Indian cricket team star suggested a lineup with Rohit Sharma opting for four spinners, with Jasprit Bumrah being the lone specialist pacer in the team. The final decision between Kuldeep Yadav and Mohammed Siraj, according to Harbhajan, hinges on the appearance of the Vishakhapatnam pitch. Reports indicate that the track could be favorable to spinners, aligning with Harbhajan's proposed strategic shift.
Harbhajan Singh's India playing XI for second Test match against England:
Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal , Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, Sarfaraz Khan, Washington Sundar, KS Bharat, Axar Patel, Ravichandran Ashwin , Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav/Mohammed Siraj.
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