IND vs Eng: ‘No Brener for India’ – Michael Clarke’s clear message to Gautam Gambhir before Edgbaston | Cricket news
As India is ready for another important test against England in Edgbaston, the changes in the XI seem to be sure after the defeat of the series opener. A major Talking Point Jasprit Bumrah is the charge management, which can be rested for this match. In addition, some more players can be released as the team managed to level the team management chain led by Gautam Gambhir. Former Australia captain Michael Clarke has made his stand clear about a change. He feels that the wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav will have to just play the next match. Speaking at the Beyond 23 podcast, Clarke said that there is a “absolute no-brainer” including Kuldeep. India’s bowlers struggled to affect the headingley. While Bumrah stood out with his control and skills, his support artists of Mohammad Sirj, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur and Prasad Krishna could not keep pressure or could not take wickets continuously. Clarke believes that Kuldeep can solve that problem.
Clarke said, “Bowling-war, I do not want to blame anyone, but India has to play the role of Kuldeep Yadav. He is a real wicket and can bring a big change in the last Test.”Quiz: Who is that IPL player? Clarke also stated that India sometimes focuses a lot on increasing the depth of its batting, even though it means demolishing their frontline spinner. He feels that in English conditions, choosing bowlers who can take 20 wickets should be a priority. Echoing similar views, former England batsman Nick Knight has also supported Kuldeep’s inclusion. Knight said England’s aggressive batting approach can be tested by Kuldeep’s variations, especially if the Edgbaston pitch also indicates a bend. Knight believes that if he kills his rhythm, Kuldeep’s presence can make a match-defying moment. The team’s announcement for the second Test is awaited, but the calls for Kuldeep’s return are only growing loudly.
