Ind vs Eng: ‘We know where we want to go from- Brendon McCullum is full of confidence in England’s new bowling unit
England’s head coach Brendon McCullum is confident of his team’s bowling lineup before the five -match Test series against India from 20 June. The series has marked the new era of India as Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma without senior players, while also started their ICC World Test Championship cycle.McCullum spoke to Sky Sports Cricket and expressed his views on the team’s preparation and bowling attack. “It is important that people refreshed. We know where we want to go as a test team,” he said.The England coach highlighted the team’s bowling options despite some unavailable players. “We have a good, diverse bowling attack for the element of Chris Woakes, Sam Cook, Bridan Cars, Jamie Overton, Josh tongue,” McCullum said, “said McCullum.
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He praised the progress of young spinner Shoaib Bashir in Test cricket. Bashir has claimed 58 wickets in 16 Tests since his debut last year, with an average of 36.39 four-five-wicket halls and 6/81’s best figures.“We know that we are going to test against India, and they will be ready. They are an excellent cricketing nation that will come here with high hopes, and we are eager to see him,” said McCullum.
21 -year -old Jacob Bethel has returned his place in England’s Test squad for the series opener after recalling the Zimbabwe match due to IPL commitments. Bethel’s recent performances include three half -centuries from the number 3 position during New Zealand’s Winter visit.McCullum praised Bethel’s development and ability. “Bethel has a good life. For a 21 -year -old, he got a real poem, and this allows him to go there and be present and show his nature and talent. The world is his oyster. He is already becoming a leader in the dressing room you want. ,Quiz: Who is that IPL player?The coach also highlighted the promising demonstrations of Jamie Smith and Ben Docket. “Jamie Smith and Ben Docket have reminded me of Dock and Zak Croli in Test Games. We know how good Docket is, but the power that Smith has is amazing. These people are fearless, and if you add craft, you hope you will end with a goal player.”There has been a lot of change in the creation of England team since the loss of 4–1 series in India last year. James Anderson has retired, while Johnny Bairstow, Ben Focal and Oli Robinson are no longer part of the squad.India has also made changes with the retirement of R Ashwin, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Shubman Gill will lead the team for the first time.India has sent several players to India to compete against Lions, demanding their first Test series win in England since 2007. Members of the remaining squad will reach the UK on Friday.
