‘Would be a big mistake…’: Michael Vaughan Alerts India To Avoid Spin-Friendly Pitches for India-England Tests

Michael Urges India To Avoid Spin-Friendly Pitches for India-England Tests: The fraternity of Indian cricket is enthusiastic regarding the forthcoming five-match Test series between India and England. In the middle of anticipations, numerous statements are heard about the pitches among them one of the concerns from the former England skipper.

Mainly, raised since India has a reputation for being a spin-dominant side with top-notch spinners like Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, and Axar Patel. However, former England captain Michael Vaughan has urged India to avoid training overly spin-friendly pitches for these Tests against England.

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Michael Vaughan Cautioning India Against Creating Spin-Heavy Pitches for Upcoming Tests Against England

While speaking in an interview with the Telegraph, England’s former skipper stated that his care regarding India’s strategy of capitalizing on household situations may fail, particularly with England’s spin expert, Jack Leach.

He even stressed that offering extreme turning pitches from the start can play into the hands of Jack and other spinners of England.

“For India, I think it would be a big mistake if the pitches spin hugely from ball one of the series. England are going to look to score quickly and will, even if their innings do not last long,” expressed Michael Vaughan.

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“But spinning pitches bring Jack Leach and the young spinners England have selected into the game. Is Leach a better spinner than Jadeja? No. But if you give him a turning pitch, and England bats first, he will be right in the game.”

“Equally, when the ball spins big, I think India’s batting can be vulnerable, and England will bowl them out. If the pitches are flatter, India will score thousands and also have the bowlers to work England out,” further added by the former England skipper, Michael Vaughan.

India’s Spin Supremacy at Home

India has shown an exceptional home record since 2012, distinguished by an unwavering performance. Their success can be mainly attributed to the outstanding assistance of their spinners, who have played an instrumental role in their sustained dominance.

Facing the fascinating deliveries of subcontinental spinners has been confirmed to be a daunting task for opposing teams, thereby intensifying India’s supremacy.

England’s Serious Batting Style

The approaching series between India and England, an England team that is known for their aggressive batting technique, has piqued the curiosity of cricket fans across the globe.

Specifically, England’s attacking style will be an effective countermeasure against India’s challenging spin bowling lineup. Hence, the cricketing world is eagerly expecting the outcome of this clash between two top-tier teams.