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Time of India
a day ago
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- Time of India
'Batters should be licking their lips': Kevin Pietersen's message to India, picks England's weakness
Kevin Pietersen thinks Indian batters will be 'licking their lips' against England(Image via) As India gears up for a high-stakes five-match Test series against England, former England star Kevin Pietersen has highlighted a key advantage for the visitors. In a clip posted on Delhi Capitals' X handle, Pietersen pointed out the absence of England's veteran fast bowlers Stuart Broad and James Anderson as a significant factor India can exploit. "But I think where India should count themselves very lucky, there's no Anderson and there's no Broad. So it'll be a young bowling line-up, and if they bat well in England I think they can really put up a good Test against this England side. It'll be the first time that they play a home series in years and years and years without Broad and without Anderson. So, from an Indian's perspective, the batters should be licking their lips saying 'Let's go and bat long'. If they bat long, they can do well," said Pietersen, who served as DC's mentor for the 2025 Indian Premier League season. The series, which begins at Headingley, Leeds, on June 20, marks the start of the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle. It will be a crucial test for both teams, with India led by newly appointed Test captain Shubman Gill and vice-captain Rishabh Pant. The absence of experienced Indian leaders Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli adds to the significance of this tour as the team looks to establish a new era in Test cricket. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Nick Knight EXCLUSIVE: On Shubman Gill and absence of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma in England England, captained by Ben Stokes, will field a relatively young bowling attack in the absence of Broad and Anderson, which could provide India's batsmen with opportunities to build long innings. Historically, English conditions have tested even the best players, but Pietersen's comments suggest that Indian batters have a chance to capitalize and put pressure on the hosts. Poll Will India's batting lineup capitalize on the absence of Broad and Anderson? Definitely Unlikely With fresh leadership and several new faces in the squads, this series promises to be a fascinating battle. India will be eager to end their long wait for a Test series victory in England, a feat they last achieved in 2007. The five Tests will be played across iconic English venues including Edgbaston, Lord's, Old Trafford, and Kennington Oval. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
India Today
2 days ago
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- India Today
ENG vs IND: Rishabh Pant relieved he won't face Anderson-Broad duo in England Tests
India's newly-appointed Test vice-captain Rishabh Pant shared a light-hearted take on the upcoming England series, admitting that he feels a sense of relief not having to face the formidable pace duo of James Anderson and Stuart Broad. With both veterans now retired, Pant joked that the pressure on India's batters will be slightly less this summer's England series marks a significant transition for the hosts, as it will be the first in years without either James Anderson or Stuart Broad in the playing XI. Broad stepped away from international cricket following the 2023 Ashes and has since moved into commentary. Anderson, meanwhile, played his final Test during the first match of the 2024 West Indies series. While he has taken up a behind-the-scenes role in mentoring and coaching within the England camp, his presence as a bowler will be missed on the at the pre-match press conference ahead of the Headingley Test on June 18, Pant acknowledged the impact Anderson and Broad had on world cricket and expressed that it would be somewhat comforting not to face them this time around. 'Definitely, it feels so good when both (Anderson and Broad) are not there. Because coming from the last two tours, they've been there for England for so many years and I've only come for two tours. But at the same time, they have enough ammunition as an England bowling line-up,' Pant said in the pre-match press conference.'We don't want to take anyone lightly because our team is also young. They're still looking to develop themselves. But at the same time, we've got to play our cricket and respect the bowlers and opposition where it needs it,' he now one of the senior-most players in India's Test side, has taken on additional responsibility following the retirement of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli from the longest format. With the leadership baton being passed to the younger generation, Pant finds himself as a key figure both on and off the Anderson and Broad's absence, England's bowling attack remains dangerous. The likes of Chris Woakes, Brydon Carse, Josh Tongue, and Shoaib Bashir form a promising unit that could trouble India in home conditions. Pant is expected to play a central role in countering England's bowlers, especially if the top order faces early the series being a crucial part of the World Test Championship cycle, all eyes will be on how Pant handles both the bat and the leadership mantle in what promises to be a challenging but exciting contest.
NDTV
2 days ago
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- NDTV
Jasprit Bumrah Receives Ultimate Praise, Placed On The Same Pedestal As Glenn McGrath: "He Is So..."
Star India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah's ability to deceive batters and his excellent balance in delivery stride makes him the player to watch out for in the upcoming marquee Test series against England, feels fast bowling great Stuart Broad. Broad compared Bumrah with the legendary Australia fast bowler Glenn McGrath in having the "most balanced delivery stride" in world cricket. 'He (Bumrah) jogs in, you will be thinking 'this will be 70 miles an hour' and it hits you at 90 and you don't get a real flow. When I faced Shoaib Akhtar, he sprint in at a hundred miles an hour and delivered at a hundred miles an hour," Broad said in the podcast 'For the Love of Cricket' which also featured England batter Jos Buttler. 'You were ready, but Bumrah is so balanced, in his run-up, it's a short-stride pattern, so he never gets over stride and of balance. I look at Glenn McGrath (who) had the most balanced delivery stride that I watched and Bumrah is the same." Bumrah is not expected to play all the five-Tests of the series which has been confirmed by chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar and head coach Gautam Gambhir as a part of workload management. Broad, who took 604 wickets from 167 Tests before retiring in 2023, said Burmah will take a 'shedload of wickets' if he plays in all the five matches of the series starting in Leeds on Friday. 'He is going to be certainly one to watch and certainly someone that England won't want to play five Tests, because if he does, he's going to pick up a shedload of wickets, isn't he? "There was that great bit of play in Australia wherein he got in a scrap in the last over with (Sam) Konstas and (Usman) Khawaja was on strike. He nicked Khawaja off, got him out. He was screaming and roaring. "He has definitely got that; every fast bowler has to have that emotion in him, but there is a real sharpness to his competitive spirit (and) that he has grown up in that (Virat) Kohli (captaincy) era.' Buttler said there isn't a bigger superstar in the touring Indian side than Bumrah. 'I don't think there's a bigger star in that touring squad than Jasprit Bumrah,' he said. 'But facing him, he creates awkward angles, the run-up is unique, the action is unique. I think it have seen the side-ons (bowlers) but he delivers the ball from about a foot or even a bit more closer to the batsman than the average bowler so the ball feels quicker even than the pace he is actually bowling at.' Buttler said Bumrah's action could make one feel like a sitting target. 'For me as a right-hander, it always felt like it was coming in, but he could beat me on the outside, and you sort of find yourself in a horrible position, squared up and a bit of a sitting target," said the former England white-ball captain. 'He is a superstar bowler, and that's what you expect in international cricket, you are going to come up against great players and certainly someone England will need to play well to have good success,' he said.
Hans India
3 days ago
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- Hans India
Bumrah has the most balanced delivery stride like McGrath: Broad
Mumbai: Star India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah's ability to deceive batters and his excellent balance in delivery stride makes him the player to watch out for in the upcoming marquee Test series against England, feels fast bowling great Stuart Broad. Broad compared Bumrah with the legendary Australia fast bowler Glenn McGrath in having the 'most balanced delivery stride' in world cricket. 'He (Bumrah) jogs in, you will be thinking 'this will be 70 miles an hour' and it hits you at 90 and you don't get a real flow. When I faced Shoaib Akhtar, he sprint in at a hundred miles an hour and delivered at a hundred miles an hour,' Broad said in the podcast 'For the Love of Cricket' which also featured England batter Jos Buttler. 'You were ready, but Bumrah is so balanced, in his run-up, it's a short-stride pattern, so he never gets over stride and of balance. I look at Glenn McGrath (who) had the most balanced delivery stride that I watched and Bumrah is the same.' Bumrah is not expected to play all the five-Tests of the series which has been confirmed by chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar and head coach Gautam Gambhir as a part of workload management. Broad, who took 604 wickets from 167 Tests before retiring in 2023, said Burmah will take a 'shedload of wickets' if he plays in all the five matches of the series starting in Leeds on Friday. 'He is going to be certainly one to watch and certainly someone that England won't want to play five Tests, because if he does, he's going to pick up a shedload of wickets, isn't he? 'There was that great bit of play in Australia wherein he got in a scrap in the last over with (Sam) Konstas and (Usman) Khawaja was on strike. He nicked Khawaja off, got him out. He was screaming and roaring. 'He has definitely got that; every fast bowler has to have that emotion in him, but there is a real sharpness to his competitive spirit (and) that he has grown up in that (Virat) Kohli (captaincy) era.' Buttler said there isn't a bigger superstar in the touring Indian side than Bumrah. 'I don't think there's a bigger star in that touring squad than Jasprit Bumrah,' he said. 'But facing him, he creates awkward angles, the run-up is unique, the action is unique. I think it have seen the side-ons (bowlers) but he delivers the ball from about a foot or even a bit more closer to the batsman than the average bowler so the ball feels quicker even than the pace he is actually bowling at.' Buttler said Bumrah's action could make one feel like a sitting target. 'For me as a right-hander, it always felt like it was coming in, but he could beat me on the outside, and you sort of find yourself in a horrible position, squared up and a bit of a sitting target,' said the former England white-ball captain. 'He is a superstar bowler, and that's what you expect in international cricket, you are going to come up against great players and certainly someone England will need to play well to have good success,' he said.
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First Post
3 days ago
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'He's the best bowler in the world': Jasprit Bumrah receives massive praise from former foe ahead of England Tests
Jasprit Bumrah's former adversary has hailed him as the best fast bowler in the world ahead of the India vs England Test series. Bumrah received the praise for his calm persona, his competitiveness, and unique bowling action. read more Former England fast bowler Stuart Broad has praised Jasprit Bumrah , calling him the best fast bowler in the world at the moment. Speaking on the For The Love Of Cricket podcast with Jos Buttler, Broad said that Bumrah is going to be a big threat for England in the upcoming Test series. India and England are slated to kick-start their five-match Test series on 20 June at Headingley, Leeds. Ahead of the crucial encounter, which will mark the start of the new cycle of the World Test Championship for India, Broad showered massive praise on the ace bowler. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Broad says Bumrah is the best bowler in the world 'No doubt in my mind he's the best bowler in the world at the moment. He showed that in Australia. He's going to be pretty dangerous in these conditions, isn't he? Certainly someone England won't want to face across five Tests — if he plays them all, he'll pick up a shedload of wickets,' Broad said. Broad also spoke about Bumrah's personality. He said Bumrah is usually calm and laid-back, but he has a strong fighting spirit when he's on the field. 'He's such a calm guy, quite laid-back most of the time — but there's this amazing competitive streak in him,' Broad said. 'That spell in Australia, when he got into a scrap with Sam Konstas and then got Usman Khawaja out — he was screaming and roaring. Every great fast bowler needs that emotion.' Broad explains why facing Bumrah is difficult Broad further explained why facing Bumrah is so difficult for batters, especially in Test cricket. He said Bumrah's smooth run-up and quick delivery can catch batters by surprise, as he releases the ball from about a foot closer than most bowlers. He even compared Bumrah to legends like Shoaib Akhtar and Glenn McGrath. 'When he jogs in, you might think he's bowling at 70 miles an hour, but then he surprises you at 90. That makes it really hard for a batter to get used to him,' Broad said. 'Shoaib Akhtar would sprint in and bowl 100 miles an hour, so you were always ready. Bumrah's different. His short run-up is very balanced and controlled, and he never loses his rhythm. I always admired Glenn McGrath's smooth delivery, and Bumrah is very similar in that way,' he added. Bumrah will not play all five Test matches in England due to workload management. The Indian pacer did not take up the captaincy for the same reason. With Shubman Gill as the new captain, India will look to win even without Bumrah, but there's no denying that his presence will definitely help. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
