Sourav Ganguly questions India’s top order grit after Lord’s defeat
In addition to Kl Rahul (39) and Ravindra Jadeja (61*), none of the other players hit the ball more than 20. Considering the power of India’s kick, the field should be disappointed that the team has followed 2-1 in the series, although it is not easy.
Former Indian captain Saurav Ganguly criticized the Indian team for not being able to chase Lord’s 193 run. India should be pleased to have bowling the UK for 192 in their second Inning, but they lost with 22 runs despite a powerful shot series. In addition to Kl Rahul (39) and Ravindra Jadeja (61*), none of the other players hit the ball more than 20. Considering the power of India’s kick, the field should be disappointed that the team has followed 2-1 in the series, although it is not easy.
During an event, Ganguly said that if the biggest order had exhibited a little more determination, India could have achieved victory.
“It was a little disappointed. In the way India fights in this series, they should have 190. When you see Jadeja’s fight and the quality of the stroke in this team, it was an opportunity to go up 2-1 in the series against England.
“If there was some fight from the summit, this game would be India’s match.”
Despite the failure of the highest level, Ravindra Jadeja showed remarkable flexibility with Jasprit Bumrah and Muhammad Siraj. Bumrah and Jadeja contributed to 35 runs for the ninth little door and Bumrah faced more than 50 delivery. In addition, Jadeja partnership with Sija to add 23 running for the last small door, but after defending the ball, his tail was unfortunate and then rolled into the logs. Ganguly praised Jadeja and labeled him as a special player.
“Jadeja will continue to play for India as long as the bat and the performance of it. There have been a long time. He has played about 80 test games and more than 200 days. A special player hit, bowling and the field. A special player and his kick really improved with this experience.
Lord’s defeat, especially after a similar collapse in the last test, led to discussions on India’s fighting strategy. Fans are now waiting for possible adjustments because they aim to improve the reaction of the team management and the rest of the series. Ganguly’s sharp criticism will certainly increase the pressure of players who hit the low -performance ball for the stage in future games.
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