Dr Cricket wrote:As a group India bowling attack was better although it was only marginally better so were not able to compensate the lack of runs as a group the India batsman were not able to provide.
bigfluffylemon wrote: In particular, I question the quality of India's preparation for the tests (not 100% their fault, but boards need to work together to get better practice for touring sides), and their lack of ruthlessness wherein they let England off the hook in at least three of the games, where a better side would have finished the job.
Dr Cricket wrote:Also ridiculous to say India are expected to win in England when they only won 6 test matches before this tour in England ever.
Arthur Crabtree wrote:Dr Cricket wrote:Also ridiculous to say India are expected to win in England when they only won 6 test matches before this tour in England ever.
I thought India were huge favourites. England are in a huge slump. Pakistan have been touring well over here, and India are a greater side than their rivals. India bowled well, but this should go down as a missed opportunity.
bigfluffylemon wrote:Tip of the hat to Sam Curran. After 5 tests, averages 36 with the bat and 23 with the ball. Yes, things will get tougher, he may well struggle given his pace if the ball doesn't swing. But given he's only 20, immensely promising start. Although he's a bowling allrounder, I'll be surprised if he doesn't end his career with a test match hundred to his name.
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