Former Indian cricketer Farokh Engineer said he found the decision of the Indian skipper to bowl first in the final of the World Test Championship 2023 against Australia baffling.
The 85-year-old was at the Oval, London to support the Indian team. Speaking to a leading news agency, Farokh shared his thoughts about India’s decision at the toss, saying they could have opted to field first. Engineer said, “It does not get bigger than this, and that’s why I am here to support my beloved country.
Although I am wearing an MCC tie as an honorary life member, India’s decision after winning the toss was a bit surprising. I think they decided to bowl first as they did not want their batters to get exposed to an Australian attack on a fresh green track. However, we are hopeful that Shami and Siraj will be effective. It was a bold decision.”
Indian batter Chteshwar Pujara has already had a taste of English conditions this summer. Last month, Pujara was the highest run-scorer in Division Two, having scored 545 runs in seven innings at an average of 77.85, with three centuries and a fifty. His best score is 151 across five matches.
India will be relying on their key batter, Chteshwar Pujara, who has already experienced a bit of action in the English conditions. Last month, Pujara was the highest run-scorer in Division Two, having scored 545 runs in seven innings at an average of 77.85, with three centuries and a fifty. His best score is 151 across five matches.
Farokh named Pujara, Virat Kohli, and Shubman Gill as the key players for the Indian team.
