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Matthew Hoggard, who was the hero in the 2005 Ashes series, while talking to Mirror said that the match will be “Survival of the Fittest”. He said that this series is reminding him of 2005 and England should not play for a draw.
Delhi: The Test series between India and England is now at its last and decisive position. England have a 2–1 lead before the Oval Test starting from 31 July. England was moving towards victory in the Manchester Test, but the Indian batsmen struggled and drawn the match.
Gill and Rahul handled the front
When India had lost 2 wickets at 0 in the second innings, it seemed that England would easily win the series. But Shubman Gill and KL Rahul made a great partnership with the team. Gill scored a century and hopes again as soon as he was out.
Jadeja and Sundar saved India’s shame
After this, Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar added 203 runs and helped India save the match. This performance has brought the series to a thrilling turn and now everyone’s eyes are on the Oval Test.
Matthew Hoggard warns England
Matthew Hoggard, who was the hero in the 2005 Ashes series, while talking to Mirror said that this match will be “Survival of the Fittest”. He said that this series is reminding him of 2005 and England should not play for a draw.
Hoggard statement
Hoggard said, “If England does not land with the right mentality, it can be in trouble. We should bat first and put pressure on India by scoring a big score.”
Questions raised on Indian batting
Hoggard said that England’s batting is faster and deeper than India, especially if India descends without Rishabh Pant. He said, “This series has been difficult for the bowlers of both teams, but England scored fast. If India had to chase the target, the oval pitch could be difficult.”
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