NEW DELHI: Former England captain Michael Vaughan commented on India’s strategy within the second Take a look at in opposition to Bangladesh, likening their swift first innings to England’s “Bazball” fashion.
India’s batsmen performed with aggression of their first innings at Inexperienced Park Stadium in Kanpur. Openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and captain Rohit Sharma led the cost after bundling out Bangladesh for 233 by the second session.
Vaughan shared his ideas on X, stating, “I see India are enjoying Bazball,” drawing a comparability to England’s aggressive cricket.
‘Bazball’ refers to England’s attacking technique beneath Brendon McCullum, who started his tenure because the red-ball coach in 2022.
India managed to submit 285/9 in 34.4 overs, declaring with a lead of 52 runs within the ultimate session of Day 4. Jaiswal spearheaded the hassle with a 31-ball half-century, whereas Rohit contributed 23 runs off 11 balls, together with three sixes and a 4. Jaiswal ended with 72 runs from 51 balls, that includes 12 fours and two sixes.
Regardless of shedding wickets repeatedly, India’s scoring tempo remained excessive, sustaining momentum all through their innings. Contributions from Shubman Gill (39), Virat Kohli (47), and KL Rahul maintained the aggressive tempo.
India’s intent to push for a outcome was evident, contemplating two days of play had been washed out on account of rain and a moist outfield.
At the moment, India tops the World Take a look at Championship (WTC) desk. A 2-0 collection win in opposition to Bangladesh would strengthen their place for a 3rd consecutive ultimate look.
Nonetheless, if the Kanpur Take a look at ends in a draw, India will face a harder problem, needing to win 5 out of their remaining eight matches within the WTC cycle.
Following the Bangladesh collection, India is ready to host New Zealand for a three-Take a look at collection in October, earlier than touring Australia for a five-Take a look at collection.
