Is India Fielding Ready for 2nd Test vs England?
After India having lost the first test of the India Tour of England 2025, the reason behind their loss could not be clearly specified over the fielding failure. However, the first test saw team India lacking the composure in the field against the bazball style England. Here’s a look at Is India Fielding Ready for 2nd Test vs England.
Yashasvi Jaiswal in the limelight?
Yashavi Jaiswal was the centre of attraction in the final innings of the first test. He managed to drop 4 crucial catches in the pivotal point of the match, which England took advantage of and chased off a strong 371 runs in Headingley, Leeds. While team India has been training strongly for a comeback in the second tests, there are several reports which showcase Yashasvi Jaiswal has been dropped from the slip spots of the fielding, and is placed elsewhere.
Nitish Kumar Reddy who has been a vivid player in the earlier BGT series 2024-25, could be given a chance for the second test, however the hope remains with the team for the upcoming test, as they will be aiming for the comeback and stay in contention for the series lead for the new cycle of World Test Championship 2025-27.
Is Fielding all to blame?
Many experts have said that the fielding failure is not all to blame in India’s loss against the English side. The team was not able to get crucial dismissals in the final innings, wit bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah, Prasidh Krishna, and Mohammed Siraj failing to take wickets in the important time duration.
To sum it up, everyone was equally responsible, in failing to secure a win, and not able to stop England from chasing the 371 run target to secure victory in the first test. The second test will be requiring a testament performance from the Indian side to level the series and aim for the lead of the India tour of England 2025.
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