Former England bowler Steve Harmison believes India may deploy three spin bowlers during the upcoming fourth Test match at Manchester's Old Trafford ground. The contest begins Wednesday with India trailing 2-1 in the five-match Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series after their narrow 22-run defeat at Lord's Cricket Ground. Harmison suggests Manchester's rainy weather conditions could favor spin bowling over pace attacks.
India selected Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar as their spinning duo for recent matches at Edgbaston and Lord's venues. The former England fast bowler anticipates wickets that deteriorate and offer increased turn as matches progress into later days. Harmison expects Old Trafford pitches will lack significant pace or bounce characteristics.
The cricket analyst notes England possesses Liam Dawson but considers them unlikely to select multiple spinners for their home conditions. Harmison identifies the selection challenge of incorporating Kuldeep Yadav while maintaining team balance. He questions whether removing either established spinner represents the optimal strategy for India's campaign.
India selected Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar as their spinning duo for recent matches at Edgbaston and Lord's venues. The former England fast bowler anticipates wickets that deteriorate and offer increased turn as matches progress into later days. Harmison expects Old Trafford pitches will lack significant pace or bounce characteristics.
The cricket analyst notes England possesses Liam Dawson but considers them unlikely to select multiple spinners for their home conditions. Harmison identifies the selection challenge of incorporating Kuldeep Yadav while maintaining team balance. He questions whether removing either established spinner represents the optimal strategy for India's campaign.
