‘Do not assume there shall be a lot hassle…’: Dinesh Karthik predicts India’s dominance regardless of Bangladesh’s historic win towards Pakistan – Occasions of India

‘Do not assume there shall be a lot hassle…’: Dinesh Karthik predicts India’s dominance regardless of Bangladesh’s historic win towards Pakistan – Occasions of India

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Dinesh Karthik has expressed doubts about Bangladesh‘s capacity to problem India within the upcoming Take a look at sequence, regardless of Bangladesh’s latest success in Pakistan. Talking on India’s prospects on Cricbuzz, Karthik emphasised that profitable towards India on dwelling soil is a major problem.
“I personally do not assume so. I believe beating India in India is a humongous process.Bangladesh has performed nicely in Pakistan. However no, I do not assume there shall be a lot hassle for India to beat Bangladesh,” Karthik remarked.
Discussing India’s squad choice, Karthik highlighted the potential for together with younger pacer Harshit Rana. Nonetheless, he famous that the crew already has 4 established medium pacers.”Might there be an opportunity for Harshit Rana? I believed he bowled very nicely, one thing very particular about him. They have already got 4 medium pacers, who’re good medium pacers. So, it is a good crew,” Karthik stated.
Karthik additionally steered that India may put together pace-friendly pitches for the sequence, which might assist towards Bangladesh and function preparation for the upcoming sequence towards Australia.
“I get the sensation India’s going to play on barely pace-oriented pitches, figuring out that it is a great way to beat Bangladesh. Additionally, they are going to be getting ready for the Australian Take a look at sequence. I believe they may solely play with two spinners—Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja—adopted by three quick bowlers,” he defined.

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Concerning KL Rahul‘s position within the crew, Karthik praised his enchancment as a wicketkeeper however voiced considerations concerning the bodily calls for of retaining in Take a look at matches.
“KL Rahul is an excellent keeper, who has improved rather a lot. And I do not assume it is truthful to name him a part-time wicketkeeper anymore,” Karthik acknowledged. He added, “Maintaining in Take a look at cricket is tough work throughout 5 days, and he is had his struggles with accidents. He has a again he must care for in the long term. So, I do not assume it is truthful to entrust him with the retaining spot. However I genuinely really feel he’ll make it as a batter and do very well this season.”
With the sequence towards Bangladesh approaching, Workforce India seems well-prepared with sturdy batting and bowling models.