With the first test between India and England starting on June 20, the tension is high and both camps have expectations on the moon. While India is ready for their first testing without the famous couple Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, England are also navigating the duration of infection. Along with marking the onset of a new WTC cycle (2025–2027) with the series, the series is actually the beginning of a new era. Next to the series, many big names of the game have made predictions, in which the votes are either divided between the camp. Former cricketers, including Nasir Hussain, former England batsman Nick Knight, Graeme Swan, Matthew Hayden, Dale Steyn and many others, who will win a five -match series. As the fans live on the shore, there is a look at the predictions made by former cricketers before the high-octane matchup.
Nasir Hussain completely excludes India
Former England captain Nasir Hussain has denied any opportunity in India to win the five -match Test series starting at Handingley, Leeds on 20 June. Hussain believes that Shubman Gill -led side will fight against Ben Stokes against England.Hussain wrote in his column for Mail Sport, “England have a very good record at home, and India will remember Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s runs and experiences.” “It’s a difficult to call, but I think the advantage of the house will swing it in the way of England, and I am going for 3–1.”
Graeme Swan’s comments attract criticism
Next to the series, Swan’s comments became a matter of criticism. The 46-year-old Englishman shook the controversy before the series, after labeling it “right ahead of ash”. “He does not have Virat Kohli or Rohit Sharma, with two of his superstars bat. Yes, he has found great players instead, but we have found bowlers who exploit our terms well. England will have to watch the series to win. I will take the best 4-1, 3-2. I hope we do well and take confidence to ashes, ”said the former International of England.
Monty plays an important role for pitch
In a conversation with Timesofindia.com, the former English cricketer shared his role as to which side the series would tip. The 43 -year -old refused or named a clear winner, and named the ideal position to shine the two sides.
“If these are green pitches, England may benefit little. If the surfaces are flat, I think India has a great chance to win. And I suspect that the ECBs want the match to be spread in 4 and 5 days for the spectacle of the-Anderson Trophy. It can work in favor of India, “the former International of England said.
Dale Stan is expecting a very close encounter
Former South African Pesar said it would be a very close matchup, but finally ended in favor of the hosts. “All games will be close. But all will be the result. I think it will be 3-2 in England’s favor. Every Test match will have a result. No runs will be far away for any team, all five games will be very close, “Stan said on Gehotstar.
Matthew Hayden Side with visitors
The former Australian cricketer has weighed the upcoming series, which can affect the English bowlers. The 53 -year -old said that the bowling attack of the hosts is not so great ‘, and between injuries and retirement, they have their own challenges.
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What do you think will win a five -match Test series between India and England?
“I don’t think the England bowlers are good, they have suffered many injuries and even to many retired people, it would be a challenge,” the veteran said, “When it is important, it will win that it will be a more chain that goes from India’s way,” Australian said.
