In an exclusive interview with IANS, former England fast-bowler Steve Harmison shared his insights on the upcoming men's Test series between India and England. Discussing England's chances, Harmison acknowledged the challenges of playing in India and highlighted the positive and attacking approach under coach Brendon McCullum and captain Ben Stokes.
Harmison emphasized the importance of England's batsmen, particularly Joe Root, in facing India's spin and seam attacks. He also stressed the critical role of captain Stokes in inspiring and supporting the young spinners in the team.
Commenting on England's preparation, Harmison stood by his opinion that more time on the ground in India would have been beneficial. He acknowledged the difficulty of playing Tests away from traditional venues and highlighted the need for adaptability in challenging game situations.
Harmison expressed excitement about commentating on the India-England Tests for talkSPORT on radio, providing insights into the game and sharing experiences of playing Tests in India. The live radio commentary will be available on the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube page and the talkSPORT app.
(With Agency Inputs)
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