Team India is gearing up for their first big home assignment in 2024. The Men in Blue is set to host England for a 5-match IND vs ENG Test series, starting on January 25 in Hyderabad.
India have been dominant on home soil over the past decade, winning 16 series in a row but they will be aware of England and their ‘bazball’ strategy which has been a massive success in last few years.
While the Three Lions are preparing themselves to play on rank turner in Hyderabad, the first look of the pitch suggests a contrasting story.
Cricket journalist Subhayan Chakraborty shared the first look of the Hyderabad pitch on Monday.
The white-ish texture of the Hyderabad pitch suggests a batting-friendly track which might be a good news for Ben Stokes and Co.
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However, it is possible that the curators might let the surface bake under the sun to make it more spin friendly. The initial glimpse of the pitch is sure to bring a smile to the faces of the visiting team.
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