Reading this after the game and the point about the low scoring venue was so true. Couple of things intrigue me regarding England batting.
1. Joe root at no.3. Is he the best fit? Think 4 is better for him.
2. Malan better against spin so play him down.
3. Buttler in middle overs versus in the power play.
Your point regarding weak England bowling was perhaps justified by the overall result today. Perhaps they are being defensive in bowling and looking to attack while batting. Very few batters playing late and of the back foot. This pitch needed that. Inside edges onto stumps classic of hard hands on a slowish wicket.
Well - not so close as you thought.
Reading this after the game and the point about the low scoring venue was so true. Couple of things intrigue me regarding England batting.
1. Joe root at no.3. Is he the best fit? Think 4 is better for him.
2. Malan better against spin so play him down.
3. Buttler in middle overs versus in the power play.
Your point regarding weak England bowling was perhaps justified by the overall result today. Perhaps they are being defensive in bowling and looking to attack while batting. Very few batters playing late and of the back foot. This pitch needed that. Inside edges onto stumps classic of hard hands on a slowish wicket.