Second Test - India v England

Bess has been unfortunate to miss out, but the way Moen has leaked runs it could be a blessing in disguise. We are going to need another captain's innings from Root to be competitive in this Test I think.
 
England will do well to last the day. Sour grapes perhaps but this pitch does nothing for test cricket. We’ve enjoyed some great 5 day tests recently with all three results possible in the final session on multiple occasions. Then we get an under pressure Kohli forcing the preparation of this shocker.
 
TommyPlus said:
England will do well to last the day. Sour grapes perhaps but this pitch does nothing for test cricket. We’ve enjoyed some great 5 day tests recently with all three results possible in the final session on multiple occasions. Then we get an under pressure Kohli forcing the preparation of this shocker.
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What’s the difference to England preparing a green top?
 
Chris_Boro said:
A green top will become easier to play on if you can survive, this pitch you've got no chance on day 2.

If India lost the toss, they would be in a similar position with egg on their faces for this pitch, its a huge shame for the fans hoping to see 5 days of live cricket.
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Do you think they've deliberately made it that bad? Preparing a pitch to play to your strengths is one thing.

But preparing one like this where the outcome of the match is almost decided purely on the toss of a coin is bonkers. Particularly when you're at home and have the stronger side (certainly for the conditions). Can't see them doing that on purpose.

Someone has cocked up a bit surely? Over doing it in attempting the favour the home team perhaps?
 
festa5 said:
Do you think they've deliberately made it that bad? Preparing a pitch to play to your strengths is one thing.

But preparing one like this where the outcome of the match is almost decided purely on the toss of a coin is bonkers. Particularly when you're at home and have the stronger side (certainly for the conditions). Can't see them doing that on purpose.

Someone has cocked up a bit surely? Over doing it in attempting the favour the home team perhaps?
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They do it all the time when behind in series.
 
GazC_MFC said:
What’s the difference to England preparing a green top?
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You’re showing ignorance by suggesting England ever prepare a “green top”. Compare those pitches in New Zealand with anything curated in England over the last 10 years.
 
festa5 said:
Do you think they've deliberately made it that bad? Preparing a pitch to play to your strengths is one thing.

But preparing one like this where the outcome of the match is almost decided purely on the toss of a coin is bonkers. Particularly when you're at home and have the stronger side (certainly for the conditions). Can't see them doing that on purpose.

Someone has cocked up a bit surely? Over doing it in attempting the favour the home team perhaps?
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Rumours abound about a double headed Rupee in Virat’s pocket!
 
Chris_Boro said:
A green top will become easier to play on if you can survive, this pitch you've got no chance on day 2.

If India lost the toss, they would be in a similar position with egg on their faces for this pitch, its a huge shame for the fans hoping to see 5 days of live cricket.
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Fair point about the becoming a little easier
 
Watching Match of the Day instead this morning, the BBC Live Feed makes it sound like it's a shambles.
 
Too much being made of the pitch imho. Difference between the two sides here is that two Indian batsmen have managed to get in. Yes, the pitch favours India and their spinners are better, but you have to give credit to Rohit's superb innings yesterday.

I also wonder if England should have gone with three spinners when they saw the pitch.
 
Otto42 said:
Too much being made of the pitch imho. Difference between the two sides here is that two Indian batsmen have managed to get in. Yes, the pitch favours India and their spinners are better, but you have to give credit to Rohit's superb innings yesterday.

I also wonder if England should have gone with three spinners when they saw the pitch.
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Rohit batted well, but he benifited from batting on what is a completely different wicket to this. This is now a minefield.

The test has been won on the toss of a coin.
 
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