Ind vs Eng: Joe Root in India – “Do not continue to ask for a change of ball, learn to adapt” | Cricket news
Timesofindia.com in London: The Dukes Ball was the subject of a meticulous examination of players and the media throughout the Anderson-Tendulkar trophy. The debate resurfaced during the third test at Lord’s when Shubman Gill was seen several times approaching the referee to have the ball checked. The referees were frequently seen put the ball through the gauge – sometimes it was rejected, sometimes replaced. This process took place several times during the first session, largely due to the loss of the ball.In fact, the day 2 alone, the dukes ball was changed twice. After a 10 -year -old ball was replaced, Indian players have always expressed their dissatisfaction, causing another change in a few minutes.Even before the Lord’s test, Captain Shubman Gill and the Keeper of the Rishabh Pant had expressed their concerns concerning the Dukes ball becoming gentle and losing the form too often.
In the middle of the controversy, Joe Root of England seemed to take a subtle blow in India, saying that the teams must learn to adapt to the challenge.“Summer was hot, the squares are more difficult. There are not two identical bullets. You have to adapt and take it as a challenge, do not ask for a change,” said Root after the game of the day.
Root, who followed his century with a record socket, played a key role alongside Jofra Archer – who had a return with a counter – while England dominated day 2.England posted 387 in their first rounds and, in response, India reached 145 for 3 to Stums, following 242 points.“I think it’s a good score. It is already hot, dry and very slow. We have crucial races on the set. There is always something with which to work here … even if the ball becomes soft,” added Root.
