The Oval Test will go down as one of the most enthralling games played and witnessed at the iconic venue. The rumblings of the game, which India snatched from England right at the end, just refuse to die. The English were coasting to victory, but floundered big time. Ollie Pope, captaining the side in the absenceContinue reading “Is England Rudderless Without Ben Stokes ?”
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India The Happier Side On A Tricky Oval Pitch As Day 1 Ends
Ollie Pope won a crucial toss and invited India to bat on a pitch that had both seam and swing in abundance. The overcast conditions further accentuated the movement of the ball. The Indian batters were to be tested. They had to dig deep to survive. Yashasvi Jaiswal had a mixed tour after his centuryContinue reading “India The Happier Side On A Tricky Oval Pitch As Day 1 Ends”
Pope To Lead As England Rest Stokes For The Final Test Against India
There was surprise in the air as England announced the playing XI for the 5th and final Test against India, to be played at the Oval starting tomorrow. Ollie Pope shall captain the team in place of the rested Ben Stokes. With 4 changes made to the team that played at Old Trafford, Jacob Bethell,Continue reading “Pope To Lead As England Rest Stokes For The Final Test Against India”