Preview:
The Test match series between England and India has been an intriguing contest so far. After India secured a thrilling victory at Lord’s, the hosts bounced back to win the third Test by an innings and 76 runs. The teams will now lock horns for the fourth test match on Thursday, September 2.
England will have their spirits high after beating India rather dominantly. India on the other hand is a strong side and will aim to punch above their weights to make an impact. It will be an interesting battle to watch out for.
Match Details:
England vs India, 4th Test Match
Venue: Kia Oval, London
Date & Time: September 2 at 3:30 PM IST
Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network
Pitch Report:
The pitch is expected to be inclined towards the batters. However, the bowlers will also get enough assistance from this surface. The new ball might provide some swing and bounce. The batters will have to stay firm and build on their innings.
Probable Playing XIs for ENG vs IND 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket
India
Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Chesteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli (c), Ajinkya Rahane, Rishabh Pant (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Ravi Ashwin, Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah
England
Rory Burns, Haseeb Hameed, Dawid Malan, Joe Root (c), Jonny Bairstow, Moeen Ali, Daniel Lawrence, Chris Woakes, Ollie Robinson, James Anderson, Craig Overton
Top Picks for ENG vs IND 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket
Joe Root has been the stand-out player for England in the series so far. The England captain has exuded splendid form and would be a good pick for this match. In the series so far, he has chipped in 507 runs.
KL Rahul has been pivotal for India. Alongside Rohit Sharma, the flying starts from him will be crucial for the side. He has scored 252 runs in the series so far and will be determined to perform well.
Ollie Robinson fashioned England’s victory in the third Test. He registered his five-wicket haul in the match. In the series so far, the pacer has scalped 16 wickets.
Suggested Playing XI No.1 for ENG vs IND 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket
Rishabh Pant, Jonny Bairstow, Rohit Sharma, Joe Root(c), Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja, Moeen Ali, KL Rahul(vc), Ollie Robinson, James Anderson, Jasprit Bumrah
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for ENG vs IND 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket
Rishabh Pant, Cheteshwar Pujara, Joe Root, Rohit Sharma(vc), Dawid Malan, Ravindra Jadeja, Moeen Ali, Ollie Robinson(c), James Anderson, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj
Captain and Vice-Captain Options:
Captain Options: Joe Root and Ollie Robinson
Vice-Captain Options: KL Rahul and Rohit Sharma
