James Anderson and Stuart Broad not being part of the England tour feels like a big relief for Rishabh Pant.
Key Point:
- James Anderson and Stuart Broad have retired from international cricket.
- Rishabh Pant seems quite happy about their absence.
England’s legendary duo, James Anderson and Stuart Broad, recently retired from international cricket. Their absence will be deeply felt in the upcoming Test series against India, starting June 20. Together, they took a staggering 1,308 wickets over the course of their careers.
Team India’s Leadership:
After the retirement of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill is leading the team, with Rishabh Pant appointed as the vice-captain. However, despite the absence of Anderson and Stuart Broad in the England squad, Pant has made it clear that he won’t be underestimating their team.
Rishabh Pant Statement:
Speaking at a pre-match press conference at Headingley, Pant said, “It honestly feels great when those two aren’t around. They’ve been playing for England for so many years, and I’ve only been here for a couple of tours. But at the same time, England’s bowling line-up still has plenty of firepower. We’re not going to take anyone lightly, especially since our own team is quite young and still trying to evolve. We’ll play our brand of cricket, respect the bowlers, and if needed, respect the opposition too.”
IND vs ENG Test Journey From 2007:
India last won a Test series in England back in 2007, and more recently, they defeated England 4-1 at home. However, their record on English soil hasn’t been as impressive. For years, Anderson and Broad stood as pillars of England’s bowling attack, posing tough challenges for the Indian side. But Rishabh Pant believes this is a golden opportunity for India’s young and relatively inexperienced players to step up and make a strong impact throughout the series.
He said, “There’s no denying the fact that for many years, England heavily relied on Broad and Anderson as their main bowlers, so naturally, this bowling line-up lacks a bit of experience. I believe this is a great opportunity for some of the younger, less experienced players to make their mark throughout the series.”
