Archive · 20 Jul 2026
India Focus on Bowling After ODI Series Loss
India lost the ODI series against England 2-1.
Former player Saba Karim said the batting team did well, with Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill scoring important runs.
However, the bowling team, especially the fast bowlers, needs more planning and experience, especially when Jasprit Bumrah is not playing.
Karim also said India should pick players based on the conditions and the opponent.
The next big test will be the five-match ODI series in New Zealand.
India lost the ODI series against England 2-1.
Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill performed well in the batting lineup.
The bowling department, especially pace bowling, needs more clarity and experience.
India should focus on selecting a wicket-taking wrist spinner.
The upcoming ODI series in New Zealand will be crucial for evaluating the team's combinations.
- Who
- Former India wicketkeeper-batter Saba Karim
- What
- Analyzed India's ODI series performance against England and outlined priorities for future tours.
- When
- After the conclusion of the ODI series.
- Where
- England
- Why
- To assess India's performance and plan for upcoming assignments.
Batting Strengths
Bowling Concerns
Batting Performance
Batting Strengths
Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill performed well, providing stability to the top order.
Bowling Concerns
The batting unit showed positives, but the bowling department needs more clarity, especially in pace bowling.
Bowling Strategy
Batting Strengths
The batting unit is settled and doesn't have major issues.
Bowling Concerns
The pace attack struggled in Bumrah's absence, and young bowlers need more experience.
- Series Result
- England won the ODI series 2-1.
- Key Batters
- Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill
- Bowling Concern
- Lack of experienced pace bowlers in Bumrah's absence
- Upcoming Tour
- Five-match ODI series in New Zealand
- Spinner Need
- Requirement for a wicket-taking wrist spinner