Archive · 11 Jun 2025
Morkel Urges Reddy to Bowl More in England Tests
The Indian cricket team is preparing for a Test series in England.
The coach, Morne Morkel, wants Nitish Reddy, a good batsman, to also bowl more.
Reddy is trying to earn a spot in the team with Shardul Thakur.
Morkel believes Reddy's bowling can benefit the team and wants him to be more consistent.
The team needs to be match-fit to handle the cold weather and heavy outfields in England.
Jasprit Bumrah is ready to play.
Morne Morkel wants Nitish Reddy to bowl more overs in the upcoming Test series against England.
Reddy is competing with Shardul Thakur for a seam bowling all-rounder position.
Morkel wants Reddy to improve consistency in bowling.
The team is focusing on achieving match fitness.
Jasprit Bumrah is fit and ready for the series.
- Who
- India's team, including Nitish Kumar Reddy, Shardul Thakur, and Jasprit Bumrah.
- What
- India's preparation for the Test series against England.
- When
- Upcoming five-Test series.
- Where
- England.
- Why
- To prepare for the upcoming Test matches.
Nitish Reddy's Role
Shardul Thakur's Role
Team Balance
Nitish Reddy's Role
Focus on batting.
Shardul Thakur's Role
Develop into a bowling all-rounder.
- Focus
- Preparation for England Test series
- Coach's Focus
- Encouraging Nitish Reddy to bowl more
- Key Players
- Nitish Kumar Reddy, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah
- Match Fitness
- Key for performing in English conditions
Sources
Nitish or Shardul? Who will make the cut for 1st Test?
Nitish Reddy or Shardul Thakur? Team India's All-Rounder Dilemma
Had conversation with Nitish, want to see bowl more overs: Morne Morkel
Morne Morkel Wants Nitish Reddy To Bowl More In England: 'That Magical Ball..'
Had conversation with Nitish, want to see him bowl more overs: Morne Morkel