Archive · 19 Jun 2025
Pujara Explains Challenges of Batting in England
Imagine you're hitting a ball in England!
Pujara, a cricket expert, says it's a mind game.
You have to think positively even when it's tough.
You might need to change how you hit: wait for the ball and hit it closer to your body.
This is because the ball swings and bounces.
After a fast, shorter game like the IPL, it is difficult to quickly adjust to the longer Test format.
The timing can be different!
Pujara thinks teams should have special players just for long games, so they get more practice with the longer games.
Cheteshwar Pujara, now a commentator, discusses the mental and technical challenges of batting in England.
Pujara emphasizes the importance of a positive mindset and adapting to challenging conditions.
He suggests adjusting technique, such as waiting for the ball and playing late, to succeed.
Pujara highlights the difficulty of transitioning from T20/IPL to Test cricket due to muscle memory.
He advocates for specialized red-ball squads to ensure the preservation and development of Test players.
- Who
- Cheteshwar Pujara
- What
- Cheteshwar Pujara discusses the challenges of batting in England.
- When
- Not explicitly mentioned, but the context is during a Test series in England.
- Where
- England
- Why
- To explain how to bat effectively in English conditions.
White Ball vs. Red Ball players
Test Specialists
Two different teams, or can it be one?
White Ball vs. Red Ball players
Many players are playing both formats.
Test Specialists
The formats require different skillsets and preparation.
- Expert
- Cheteshwar Pujara
- Current Role
- Commentator
- Focus
- Batting in England
- Key Advice
- Stay positive and adapt technique
- Challenge
- Transitioning from IPL to Tests
- Recommendation
- Specialized Test squads