‘Don’t think there will be much trouble…’: Dinesh Karthik predicts India’s dominance despite Bangladesh’s historical win against Pakistan – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Dinesh Karthik has expressed doubts about Bangladesh‘s skill to problem India within the upcoming Check collection, regardless of Bangladesh’s latest success in Pakistan. Talking on India’s prospects on Cricbuzz, Karthik emphasised that successful in opposition to India on house soil is a major problem.
“I personally do not assume so. I feel beating India in India is a humongous process.Bangladesh has performed effectively in Pakistan. However no, I do not assume there can be a lot bother for India to beat Bangladesh,” Karthik remarked.
Discussing India’s squad choice, Karthik highlighted the potential of together with younger pacer Harshit Rana. Nevertheless, he famous that the group already has 4 established medium pacers.”Might there be an opportunity for Harshit Rana? I believed he bowled very effectively, one thing very particular about him. They have already got 4 medium pacers, who’re good medium pacers. So, it is a good group,” Karthik mentioned.
Karthik additionally urged that India would possibly put together pace-friendly pitches for the collection, which might assist in opposition to Bangladesh and function preparation for the upcoming collection in opposition to Australia.
“I get the sensation India’s going to play on barely pace-oriented pitches, realizing that it is a great way to beat Bangladesh. Additionally, they are going to be getting ready for the Australian Check collection. I feel they may solely play with two spinners—Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja—adopted by three quick bowlers,” he defined.

Relating to KL Rahul‘s function within the group, Karthik praised his enchancment as a wicketkeeper however voiced considerations concerning the bodily calls for of protecting in Check matches.
“KL Rahul is an excellent keeper, who has improved so much. And I do not assume it is truthful to name him a part-time wicketkeeper anymore,” Karthik acknowledged. He added, “Preserving in Check cricket is tough work throughout 5 days, and he is had his struggles with accidents. He has a again he must care for in the long term. So, I do not assume it is truthful to entrust him with the protecting spot. However I genuinely really feel he’ll make it as a batter and do rather well this season.”
With the collection in opposition to Bangladesh approaching, Crew India seems well-prepared with robust batting and bowling items.