India and Australia to Face off in the World Test Championship Final
India will be competing in the World Test Championship (WTC) final for the second time in a row, this time against top-ranked Australia, in a summit clash at the Oval in London, beginning Wednesday, June 07. Although India had to secure a home series in order to qualify, the first two Tests in Nagpur and Delhi showed that the Indian spinners were too formidable for the Aussies, who were able to salvage a draw in Ahmedabad.
Indian Batsmen to be Tested by English Conditions
The final is set to be played in England, where the surface favours seam, swing, and pace. Indian batsmen have traditionally been tested by quick deliveries, but with most of them in good form, the Rohit Sharma-led team shouldn’t be written off. Furthermore, if the weather continues to remain dry, as it has been in London for the past few weeks, the wicket may flatten out and the batters could be in a better position.
Conclusion
India and Australia will be clashing in the World Test Championship final, with the latter being the top-ranked team. The English conditions are likely to give the Indian batsmen a hard time, but with the team in good form, they shouldn’t be discounted. The weather could be a deciding factor, as a dry pitch may well favour the Indian batters.