Green top or dust bowl? Rohit Sharma & Pat Cummins still in dark over Oval Pitch

48 Hours to Go for IND vs AUSWTC Final 2023

With just two days left for the India versus Australia World Test Championship Final 2023, both captains, Rohit Sharma and Pat Cummins, are still in the dark regarding the Oval Pitch. All four center wickets have a slight green hue that favors seamers. This is the first time that the Oval is hosting a Test match in June, as usually it is at the end of the English summer that this kind of cricket is played on the dry surface.

Rohit Sharma’s Thoughts on the Oval Pitch

Rohit Sharma discussed the Oval pitch, saying that it is nice to know the pattern of scoring runs there as it is one of the best batting wickets in England. He noted that you get value for your shots, the square boundaries are quite quick, and it is about giving yourself the best chance of having success there.

Unusual Timing of the Test Match

The unusual timing of the Test match has created a bit of a problem as spinners and batters usually get more out of the dry surface at the end of the English summer. However, the captains are still hopeful that the green tinge of the wickets will favor the seamers.

Conclusion

With only 48 hours to go until the India versus Australia World Test Championship Final 2023, both captains are still uncertain about the Oval Pitch. All four center wickets have a slight green hue that favors the seamers, but the unusual timing of the Test match has created a bit of a problem. Nevertheless, Rohit Sharma is hoping to get value for his shots and give himself the best chance of success.

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