With the fifth and ultimate Test of the closely-contested sequence between India and England slated to start out on March 7, wicketkeeper-batter Jonny Bairstow has stated that enjoying his one hundredth long-format match means “hell of a lot” England’s fifth recreation in opposition to India at Dharamshala will mark Bairstow’s one hundredth Test look after head coach Brendon McCullum confirmed his place within the enjoying XI. The 34-year-old has been underwhelming within the sequence as he has amassed simply 170 runs in 4 Test matches. Speaking on the pre-match press convention, Bairstow talked concerning the pitch at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium and stated that it is a used wicket from the Ranji Trophy match.

He additionally praised the bottom workers for doing an “amazing job”.

“Playing 100 Tests means a hell of a lot. It’s a used pitch from the Ranji Trophy last month… let’s see. Ground staff have done an amazing job with the pitch considering the weather we have had here. They have done a great job with the outfield here in Dharamshala. Looks good. The ground is one of the most picturesque venues in the world,” he stated.

England have misplaced three matches in succession within the sequence after clinching victory within the first Test.

The guests had their possibilities, notably in Rajkot and Ranchi, however India got here again sturdy on each events to win.

India and England nonetheless have World Test Championship factors to realize in Dharamsala, despite the fact that the sequence is set. India are on high of the World Test Championship standings with factors proportion of 64.58 whereas England are ranked eighth on factors desk.