February 27, 2011

India vs England: Watch out for these clashes

Yuvraj vs Broad

Yuvraj created an unforgettable moment when he smashed Stuart Broad for six sixes in an over during the inaugural World Twenty20 in the West Indies in September 2007. Four years later, as the two meet again on a big stage, things have changed drastically. Yuvraj isn't the same batsman anymore, at least in terms of form, while Broad is now a much improved bowler.

Harbhajan vs Collingwood

India's biggest ace in this match should be Harbhajan Singh. On a wicket that should help spinners, the Turbanator will be a major source of worry for Andrew Strauss & Co. It will require someone to play him with a sensible head, and the one man who could do this, is Paul Collingwood.

Sehwag vs Anderson

The batsman England would fear the most is Virender Sehwag. With the new ball, England would depend on James Anderson somehow get rid of Sehwag. Anderson, hugely effective on wickets that aid swing, would have to devise a way to avoid Sehwag's burgeoning blade. If he does get Viru early, Anderson will be the toast of his teammates.

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