3 Reasons why England are struggling more than India in their own backyard

England v India: Specsavers 3rd Test - Day Five
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#2 Over-reliance on Stuart Broad and James Anderson

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England has one of the best pace attacks in the world, the prime reason being the pair of Stuart Broad and James Anderson. They have completely outplayed their opponents in the English Conditions.

But the batting form of the team has been a cause of worry for a long time and this has put a lot of pressure on the pacers. This makes us think that they are over-reliant on them and other bowlers. So, the batsmen need to step up if they have to dominate at home.


#3 The intent of the players

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They have become a force to reckon with in shorter formats.

Previously, there used to be a time when England used to play almost the same team in all the formats of the game. They lacked intent but it all changed after Eion Morgan took over as captain of the ODI team.

Since then, they have dominated the ODI format breaking many records in the process. But the same intent may have led to the downfall of their Batsman in test cricket as they always seem to possess an attacking mindset.

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