Nasser Hussain Takes A Dig At Gill: 'If England Get A Draw, People Will Ask...'
Nasser Hussain says India is under pressure to win on day five at Edgbaston with rain possibly coming to the aid of England.
Former England captain Nasser Hussain believes the pressure is on India to secure victory in the second Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy Test, as day five will determine if Shubman Gill's team can claim the remaining seven wickets to level the series at Edgbaston.
The start of day five was delayed due to rain, complicating India's efforts after their strong defence of 608 with three wickets taken in the final session of day four. 'There is a lot of pressure on India. You must think a lot of England to set them 600."
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'The answer is clear. It would be a significant achievement for this team if they manage to do it. Additionally, India's late declaration last night should serve as motivation. They have given England a golden chance to escape without losing a match they should have been overwhelmed in. Use that to your advantage," he concluded.
(With inputs from IANS)
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