Alastair Cook hints at dropping struggling Broad in favour of Finn in Kolkata – Cricket News Update
Amid Broad’s struggle with the ball so far on the tour, http://www.senore.com/Cricket/ST-Finn-c2566 in the third Test against India, to be played at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, from December 5 to 9, 2012.
"It’s great that Finn is back and fully fit. He is a fine bowler. With his availability he has added competition to the squad. We have a big selection problem ahead which as a captain and coach you really want," Cook said while speaking to media persons here in Kolkata on the eve of the match.
"He (Finn) has got more pace than the other guys. He performed well here during the one day series," added the English skipper.
http://www.senore.com/Cricket/India-c750 A, bowled six overs in the nets at Eden Gardens on Monday without discomfort, and declared himself fit for selection for the crucial third Test.
"If I'm needed Wednesday, then I'll be ready to go. I feel in good rhythm. I'm in a good place," Finn had stated during a media interaction on the sidelines of the Eden Gardens after a practice session on Monday.
Broad played in the first two Tests of the four-match series, at Ahmedabad and http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Beau-Casson-c47541 in the town is that his reputation will not save him his place in the playing XI come the third Test on Wednesday.
Cook, however, defended the under-fire gangling seamer saying he was unlucky.
"He’s been unlucky. He has had two tough games. He’s a fantastic player and I’m glad that he is part of the squad," said Cook.
The four-match series is currently levelled at 1-1.
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