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Former England skipper Nasser Hussain issued a stern warning to India after England's stunning victory in the first Test, highlighting the visitors' resilience and labeling them as a team "not to be messed with." In his column for Sky Sports, Hussain commended England's unwavering determination and praised their steadfast approach, emphasizing their ability to back cricketers even in challenging situations.
Reflecting on the performance of premier batter Ollie Pope and debutant Tom Hartley, who orchestrated India's second innings collapse with a remarkable seven-wicket haul, Hussain acknowledged England's adherence to the Bazball approach in Hyderabad. England secured a 1-0 lead in the five-match series, prompting Hussain to assert that the visitors have demonstrated Bazball's effectiveness in Indian conditions.
While lauding India as favorites with a formidable side, Hussain urged them to learn from the wake-up call provided by England's success in the first Test. Despite India's potential to bounce back, Hussain emphasized that England's resilience and strategic approach make them a formidable force in the series.
The stage is set for an intriguing battle as India prepares to face England in the second Test in Visakhapatnam, and the cricketing world awaits to see how the hosts respond to England's statement of intent.