India vs England Headingley Leeds Pitch Report: Pitch report of Headingley Leeds, winning the toss and batting or bowling first, what will India and England choose

Earlier this week, the pitch looked extremely green for the Test match. There was no difference between the outfield and the pitch. However, before the match starts on June 20, the ground staff will work hard on it! There will still be a good layer of grass, but most of the grass below will remain dry. The heat is going on in England at this time, in such a situation, it may be that the surface will gradually stabilize as the game moves forward. Fast bowlers should get help on the first day and the second day, but as the game progresses, the batting will become easier.

Rain is forecast on the second, third and fifth of the match, although sporadic rains are expected. This may mean that the upper conditions are largely covered with clouds. This can help in adapt to the pitch for a long time fast bowlers as moisture content on the deck does not dry easily.

Handingley’s fast pitch trouble for India
Handingley is a place where India’s fast bowlers have had to struggle to control and make inroads. Historically, India’s fast bowlers have bowled with a bad strike-rate of 80 on this ground, which means wicket once in 80 balls! The average becomes even more (39.68). Jasprit Bumrah will need support from other fast bowlers.

Bat first or bowling first after winning the toss
This can be difficult for both sides. Since January 2010, England have opted to bowl in Headingley, winning twice and defeat, as well as a match draw. Opponents asked to bowl thrice and won all three. Overall, Ben Stokes will be happy to bowl first. Especially given that Indian batting line-up is going through a change at this time. The second factor is also that the host team likes to chase the target, as has been proved many times during the Stokes-Maculam era.