• Prasidh Krishna found himself at the receiving end of intense criticism from fans after yet another poor bowling display.

  • Harry Brook and Jamie Smith smashed counterattack centuries on Day 3 of the second Test.

ENG vs IND: Fans slam Prasidh Krishna for disastrous bowling spell on Day 3 of Edgbaston Test
Fans troll Prasidh Krishna for his poor bowling in 2nd Test (Image Source: X)

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Team India pacer Prasidh Krishna found himself at the receiving end of intense criticism from fans after yet another poor bowling display on Day 3 of the second Test against England at Edgbaston on Friday, July 4. With England looking to rebuild after early setbacks, Prasidh’s lack of control and ineffective short-ball strategy allowed the hosts to bounce back and seize the initiative.

Prasidh Krishna leaks runs at alarming rate

After a disappointing outing in the first Test—where he conceded 220 runs in 35 overs at an economy of 6.2—hopes were high for Prasidh to show signs of improvement. However, the right-arm pacer once again failed to find rhythm or consistency. He bowled 8 overs on Day 3 and gave away 61 runs at an economy of over 7, without taking a wicket.

The turning point came when young batter Jamie Smith tore into Prasidh in a single over, smashing 23 runs including four fours and a six. The pacer’s repeated use of short-pitched deliveries, which had already proven ineffective earlier in the series, continued to backfire as England wrested control in the middle session.

Social media erupts with brutal reactions

Cricket fans across the country expressed their frustration online, with many calling Prasidh a “liability” and questioning his selection in the playing XI. Critics were particularly harsh about his predictability, lack of variation, and inability to adjust to Test match demands.

Here’s how fans reacted:

Prasidh’s form has now become a major concern for India’s think tank, especially in a format that demands discipline and adaptability. With England’s batters growing in confidence, India’s hopes of leveling the series may hinge on tightening their bowling efforts and possibly reconsidering their pace combination for the upcoming matches.

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