The Indian cricket team remains calm and confident despite the absence of key players, including Virat Kohli, as they prepare for the second Test against England. Wicketkeeper K.S. Bharat expressed the team's readiness and trust in their bench strength, emphasizing the relaxed atmosphere within the squad.
Sarfaraz Khan and Rajat Patidar, two batsmen who will be making their Test debuts, showed Bharat the team's confidence in their ability to rise to the occasion. He delivered the message from the coach and captain to remain composed and play well as a team.
Acknowledging the setback in the first Test, Bharat mentioned the team's resilience and their history of bouncing back after being 1-0 down in a series. Despite England's Ollie Pope's impressive performance, Bharat reassured that the team remains composed and has a plan to counter the opposition bowlers.
Bharat talked about the team's familiarity with the tracks and their flexibility when discussing the playing conditions. He underlined that the batsmen should be allowed to play any shot they choose, including sweeps and reverse sweeps, based on what the team needs.
Looking ahead to the upcoming Test, Bharat highlighted the team's focus on playing good cricket over the five days. While the pitch is expected to be a turning track, Bharat expressed the team's eagerness to face the challenge and emphasized their commitment to performing well in the series.
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