Harry Brook Blamed Smog For Kolkata Loss

After England's poor performance against Indian spin in Kolkata, Harry Brook, the team's young batsman and vice captain, has blamed the city's infamous haze for the situation. During their match at Eden Gardens, England's struggles against spin bowling were evident, casting doubt on their ability to adjust to subcontinental conditions.

Brook Statement

Speaking to reporters after the match, Brook hypothesized that the team's struggles may have been exacerbated by the dense fog that settled over Kolkata. "We're not used to it back home, and the visibility wasn't great," Brook remarked. "It makes tracking the ball a little more difficult, especially under lights, but it's not an excuse."

England Batting Struggled

The Indian spinners' small changes were difficult for England's batting lineup to understand, and players like Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav took advantage of the situation. The host team's bowlers were strong at using drift and spin, which left the English batters left by the pitch and the bowlers' abilities.

Smog Issued In Kolkata

Even though Kolkata's fog is a regular problem, especially in the winter, Brook's words caused discussion among cricket commentators and supporters. While some contend that England's difficulties may have been enhanced by the surrounding environment, others counter that the visiting team's difficulties are more a result of their technical weaknesses when facing top-tier spin bowling.

England Bounce Back After Kolkata Loss

The second Twenty20 International match betweenIndia and  England in Chennai is scheduled for January 25. Their primary goal will be to address their capacity to spin. The team's success has demonstrated the value of flexibility and preparedness when dealing with the particular difficulties of cricket in the subcontinent, regardless of whether the fog in Kolkata played a role.