England's former captain, Paul Collingwood, predicts that the team will field four spinners against India in the second semifinal of the T20 World Cup. He believes that Adil Rashid, a "golden nugget" for England, will pose a significant challenge to Indian batters on the spin-friendly pitch at Providence Stadium.
Collingwood highlights Rashid's exceptional deception and ability to turn the ball both ways, making him a formidable force in T20 cricket. He acknowledges that Indian batsmen are generally adept at playing spin, but he believes that Rashid's current form could prove decisive.
Collingwood also suggests that England may consider fielding Moeen Ali, Liam Livingstone, and Will Jacks as additional spin options. He emphasizes the importance of Rashid's confidence and the spectacle of witnessing a top-form leg spinner facing some of the world's best batters.
On the other hand, former Australian spinner Brad Hogg believes that India will not include Yuzvendra Chahal in their playing XI, opting instead for Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, and Kuldeep Yadav. He cites the dry wicket conditions and India's depth in spin as reasons for this decision.
Hogg praises Kuldeep and Axar for their effectiveness against left-handers and suggests that Jadeja would be a better choice than Chahal if the pitch does not favor spin. He emphasizes Jadeja's all-round abilities and his ability to perform well in various conditions.
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