Toss Influenced Game, Says India All-Rounder Jadeja
India’s all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja said the toss had a noticeable impact on the outcome of the Test match played in Guwahati, suggesting that the decision to bat first gave the visiting side a clear advantage. He pointed out that the team which won the toss could dictate the flow of the game from the outset.
Momentum Turned After Decision
Jadeja explained that the early back-foot position forced the Indian batting side to play reactively rather than proactively. He added that the opposition, by choosing to bat first, capitalised on favourable conditions and built a platform that shaded pressure onto the Indian bowlers and lower-order batters. According to him, while conditions changed and helped the fielding side later, the initial momentum was already lost.
Key Takeaways from the Match
Reflecting on the broader match dynamics, Jadeja emphasised that winning the toss remains a significant advantage in Test cricket, especially when conditions give a slight edge to one discipline. He noted that despite the side’s efforts, batting under scoreboard pressure became increasingly difficult. He stressed the need for a sharper response in such scenarios to neutralise the impact of the toss in future matches.r
