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| October 25, 2006 | Wednesday | Shawwal 1, 1427 |
India will be tough to beat: Bravo
AHMEDABAD, Oct 24: West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo said on Tuesday India would be tough to beat in the Champions Trophy tournament despite his team's recent impressive record against them.
The West Indies clash with India in their second Group A league match here on Thursday. Both teams have won their opening games, with India beating England and the West Indies defeating world champions Australia.
India have lost five of their last seven One-day Internationals against the West Indies in recent months, but Bravo said his team would find it tough to deliver in different conditions.
“The Indian batting line-up is up and down and some of their players are not in form, but they are always comfortable at home. We are aware the conditions will be different, but we are looking forward to the challenge,” said Bravo.
The West Indies defeated India 4-1 in a home one-day series in May and once in a triangular series in Malaysia.
Bravo played a key role in his team's series triumph against India at home, scoring two half-centuries and taking eight wickets with his seam bowling, his deceptive slower delivery being the talking point.
“We go into the match with confidence as we have an edge over India in recent one-dayers,” said Bravo.
“We play two games here (against India and England). Guys are working hard on batting and fielding. I am sure all the batsmen will put their hands up when the situation arises.”—AFP
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