Shami reveals India's master plan to tackle Jonny Bairstow in 4th Test

Bairstow injured his finger during the second day of the Nottingham Test. However, the conditions are now better and he is looking forward to the next face-off.

Indian speedster Mohammad Shami has revealed the master plan to attack injured wicketkeeper-batsman Jonny Bairstow who declared himself fit to play in the fourth Test. Shami stated that the Indian bowling unit will target the 'weak zone' of the English stumper when he comes to bat in Southampton.

Bairstow injured his finger during the second day of the Nottingham Test. However, the conditions are now better and he is looking forward to the next face-off.

Meanwhile, Shami shared a few words to restrict Bairstow who also happens to be England's highest run-scorer in the series.

“When you see that a batsman has a weakness and he feels uncomfortable in some way, you’d prefer to work on that aspect,” Shami said at the pre-match press conference.

“It’s not just me, any fast bowler will want to target his weak zone. So we will definitely look at that.”

Praising the Indian bowling unit, Shami said, “Our country has got such a bowling attack after a long time and if you compare one on one (with England or any opponent), we have better bowlers.”

“Now the culture is different that you cannot look at batting alone. We have such good skilled pace bowlers that they are idols for young kids and junior cricketers. India's best pace attack is in front of you and performing and helping the team win,” he added.

After making a terrific comeback in the previous match and beating England by 203 runs, team Indian look to gather momentum in order to equalise the rubber 2-2. the fourth Test will be played on Thursday at The Rose Bowl cricket ground in Southampton.