Reddy made his Test debut on the tour of Australia last year and scored a Test hundred at the MCG in last year\u2019s Boxing Day Test. As of now, he is fighting for a seam bowling all-rounder\u2019s slot in the playing eleven alongside Shardul Thakur. In two red-ball games against England Lions, Reddy bowled 26.5 overs, though he didn\u2019t outrightly nail the all-rounder's slot.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"For sure, the more bowling options we can have, that's great. He's skilful. He's a guy who can bowl that magical ball, so for him it's about creating that consistency, it's something we want to work on, and it's important for his game as well. I\u2019ve had conversations where I've challenged him to bowl a bit more.\"<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"I want to see the ball more in his hands. We all know what he can do with the bat. For a team, if we can have the bowling options, especially in these conditions, I think he'll be exciting and can complement this bowling attack,\" said Morkel to reporters on the sidelines of India\u2019s training session on Wednesday.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Asked what would be the balance of India\u2019s bowling combination, Morkel said, \u201cIn terms of the balance, we\u2019ve been very happy with that. But for us as a bowling unit, finding that gear that we\u2019re going to need in Test matches is going to be important.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWe\u2019ve spoken a lot about how we\u2019re going to go about playing and match-up with England. But I think so far we\u2019re on the right way in terms of doing the preparation. For us, like you say, when it comes to match day, with the ball, it\u2019s about execution.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Morkel also said he has been blown away by Jasprit Bumrah's rhythm and intensity in the practice sessions so far, but stated that the management would be smart in managing him through the summer. Before leaving for England, head coach Gautam Gambhir said Bumrah wouldn\u2019t play all five Test matches due to workload management.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"He knows how to get himself ready; he knows how to prepare. I was blown away to see the energy on the ball over the last three days. So, that's just very exciting to see. I'm happy his body is in good shape at the moment.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"We'll manage him with that. We'll be smart with him because he's obviously key for us, but in terms of the first three net sessions, a lot to be excited watching him bowl with the Dukes ball,\" he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
According to Morkel, India\u2019s bowlers have to start strongly to overcome England\u2019s aggressive batting lineup, which is known to capitalise on any errors. \u201cIt\u2019s one thing judging a net session, but for our guys to stand in the field, getting used to doing 90 overs in the field, that\u2019s going to take some time.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWe need to realise that, and we need to be patient with that. We need to find a way to get up to speed as quickly as possible because that\u2019s going to be a real test. England, with the brand of cricket they play, we need to be on top of our game. We can't afford to find our feet in this series.\"<\/p>\r\n\r\n
According to Morkel, India\u2019s bowlers have to start strongly to overcome England\u2019s aggressive batting lineup, which is known to capitalise on any errors. \u201cIt\u2019s one thing judging a net session, but for our guys to stand in the field, getting used to doing 90 overs in the field, that\u2019s going to take some time.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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