Southampton: The India v/s England test series has seen some of the most nail-biting moments and tight games. But, in the fourth test match played at Southampton, England won the match eventually by having a 3-1 lead in the series.

According to England’s team analysis, it’s high time to chalk out a strategic plan in the upcoming final match and the future series. This series has become an eyeopener for the Englishmen, as they have closely encountered failure against India. Most of the matches were close calls, yet England regained its confidence at the last minute when India began to struggle.

England’s pitch, known for its pace, created some of the toughest conditions for both the teams, which served as a test of their batting skills. Generally, the assumption is that a team roars in its own country but, not beyond its borders. This is applicable to the English team, as there were flaws in their fielding and batting, whereas India portrayed itself as a strong contender and held maintained its reputation.

Virat Kohli, on the other hand becomes the first Indian cricketer to reach the 4000 mark in test match, moving step ahead of the former skipper MS Dhoni. He achieved it with a splendid display of batting skills in Southampton on Sunday. Virat summed up an average of 68.00 to achieve this milestone. This marks the consistency and as said a mirror to the appreciation by the sports analysts.

After having said the pros and cons of both the teams, it is time to watch out for the final showdown in Kennington Oval, London, which will a give a clear picture of improvisation.