Published 12:08 IST, July 8th 2020

Sachin Tendulkar interviews Brian Lara, predicts 2 WI players who will trouble England

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar and Brian Lara previewed the England vs West Indies series which marks the return of cricket after a three-month lockdown.

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England vs West Indies series marks return of cricketing action after a three-month absence due to coronavirus pandemic. Jason Holder's side will face off against England at Rose Bowl in Southampton on Wednesday in first Test match of three-match Test series. With occasion of England vs West Indies series promising exciting action for cricket fans across globe, it was only fitting that cricket legends Sachin Tendulkar and Brian Lara preview series. 

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Sachin Tendulkar, Brian Lara lavish praise of WI skipper Jason Holder

In what was a major surprise for his fans, Sachin Tendulkar donned  journalist's hats on Wednesday and interviewed Brain Lara in a virtual session to preview England vs West Indies series. In chat with Master Blaster, Windies legend claimed that captain Jason Holder and fast bowler Kemar Roach are key players for Men in Maroon. B

Brian Lara lavished heavy praise on West Indian all-rounder and claimed that 28-year-old Holder can have a Graeme Smith sort of an impact on West Indies cricket. ' Prince of Trinidad' said that West Indies Cricket Board should trust Jason Holder and backed his leadership skills. Sachin Tendulkar also praised World's .1 Test all-rounder Jason Holder and claimed that West Indies skipper is still one of most underrated players in world cricket. Sachin added that Holder contributes immensely with both bat and bakl and is one of best in business. 

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Sachin Tendulkar claims Kemar Roach is a 'complete fast bowler' in a chat with Brian Lara

In his chat with Sachin Tendulkar, Brian Lara also named Shai Hope and Kemar Roach as touring players to watch out for during England vs West Indies series. Roach was leading wicket-taker when England toured West Indies last year and will hope to repeat his heroics when he takes field on Wednesday. Brian Lara hoped that Shai Hope can replicate successes in longest format of game, having struggled to make a significant contribution so far in his career.

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Speaking of Kemar Roach, Sachin Tendulkar said that with his experience, pacer has developed into a complete fast bowler and kws when to hit pedal hard. Master Blaster added that 32-year-old will be key to West Indian side during England vs West Indies series with his ability to pick wickets and also with his truckload of experience. 

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Eng vs WI live streaming

Fans can watch live telecast of England vs West Indies series on Sony Six, Sony Six HD, Sony Ten 1 & Sony Ten 1 HD. Viewers can also watch ENG vs WI live streaming on Sony LIV app from 3.30 PM IST. For scorecard updates of England vs West Indies, one can keep tabs on social media accounts of England Cricket, West Indies Cricket and ICC. Cricket Australia's official website (cricket.com.au) will also provide live streaming of England vs West Indies test match online. 

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12:08 IST, July 8th 2020