Prasidh Krishna proved to be quite expensive with the ball during the first Test at Headingley. India suffered a five-wicket defeat against England in the opening Test at Headingley, Leeds. Despite setting a daunting target of 371 runs in the fourth innings, the Indian bowlers couldn’t hold their ground. England chased down the total comfortably, capitalizing on India’s lack of breakthroughs and poor economy rates.
Prasidh Krishna, in particular, struggled throughout the match. The right-arm pacer recorded an economy rate of over 6.0 in both innings. He gave away 128 runs in 20 overs in the first innings and conceded 92 runs in 15 overs in the second.
While Krishna did manage to pick up three wickets in the first innings and two in the second, his inexperience in the longer format showed. Prasidh Krishna has featured in only four Test matches for India so far. Shardul Thakur also had a tough outing, conceding runs at an economy rate exceeding 5.0 across both innings.
“It’s My Responsibility to Improve”: Prasidh Krishna on Reducing Bowling Economy
Indian pacer Prasidh Krishna admitted to falling short in maintaining a tight economy rate during the Headingley Test against England. Speaking to Cricbuzz, the fast bowler acknowledged his struggles with consistency but emphasized his intent to bowl with discipline.
“Every time I come on to bowl, my aim is always to deliver a maiden over. I never try to concede boundaries or easy runs,” Prasidh said. “The Headingley outfield was quick, and to be honest, my lengths and lines weren’t spot-on. They went after me — some runs came from edges, and some from bouncers I attempted that didn’t land well.”
The 29-year-old further stated that improving his economy rate remains a key focus as the series progresses. “I definitely want to bring that economy down as much as possible. I’m learning with every game — it’s my responsibility to get better. I’m working hard, and my goal is to come back stronger with improved numbers,” he added.
Prasidh Krishna India’s bowling attack lacked cohesion in the first Test, with only Jasprit Bumrah delivering a standout performance by claiming a five-wicket haul in the first innings. The rest of the bowlers struggled to provide effective support, raising the possibility of changes in India’s playing XI for the second Test.
Prasidh Krishna The upcoming match is scheduled for July 2 at Edgbaston, Birmingham — a venue where India has never registered a Test win against England. Ben Stokes’ side currently leads the five-match series 1-0.
