Prasidh Krishna Vows to Sharpen Bowling Accuracy, Curb Run Rate in Future Tests

Prasidh Krishna is determined to lower his economy rate and improve his bowling lengths in future Tests. After playing four Tests, Krishna has an economy rate of 5.07, which he acknowledges needs improvement.

Prasidh Krishna looking to bounce back after a costly spell in Leeds © Getty

The Headingley defeat highlighted this issue, with Krishna conceding 6.28 runs per over and Shardul Thakur 5.56. Their inability to maintain pressure as change bowlers increased India's problems after Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj's spells.

Krishna stated, "Every time I come into bowl, I'm definitely looking to bowl a maiden and I'm not really trying to give away boundaries or anything. The outfield [at Headingley] was fast, the lengths, lines that I bowled were not perfect to be honest at most times, and they took me on."

He also admitted to overcompensating with shorter lengths to avoid being driven, which resulted in conceding runs. However, he emphasized his willingness to take risks for wickets, even if it means a higher economy rate temporarily.

"I had a few conversations with a few of them about this game. I definitely would want to bring that [economy] down to whatever best I can do, and yeah, I think I'm learning as well," Krishna added. He acknowledged his responsibility to improve and is focusing on putting in the necessary work to achieve better numbers.

Analyzing his lengths, Krishna noted that he bowled shorter than ideal at Headingley. Historically, the ground favors bowlers who hit the good length area (6-8 metres). Krishna bowled 104 of his 211 balls short of this length, conceding 7.54 runs per over despite taking three wickets with this strategy.

Krishna explained his reluctance to bowl fuller was due to the fear of being driven. He also admitted struggling to adjust to the slope at the ground, taking "complete responsibility" for not executing his desired lengths.

With Jasprit Bumrah expected to miss at least two of the remaining four Tests due to workload management, Krishna faces increased responsibility in both attack and defense.

He highlighted the team's culture of learning from each other, including Bumrah's guidance. While experience is crucial, Krishna and the team are excited about the opportunity to step up.

Beyond bowling, Krishna is also focused on improving his batting. Following India's batting collapses at Headingley, the lower order is working hard in the nets to contribute more runs.

"As the lower order batsmen, we definitely are working on it... if you look at our nets session, we are putting in the work," Krishna said. He emphasized the importance of trusting their skills and spending more time at the crease.