In the aftermath of the Manchester Test draw, former Australian cricketer Brad Haddin has slammed England’s Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett for sledging Indian batters Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar. Haddin defended the Indian duo’s decision to continue batting for personal milestones even after a draw seemed inevitable and warned that such behavior from the English players may not go unnoticed when Australia meet them in the Ashes.
Haddin, speaking to LiSTNR Sport, criticized England’s reaction to India’s defiance in chasing centuries. He said that the Aussies will closely watch how players like Crawley and Duckett respond when things don’t go their way.
Haddin Praises India’s Grit, Slams England’s Frustration
The fourth Test had seen a dramatic final hour when England captain Ben Stokes offered a handshake to end the match early. However, Jadeja and Sundar, batting in their 90s and 80s respectively, continued to play, seeking personal milestones. This move angered some English players, leading to on-field comments from Crawley and Duckett. Jadeja handled it with humor, but Haddin pointed out the unnecessary pressure from England, suggesting that they should focus on their dropped catches instead.
Haddin supported Stokes’ decision to bring in part-timer Harry Brook to finish the match, preserving energy ahead of the Oval Test. However, he firmly backed India’s right to continue batting, adding that they earned every minute on that pitch through sheer grit and determination.
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