The third Test at Lord's marked an impressive win for England after their loss at Edgbaston. As they prepare for the fourth Test, Liam Dawson returns after an eight-year absence, recognized as the top all-round spinning option. Dawson's experience enhances the team's strength. Ben Stokes trusts him to manage fielding effectively. India might introduce Kuldeep Yadav to their lineup, supporting the strategy given the dry Old Trafford pitch, known to facilitate spin as the match progresses.
Liam Dawson returns after an eight-year Test absence. He is recognised as the best all-round spinning option in the country and is a better cricketer now than in 2016.
Ben Stokes can be confident that if he throws the ball to Dawson on day one or day five, he has the experience and knowhow to set fields accordingly.
India may also have a fresh left-arm spinning option if, as rumoured, Kuldeep Yadav comes into the side in Manchester.
The Old Trafford surface tends to be dry and abrasive, and this pitch would make sense for Kuldeep to come in.
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