Indian all-rounder Hanuma Vihari is all set to feature in the upcoming World Test Championship final against New Zealand at the Ageas Bowl in Southampton. His county stint with Warwickshire has given him a much-needed experience with Dukes ball, as they will be used in the highly-anticipated finals.

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In April, Vihari made a disappointing debut for Warwickshire. He scored a 23-ball duck as he was dismissed by Stuart Broad.&nbsp;

"The overhead conditions play a part as well because when it is sunny, it gets a bit easier to bat, but when it is overcast, the ball moves all day," Vihari told ESPNcricinfo.&nbsp;

Vihari managed just one half-century in three County matches. He also said that his dismissal off Broad's dismissal pointed out the adjustments India's batsmen would have to make in England.

"I thought it was full enough for me to drive, but again, in England you have to be really certain with your shot selection," Vihari said.

"In India, you can get away with a push, or even if it is not there to drive, you can still get away driving on the up.

"If I were to play that ball a second time, I would try to play as late possible."

"In Australia it was more towards leg stump because there is no lateral movement there, so you can play beside the line of the ball," he added.

"Here, in England, you have to get more in line and judge the off stump more because of the movement of the ball."

Indian all-rounder Hanuma Vihari is all set to feature in the upcoming World Test Championship final against New Zealand at the Ageas Bowl in Southampton. His county stint with Warwickshire has given him a much-needed experience with Dukes ball, as they will be used in the highly-anticipated finals.

Indian all-rounder Hanuma Vihari is all set to feature in the upcoming World Test Championship final against New Zealand at the Ageas Bowl in Southampton. His county stint with Warwickshire has given him a much-needed experience with Dukes ball, as they will be used in the highly-anticipated finals. ALSO READ: Cricket: Ramiz Raja says Virat Kohli 'knows what he needs to do' in WTC finals In April, Vihari made a disappointing debut for Warwickshire. He scored a 23-ball duck as he was dismissed by Stuart Broad. "The overhead conditions play a part as well because when it is sunny, it gets a bit easier to bat, but when it is overcast, the ball moves all day," Vihari told ESPNcricinfo. Vihari managed just one half-century in three County matches. He also said that his dismissal off Broad's dismissal pointed out the adjustments India's batsmen would have to make in England. "I thought it was full enough for me to drive, but again, in England you have to be really certain with your shot selection," Vihari said. "In India, you can get away with a push, or even if it is not there to drive, you can still get away driving on the up. "If I were to play that ball a second time, I would try to play as late possible." "In Australia it was more towards leg stump because there is no lateral movement there, so you can play beside the line of the ball," he added. "Here, in England, you have to get more in line and judge the off stump more because of the movement of the ball."

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Hanuma Vihari and Ravichandran Ashwin's brave partnership in the third Test against Australia helped India escape the jaws of defeat at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Both batsmen stood their ground and faced the onslaught of Australian bowlers to manage a draw for the visitors.

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Vihari revealed the struggles of his partner (R Ashwin) during the match and gave the reason why the Chennai-based did not duck the bouncers bowled by Australia's world-class pace attack.&nbsp;

In an interview with Sports Today, Vihari said: “Funny thing happened, I asked Ashwin if he could flex his knees a little so that he could bend. And he said ‘if I bend my knees, I can’t bat because my back is gone’. That’s why he was standing up to the bouncers.

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“On a serious note, the way he batted out was superb. Because of his spasm, he couldn’t sit down, he stood throughout the innings. While he was starting to bat on Day 5, he was always standing in the dressing room as well. So that was his situation and to bat out for 4 hours is a compliment to his grit and determination,” Hanuma Vihari told Sports Today.

The duo stitched a 62-run partnership in 259 balls despite Vihari sustaining a serious hamstring injury during his innings and Ashwin suffering severe backache.

“The only thing that helped us was they bowled a lot of overs. But I wouldn’t say they were tired. The close-in fielders don’t help as well. You’re always under pressure. Only a small mistake and you’re gone. But like I said, as I was not able to run, I will play as close to the body as possible. I am not looking for runs. So, the basics helped there. The technique which I developed over the years helped me. That defensive technique helped me.

“Ashwin was also communicating in different languages if you could hear. Like he was talking to me in Tamil, Telugu, trying to make sure we survive. It’s important to communicate as well. Sometimes, we are scoring runs, you’ll be in your own zone. But when you’re looking to survive, that’s where the help came. Ash did that brilliantly with all his experience," he said.

Hanuma Vihari and Ravichandran Ashwin's brave partnership in the third Test against Australia helped India escape the jaws of defeat at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

Hanuma Vihari and Ravichandran Ashwin's brave partnership in the third Test against Australia helped India escape the jaws of defeat at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Both batsmen stood their ground and faced the onslaught of Australian bowlers to manage a draw for the visitors. ALSO READ: 'Virat Kohli the great batsman or a mediocre captain?': Bishan Singh Bedi opines Vihari revealed the struggles of his partner (R Ashwin) during the match and gave the reason why the Chennai-based did not duck the bouncers bowled by Australia's world-class pace attack. In an interview with Sports Today, Vihari said: “Funny thing happened, I asked Ashwin if he could flex his knees a little so that he could bend. And he said ‘if I bend my knees, I can’t bat because my back is gone’. That’s why he was standing up to the bouncers. ALSO READ: Hanuma Vihari reveals Rahul Dravid's message after Sydney heroics “On a serious note, the way he batted out was superb. Because of his spasm, he couldn’t sit down, he stood throughout the innings. While he was starting to bat on Day 5, he was always standing in the dressing room as well. So that was his situation and to bat out for 4 hours is a compliment to his grit and determination,” Hanuma Vihari told Sports Today. The duo stitched a 62-run partnership in 259 balls despite Vihari sustaining a serious hamstring injury during his innings and Ashwin suffering severe backache. “The only thing that helped us was they bowled a lot of overs. But I wouldn’t say they were tired. The close-in fielders don’t help as well. You’re always under pressure. Only a small mistake and you’re gone. But like I said, as I was not able to run, I will play as close to the body as possible. I am not looking for runs. So, the basics helped there. The technique which I developed over the years helped me. That defensive technique helped me. “Ashwin was also communicating in different languages if you could hear. Like he was talking to me in Tamil, Telugu, trying to make sure we survive. It’s important to communicate as well. Sometimes, we are scoring runs, you’ll be in your own zone. But when you’re looking to survive, that’s where the help came. Ash did that brilliantly with all his experience," he said.

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