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Jonny Bairstow does not understand much into their win over Hyderabad XI in the warm-up game on Tuesday, saying to vie against India will be a different ball game. However, he was also satisfied with the way his side has ready for the upcoming series.
England thrash Hyderabad XI by a huge 253-run margin in their final warm-up game ahead of the five-match ODI series, beginning on Friday. Bairstow played a key role with a breezy century.
"It is clearly going to be a huge challenge. Coming to India, playing in the backyard of the world champions is challenge. We are satisfied with our arrangements so far.
"But without uncertainty, it will be a totally different challenge and a very tough one for the side. However, we are pleased with the way we have been prepare and confidently, we will go into it on the high of the two wins we had," Bairstow, who hit a magnificent 58-ball 104-run knock, told reporters. The young batsman was delighted at their leading performance.
"It was a fantastic, clinical presentation by the boys. We are clearly pleased with the way we started the game and posted a good total. Without doubt, everyone contribute. (Stuart) Meaker got three wickets in an over and the performances are pleasing. It is unbelievable to see everyone coming into the side," he said.
The batsman, who hit the six on the last ball of the innings to complete his ton, said he did not know that he was on 98. He pointed out that the scoreboard in the ground was small and he did not notice his person score.
