Former India cricketer Pravin Amre opened up on India’s decision to use turning tracks at home, a strategy he believes should help the team as they will not get favourable wickets abroad. However, recent outcomes have not favoured the hosts, with India suffering a 30-run defeat against South Africa in the first Test at Eden Gardens, their first home loss to the Proteas in 15 years. The second Test is scheduled for Saturday in Guwahati.

Commenting on whether India should continue preparing turning tracks despite the defeat, Amre told ANI, “It’s always a think-tank decision because they know what the strength of the team is and it’s always a home advantage. It’s also important to take that home advantage because when you tour abroad, you will never get that home advantage but it’s also impo

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