Indian attack needs tweaking

Ganguly must ensure that India learn from the setback in the first Test and don't repeat the mistakes, especially those of the first two days, writes Ian Chappell.

As a captain I always felt the team learned more from a loss or a bad game than they ever gained from a victory. Sourav Ganguly must ensure that India learn from the setback in the first Test and don't repeat the mistakes, especially those of the first two days. The trick for Ganguly -- with another Test following so quickly -- will be the balancing act between ensuring the lessons are learned, while also making certain the team doesn't dwell on their bad play.

The signs were there on the third day that the Indians were learning on the job, judging by the way the tailenders defied the Australian bowlers. They then backed up this impression when the spinners made runs difficult to come by for the Australia.

If India are to beat or even match Australia, this is the type of determination and skill that must be displayed from Day One. Most of what Ganguly has to do before the Chennai Test can be put in the category of leadership but there is one tactical ploy that could make a huge difference. The balance of his attack requires a bit of tweaking.

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