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Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium: As England prepares for a challenging five-match Test series against India, fast-bowler Gus Atkinson revealed his strategy of focusing on short and sharp spells to make a significant impact.

Set to commence on January 25 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, this series marks England's second venture in the third cycle of the World Test Championship.

Atkinson, making his Test debut, expressed his eagerness to contribute by employing short and impactful spells. "People talk about your pace, and you get picked because you can bowl quick. Short, sharp spells in India is probably the way I imagine it going. Sort of an impact bowler," said Atkinson to ESPNcricinfo.