Why are England not sending the best team for start of an iconic series versus India: Nasser Hussain The former England captain said the non-selection of Jonny Bairstow needs to be reconsidered. Updated Jan 24, 2021 · 09:17 pm Nasser Hussain file image | Andrew Boyers / Reuters Former England captain Naseer Hussain believes the selectors have made a mistake by deciding to rest Jonny Bairstow for the first two Tests of the four-match series against India, starting February 5 in Chennai. Hussain has called on the England selectors to “rethink” their decision. Bairstow scored 47 and 35 not out in England’s win over Sri Lanka in the first Test in Galle last week and looked in good touch again in the first innings of the second Test before getting dismissed for a patient 28.