Hyderabad, Jan. 27 -- Ahead of day three of the first Test between India and England on Saturday, former English cricketer Nasser Hussain said that he would have played legendary pacer James Anderson since he can bring balance to the bowling attack.

While speaking to Sky Sports Cricket, Hussain revealed that he was "surprised" after seeing England play three spinners. He added that with Joe Root in the squad, the visitors have "four spinners and one seamer".

Hussain also pointed out Jack Leach hasn't bowled for several months following his stress fractures.

"I said before the game that I would have played Anderson. I was a bit surprised by the balance of the side because some people are saying three spinners, but with Root, we actually...