Clarke looking to attack Kumble at first opportunity

MELBOURNE: Fast approaching 600 Test wickets, skipper Anil Kumble will be the lynchpin of the Indian bowling in the upcoming Test series, but middle-order batsman Michael Clarke is looking to attack the veteran leg-spinner at the first opportunity.

The New South Wales youngster said he would use his quick footwork to negate Kumble's accuracy.

"Kumble has been a great one for a long time. His line of attack implies that you have to be patient against him."

"But I will try to put the pressure back on him. I'll have to move my feet and play my natural game," Clarke said ahead of the four-Test series starting on Wednesday at the MCG.

Much has been said about India's inexperienced bowling but Clarke felt that left-arm paceman Zaheer Khan, along with Kumble, were part of a potent attack which could capitalise on the conditions.

"I wouldn't say it's an inexperienced attack. Zaheer certainly has some experience and if they bowl well, they'll get the opportunity to take wickets. The conditions will suit India here, with it being a little bit slower," he said.

But the right-hander had no doubt that the batsmen from both sides will hold the key to the series.