India reveals its starting eleven for the Adelaide Test
Wriddhiman Saha, R Ashwin, and Prithvi Shaw have been selected to represent India in the Adelaide Test. Umesh Yadav will complete the trio of fast bowlers. The final decision was made on the eve of the expected Test.
Shaw’s selection was debated, especially after Shubman Gill’s good performance in the practice matches. Despite the doubts, Shaw, who was already the opener, demonstrated his potential. However, continuity in the lineup was key to the decision.Ravindra Jadeja’s absence due to injury and concussion also influenced the decision to keep Ashwin. The last time India chose not to include Ashwin in a series-opening match was during the 2014-15 Australia tour.
As for the wicketkeeper, India opted for Saha instead of Pant, who has been preferred in tests outside of Asia. The team seems to have decided that the pink ball will require a more established wicketkeeper. Yadav was the favorite to be India’s third fast bowler, replacing the injured Ishant Sharma.India Team: 1 Mayank Agarwal, 2 Prithvi Shaw, 3 Cheteshwar Pujara, 4 Virat Kohli (c), 5 Ajinkya Rahane, 6 Hanuma Vihari, 7 Wriddhiman Saha (wk), 8 R Ashwin, 9 Umesh Yadav, 10 Mohammed Shami, 11 Jasprit Bumrah
