India defines XI for Adelaide Test: Shaw, Saha and Ashwin in the starting lineup

India has announced its lineup for the Adelaide Test, with Wriddhiman Saha, R Ashwin, and Prithvi Shaw as representatives. Umesh Yadav will be the third fast bowler. India’s main questions before the Test included Shaw’s continuity, the inclusion of a spinner with Ashwin, and the choice of wicketkeeper. Shaw, despite the pressure from Shubman Gill’s good performance in the practice matches, was selected as the opener. Although his recent scores were not high, India sought to maintain continuity at the top of the order.

Ashwin, the starting spinner, also kept his place, especially after Ravindra Jadeja’s absence due to injury. Regarding the wicketkeeper, India opted for Saha instead of Pant, due to Saha’s superior wicketkeeping skills, especially with the pink ball. Yadav was selected as the third fast bowler, impressing in the only practice match he played.India Lineup:

• Mayank Agarwal
• Prithvi Shaw
• Cheteshwar Pujara
• Virat Kohli (c)
• Ajinkya Rahane
• Hanuma Vihari
• Wriddhiman Saha (wk)
• R Ashwin
• Umesh Yadav
• Mohammed Shami
• Jasprit Bumrah