Wriddhiman Saha, R Ashwin, and Prithvi Shaw have been selected to represent India in the upcoming Adelaide Test. Umesh Yadav will complete the trio of fast bowlers.
The Indian team selection faced several key dilemmas before the test: the decision to back Shaw, the inclusion of a spinner with Ashwin, and the choice of wicketkeeper.
Shaw, despite the pressure exerted by Shubman Gill, who performed better in the practice matches, was chosen as the opener. Although Shaw did not have the best performances in the practice games, the team management decided to maintain continuity at the top of the batting order.Ashwin, the starting spinner, also kept his place, especially in the absence of Ravindra Jadeja due to injury. The decision not to include Ashwin in the past was criticized, so a different decision was made this time.
As for the wicketkeeper, India opted for Saha instead of Pant. The team management seems to have considered that the pink ball will require a more experienced wicketkeeper.
Yadav was selected as the third fast bowler, replacing the injured Ishant Sharma. His experience and performance in the practice match solidified him in the team.India’s Line-up: 1 Mayank Agarwal, 2 Prithvi Shaw, 3 Cheteshwar Pujara, 4 Virat Kohli (capt.), 5 Ajinkya Rahane, 6 Hanuma Vihari, 7 Wriddhiman Saha (wk), 8 R Ashwin, 9 Umesh Yadav, 10 Mohammed Shami, 11 Jasprit Bumrah
