Wriddhiman Saha, R Ashwin, and Prithvi Shaw will represent India in the next Test in Adelaide. Umesh Yadav completes the trio of fast bowlers. The Indian selection cleared up doubts about the starting lineup a day before the expected match.
The main question revolved around Shaw’s continuity, the inclusion of a spinner, and the choice of wicketkeeper. Finally, the Indian team made its decisions.
Shaw, despite the pressure exerted by Shubman Gill, who performed better in the practice matches, retained his place as opener. Although his scores in the practice games were not high, the team opted to maintain continuity at the top of the batting order.Similarly, Ashwin, the starting spinner, will maintain his position, especially in the absence of Ravindra Jadeja due to injury. The decision not to include Ashwin in the past was criticized, so this time experience was chosen.
Regarding the wicketkeeper, India opted for Saha instead of Pant, who had been preferred in Tests outside of Asia. The team seems to have decided that the pink ball will require a more experienced wicketkeeper.
Yadav is emerging as India’s third fast bowler, replacing the injured Ishant Sharma. His experience and good performance in the practice game support him.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
