The Indian team management is facing a difficult selection dilemma ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy first test against Australia. Shubman's thumb injury and the uncertainty surrounding Rohit's absence from the Perth Test because of family commitments has left them with some doubts. In Rohit's absence, Jasprit Bhumrah will likely lead India. KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal are set to open the innings, while Abhimanyu Eswaran and Devdutt Patdikkal, who have been retained as backups, could be a contender for the third spot. 3 spot.
BUMRAH to lead in ROHIT's absence
India is without Rohit Sharma in the first test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy starting on November 22 at Optus Stadium, Perth. Rohit Sajdeh, who welcomed their second child on Friday with his wife Ritika, will be joining the squad for the second Test, which is a pink ball game starting December 6 in Adelaide. As confirmed by Gautam Gambhir, Jasprit Bhumrah, the pace spearhead of the Border Gavaskar Trophy first test match will be the captain in his absence.
Rohit informed BCCI and the team management of his possible inability to travel for the first match and did not join the Indian squad on the five-match tour. Bumrah, known for his fast bowling, is leading a team that has multiple absentees including Shubman Gil due to a thumb problem. KL Rahul has recovered from an elbow injury he sustained during an intra-squad game. He will now open the batting for India.
SHUBMAN OUT - TWO SPOTS AVAILABLE
Shubman Gil will miss the first test in Perth starting November 22 after breaking his left thumb at the WACA during an intra-squad game. Gill's availability to play in the second Test, which begins on December 6, is uncertain, despite the minor injury. In the absence of Gill, and with Rohit Sharma unavailable for the first match in the series, India will have to rethink its top-order lineup. Yashasvi is likely to replace KL Rahul, while a new No. The finalization of the No. 3 is still pending.
India is in a pickle ahead of the Perth Test, as Shubman's injury to his thumb and Rohit's absence have created two vacancies. Yashasvi jaiswal will likely retain the opening position, with KL Rahul or Abhimanyu easwaran the two frontrunners for the second. Rahul is likely to start, as he has recovered from the elbow injury he sustained during a practice match. If Easwaran was selected instead, Rahul would be able to slot into No. 3. Devdutt Padikkal is a reserve batsman from the shadow tour and remains in the squad to provide additional cover.
RAHUL IS FIT TO TEST PERTH
KL Rahul's extended net session on the Sunday has dispelled any fitness concerns that India may have had ahead of their first Test match against Australia. Rahul, who suffered an elbow injury during an intrasquad match on Friday and was forced to withdraw from the game due to a fractured thumb, is now available after Shubman Gil's absence. The management is likely to pair the experienced Rahul at the top with Yashasvi, replacing Rohit Sharma who will only be joining the squad for the second test in Adelaide.
Rahul appeared to be at ease during his three-hour net sessions, batting without discomfort and taking part in all drills. In a BCCI video, he spoke of his confidence. "I made a bad mistake on the first day of the match. I'm feeling good and getting ready for my first game. "I'm looking forward to the series," Rahul said. Gautam Gambhir, the head coach of the tour, had hinted earlier at Rahul's elevation up the order. This further solidified his position as Rohit's preferred opener.
The team physio Kamlesh jain confirmed Rahul’s positive response to the treatment and ensured his availability for Perth Test, which begins on November 22. Rahul's return stabilizes India's opening combination, and gives them crucial experience as they prepare to face a difficult series opener in Australia on tracks that are suited for fast-paced play.
OPENING AND NUMBER 3?
India will have to make key decisions about the top order in the first Test match against Australia. KL Rahul is one of three options, along with Abhimanyu Eswaran and Devdutt Padikkal. Rahul is still a contender for the first Test against Australia despite his elbow injury. He opened both in a four-day match against Australia A as well as a training simulation at the WACA. Rahul, who was struck by a rising delivery delivered by Prasidh on Friday, returned to the nets Sunday and should be ready.
Abhimanyu, who had just completed an impressive domestic season, which included four centuries in a row, failed to reproduce his form against Australia A, scoring 0, 17, 7 and 12. It is not clear if he's ready for the pace. Padikkal is reportedly a candidate to replace No. The opening Test will be played at No. 3. The left-hander who made a promising debut in England earlier this season, managed scores of 36. 88. 26, and 1. Padikkal, despite this, offers stability and a left-right combination in the middle order. He could be a good choice for a pivotal role.
India may also want to consider Abhimanyu Eswaran as an opener, despite the fact that his numbers were not impressive in the A-games on the Australian Tour. Easwaran showed some promise during the simulation games played at the WACA. This could work to his advantage. If Easwaran was given the opening slot along with Yashasvi, this would allow KL Rahul bat at No. The No. 3 position would be a stable and experienced one, bringing stability and experience to the most important batting order position.
INDIA WOULD NOT WANT TO DISTURB THE POSITION OF VIRAT
Virat Kohli has been disappointing in red ball cricket, as evidenced by his modest average of 22,72 after only six Tests. Kohli's struggles were most evident during the recent series at home against New Zealand. He failed to score a hundred and scored less than 100 runs in all three matches. Some experts have questioned his place in India's Test lineup due to his inconsistency. Kohli, however, remains an important part of India's bat order, due to his vast experience and past success, despite recent challenges.
India's preparations for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy match against Australia have highlighted Kohli’s struggles against short-pitched deliveries. Kohli's discomfort with short-pitched bowling was highlighted during a three-day simulation match. He was dismissed for only 15 runs in the first innings and remained unbeaten at 30 in the second. Kohli's poor performance in the New Zealand series at home has added to the pressure, but India is still reluctant to move him. 4. The management of the team would like to give Kohli the consistency he needs in his preferred batting position, in hopes that it will help him recover form.
Kohli's confidence is already low after a series of poor scores. He could be further undermined by changing his position in the batting line-up. The No. Since years, Kohli has enjoyed the No. 4 position. Shifting him could have unintended consequences and disrupt his rhythm. The Indian team will likely keep Kohli in his current position, given the importance of Kohli's experience in the middle-order, particularly in high-stakes tests like the Border Gavaskar Trophy. The Indian team would likely choose to keep Kohli at No. 4, as it gives him the best opportunity to rediscover form without having to adjust to a different batting position.
DHRUV OR SARFARAZ NEXT TO NO.6
Dhruv jurel is making a compelling case to be included in India's playing team for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Jurel has a good chance of making the playing XI for India's Border-Gavaskar Trophy, with Shubman Gill out because of a thumb injury. KL Rahul is also still unsure about his fitness. The wicketkeeper/batsman impressed recently in India A's 2nd match against Australia A. He scored the most runs in both innings, with 80 from 186 balls for the first and then 68 off 122 balls for the second. Jurel's resilience, and his ability to perform in a pressure situation, stood out despite India A's defeat. This shows that he is ready for a larger challenge.
Jurel showed his potential in his Test debut earlier this year against England. He scored 90 runs in the first innings, and led India to victory by scoring an unbeaten score of 39. His performances have built up his reputation as an experienced player who can handle big moments. With the first Test against Australia approaching fast, his good form has made fans hopeful that he will be included.
The batting line-up is in flux and Jurel may be shifted to the No. Sarfaraz, who has had trouble with short pitches in recent nets, will be moved up to the No.6 position. Sarfaraz Khan's inability to face the short ball and his frustration at not being able to get out for a cut shot have raised concerns about his readiness for the Australian conditions. Jurel, on the other hand, has been in excellent form recently and his temperament makes him a contender for the position. He is a good option for India's Middle Order for the First Test.
NITISH LIKELY MAKE DEBUT ON BOUNCY PITCH PERTH
The Optus Stadium curator confirmed that the pitch was prepared for the first Test to provide "good bounce and speed," as Perth is known for its fiery, quick surfaces. McDonald, speaking to ESPNcricinfo said, "We are setting ourselves up for a really good pace, bounce and carry." The pitch will have around 10 millimeters live grass. This extra grass will increase speed and make it difficult for batsmen. It also provides the perfect surface for Australia's pace attacks, led by Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood.
Both teams' fast bowling units will look to take advantage of the bounce. McDonald stated that both bowling units were very quick last year and he hopes for the same again this year. He believes that skilled batsmen will be able to take advantage of the conditions. However, he is confident that both teams will remain on their toes due the the pace and the live grass.
Nitish Reddy, an all-rounder from India, is expected to win his first Test cap in Friday's match in Perth. Reddy is expected to be the fourth bowler in the Indian team, as Optus Stadium, Perth, will offer plenty of bounce and carry. This makes him a perfect fit for the fast-bowling department.
Bumrah will be the vice-captain in Rohit's absence. Mohammed Siraj, Harshit Raa, Aakashdeep, and Prasidh Kumar complete the fast bowling lineup. Reddy, the only pace-bowling, all-rounder, is available for the five match series. Shardul Thakur has been dropped from the squad due to Hardik Pandya's absence.
Gautam Gambhir, the coach, expressed his confidence in Reddy during the press conference before departure. He said, "The choice to select Reddy over Shardul was about the future." We have chosen the best team, and we know Nitish's talent. "If given the chance, he'll deliver for us."
India's Predicted XI: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Abhimanyu Easwaran, KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Dhruv Jurel, Ravindra Jadeja, Nitish Kumar, Akash Deep, Jasprit Bumrah (C), Mohammed Siraj
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