India Playing XI vs AUS: Decisions to be Made by Sharma and Dravid
India captain Rohit Sharma and coach Rahul Dravid face a tough call in the lead up to the India vs Australia World Test Championship (WTC) Final. With the Oval pitch still a mystery, the Indian team is yet to decide on their combination for the contest. Ravichandran Ashwin and Umesh Yadav are in contention for a spot in the lineup.
India’s Lineup Predominantly Settled
The injury crisis has seen much of India’s lineup become set in stone. Shubman Gill is poised to join Rohit Sharma at the top, while Cheteshwar Pujara and Virat Kohli form a formidable top 4. Ajinkya Rahane is back in the Indian side, and will provide stability to the middle order alongside Ravindra Jadeja.
Special Fielding Drills for Sharma and Co.
India stars are currently practicing with multi-coloured balls as part of special fielding drills. This is likely to help the team prepare for the WTC Final, as the coloured balls make it easier to spot the ball in the air.
Jadeja Promotion to No.5?
The lack of left-handers in the Playing XI could see Jadeja get a promotion to the no.5 slot. On his last visit to England, he had smashed a century at Edgbaston. This could be the perfect opportunity for him to make an impact on his return.
Conclusion
India’s lineup for the WTC Final is mostly settled, with Rohit Sharma and Rahul Dravid having the task of deciding on the final combination. Special fielding drills are being conducted, and Ravindra Jadeja could be in line for a promotion to no.5. India will be hoping to make the most of this opportunity and come out on top in the WTC Final.