The Selection Headache Resumes For The Indian Cricket Team
With Cheteshwar Pujara not included in the squad for the upcoming series against West Indies, the third spot is up for grabs. Ruturaj Gaikwad and Yashasvi Jaiswal are the two potential candidates to take the place of the veteran batter and Virat Kohli will be moving to number four to make room for either of them.
Ruturaj Gaikwad and Yashasvi Jaiswal Aim to Make the Playing XI
Both Ruturaj Gaikwad and Yashasvi Jaiswal are eager to find their place in the Playing XI when India takes on West Indies for the first Test match starting on 12th July. India head coach Rahul Dravid is reluctant to make any changes to the opening combination of Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill. The main dilemma for Dravid is to choose between the two talented batters.
The Domestic Success of Gaikwad and Jaiswal
Both Ruturaj Gaikwad and Yashasvi Jaiswal have had successful domestic careers, with the 21-year-old Jaiswal particularly shining in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023.
Conclusion
The Indian cricket team is facing a selection headache as they attempt to find a replacement for Cheteshwar Pujara. Ruturaj Gaikwad and Yashasvi Jaiswal are the two potential candidates for the third spot and Virat Kohli will be moving to number four. The two batters have had successful domestic careers, with Yashasvi Jaiswal particularly excelling in the IPL 2023. It will now be up to India head coach Rahul Dravid to make the final decision and pick the right candidate for the job.