India’s Playing XI for India vs Australia WTC Final
India captain Rohit Sharma and coach Rahul Dravid have some tough decisions to make ahead of 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 match. Ravichandran Ashwin and Umesh Yadav are competing for a spot in the side.
Most of the Lineup Settled
Given the injury crisis, most of the Indian team’s lineup is already settled and picks itself. Rohit Sharma will be partnered by the in-form Shubman Gill at the top, while Cheteshwar Pujara and Virat Kohli form a formidable top 4. Ajinkya Rahane returns to the Indian side and will bolster the middle order alongside Ravindra Jadeja. With no left-handers in their Playing XI, Jadeja could be promoted to number 5, as he had scored a century at Edgbaston on his last visit to England. Jadeja’s inclusion likely means that Ravichandran Ashwin and Umesh Yadav will fight for the last spot.
Special Fielding Drills for India
The Indian team has been undergoing special fielding drills, using multi-colored balls. This is to ensure that the players are well-prepared for the WTC Final.
Conclusion
India’s Playing XI for the WTC Final is largely settled, with Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli, Ajinkya Rahane, and Ravindra Jadeja all likely to make the cut. The last spot will be contested between Ravichandran Ashwin and Umesh Yadav. The Indian team is preparing for the match with special fielding drills using multi-colored balls.