IND vs AUS: Rohit Sharma Out Of Sydney Test; Gill At Number 3, Prasidh Krishna Steps In

IND vs AUS: KL Rahul, who batted at number 3 in the last match, will return to his preferred opening slot alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal.

KL Rahul, who batted at number 3 in the last match, will return to his preferred opening slot alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal.

Source : PTI

Team India has made notable adjustments in their playing XI for IND vs AUS 5th Test in Sydney. Captain Rohit Sharma has opted out of the match. Shubman Gill, previously benched, will step in to bat at number 3. KL Rahul, who batted at number 3 in the last match, will return to his preferred opening slot alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal. Prasidh Krishna is set to replace the injured Akash Deep in the bowling lineup.

Jasprit Bumrah returns as India captain in IND vs AUS 5th Test

Premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah will most likely lead India in IND vs AUS Sydney Test as Rohit Sharma steps aside. Bumrah, who previously guided India to a dominant win in the Perth Test, will reprise his leadership role.

Rohit's underwhelming performance in IND vs AUS Border-Gavaskar series has raised concerns, both as a batter and captain. His struggles with the bat and questionable decision-making have drawn sharp criticism. Speculation is growing that this tour could be Rohit's last in Test cricket.

Australia holds a 2-1 lead in the five-match IND vs AUS Border-Gavaskar Test series, leaving India in a do-or-die situation for IND vs AUS Sydney Test. A win at the SCG is essential for the Indian cricket team to sustain their hopes of reaching the World Test Championship (WTC) final.

India's quest for a third consecutive WTC Final appearance began on a high note with a win in the opening Test in Perth. However, successive defeats in the following matches have dealt a major blow to their chances.

To stay in contention, India must win the final Test against Australia and hope for favorable results during Australia's tour of Sri Lanka, with either a Sri Lankan victory or a 0-0 series draw tipping the scales in India's favor.

India's probable playing XI for IND vs AUS 5th Test in Sydney: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna.