India's Predicted Playing XI For IND vs AUS 2nd Test: Kl Rahul To Challenge Rohit Sharma For Opening Spot
It's highly probable that Rohit Sharma will be moved to the middle order at number 5, with Jaiswal and Rahul continuing as openers, and Gill at number three, followed by Virat Kohli at four.
India Predicted Playing XI: The upcoming second Test between India and Australia in Adelaide is crucial for the Indian cricket team. With a 1-0 lead in five-match IND vs AUS BGT series, India has a chance to take a commanding 2-0 lead, boosting their confidence.
A win here would also help India move past the painful memories of the 2020-21 Test, where they were dismissed for just 36 runs. However, securing a win won't be easy, as Australia will be eager to bounce back after their defeat in the series opener and level the series with a win.
In India vs Australia Adelaide Test, Team India will need to field their strongest XI.
Captain Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill return to the squad after missing first Test in Perth. However, with Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul in excellent form, both scoring centuries in the series opener, it seems unlikely that the Indian team management will make changes to the top order.
It's highly probable that Rohit Sharma will be moved to the middle order at number 5, with Jaiswal and Rahul continuing as openers, and Gill at number three, followed by Virat Kohli at four.
It's clear that Devdutt Padikkal and Dhruv Jurel, who featured in Perth Test, are likely to be dropped. The Adelaide pitch is expected to favor pace over spin, making Washington Sundar the only viable option for spin department due to his current form with both bat and ball.
R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja, therefore, may not be considered. In fast bowling department, barring any injuries, no changes are expected. Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, and Jasprit Bumrah were exceptional in India's historic win in Perth and are expected to retain their places.
India Predicted playing XI for IND vs AUS 2nd Test in Adelaide: KL Rahul, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant (wk), Washington Sundar, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah.
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