‘Rohit, Gill to bat in middle, KL-Yashasvi to open’- Irfan Pathan suggests his likely India playing XI for pink-ball test

The Indian squad must make some tough choices over the starting lineup as the Border-Gavaskar Trophy approaches the second Test in Adelaide. Irfan Pathan, a former all-around player for India, revealed the probable starting lineup for the next day-night Test match at Adelaide Oval.

Given the return of important players and the team’s remarkable momentum, the visitors may notice some changes following India’s 295-run triumph in the series opener in Perth. Opener Shubman Gill, who was sidelined with a thumb injury, and captain Rohit Sharma, who missed the series opener because of the birth of his second child, are expected to return. Pathan requested a direct trade in which Rohit and Gill would replace Devdutt Padikkal and Dhruv Jurel.

“I believe Rohit Sharma will return for the Test Match. Since he is captain, he will be swapped out for Devdutt Padikkal. Additionally, Shubman Gill—rather than Dhruv Jurel—should be included in the squad. KL Rahul’s batting position was the subject of much queries. He ought to start with Yashasvi Jaiswal.

Rohit Sharma has batted in a variety of numbers. He will so be able to adapt quite effectively. You don’t want to alter that introduction because it was excellent, particularly in light of Perth’s victory. Thus, KL Rahul and Yashasvi will both open, while Rohit and Shubman Gill will bat in the middle order,” Pathan said in an exclusive interview with Star Sports.

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In the Pink Ball Test Match, twilight is the most difficult moment: Irfan Pathan

Everyone was thrilled by the opening duo of Rahul and Jaiswal, who scored 77 and 161 runs, respectively, in the first Test’s second innings.

At the pre-match news conference, skipper Sharma stated that he is okay with batting lower in the order and that KL and Jaiswal will open the game. He will be the first batsman, yes. “I’ll bat in the middle,” Rohit declared.

In addition, the former all-rounder talked about the difficulties of playing a pink-ball Test. He said that in this format, bowlers have a significant edge and wickets fall in succession; if India handles that, they would win the match.

“There is one more issue that I believe should be covered in the preview. In the Pink Ball Test Match, the most difficult moment occurs when darkness arrives. because. During that period, several wickets are dropped. We will win this Test Match if you refute it,” Pathan continued.