Pujara advocated for Washington Sundar's inclusion in place of Ravichandran Ashwin to bolster India\u2019s batting depth and regain control in the crucial series.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pujara's recommendation comes after Ashwin\u2019s underwhelming performance in Adelaide, where he managed figures of 1\/53 in 18 overs. While Ashwin is one of India\u2019s most experienced bowlers, Pujara believes the team may need Sundar's all-round abilities to address their recent batting struggles.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cI feel only one change might happen. Since the batting wasn't good, Washington Sundar can come in place of R Ashwin. Should someone come in place of Harshit Rana? In my opinion, no. You backed him and he performed well in the first match,\u201d Pujara said on Star Sports.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Sundar, who played a pivotal role in India\u2019s memorable Brisbane victory in 2021, brings both a reliable off-spin option and a resilient lower-order batting presence. With Sundar in the mix, India could lengthen their batting lineup without compromising their bowling attack. He was part of India's 295-run win in the series opener in Perth. He scalped two wickets and contributed 33 runs in the match before making way for Ashwin in Adelaide.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
While some have questioned the performance of pacer Harshit Rana after he conceded 86 runs in 16 overs in Adelaide, Pujara strongly defended the young bowler. Rana, who impressed with a 3\/48 spell on debut in Perth, is seen as a valuable asset despite his recent struggles.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cHe is a good bowler. You cannot drop him just because one match went bad. Probably the only change for me would be Sundar for Ashwin if the team feels the batting lineup needs strengthening,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rana\u2019s pace and ability to extract bounce makes him a compelling choice for the Brisbane pitch, known for its lively nature.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cHe is a good bowler. You cannot drop him just because one match went bad. Probably the only change for me would be Sundar for Ashwin if the team feels the batting lineup needs strengthening,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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