Indian captain Rohit Sharma on Tuesday dominated out drastic adjustments within the successful mixture forward of the second Test in opposition to the West Indies however admitted that inclement climate hasn’t helped in getting readability in regards to the Queens Park Oval observe.
India gained the primary Test by an innings and 141 runs and in contrast to earlier instances, the Indian skipper had made a refreshing change by saying Yashasvi Jaiswal’s debut and Shubman Gill’s new batting place.
“In Dominica, we had a clear idea when we saw the pitch and knew the conditions. Here we don’t have clarity as there is talk of rain, but I don’t think there will be drastic changes. But whatever conditions are available, based on that, we will make that decision,” Rohit stated 48 hours earlier than main India to a historic one centesimal Test in opposition to the West Indies.
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While the skipper didn’t identify anybody, the one weak hyperlink within the line-up is left-arm pacer Jaydev Unadkat, who didn’t look as potent as Mohammed Siraj or Shardul Thakur within the opener.
As a brand new ball bowler, Rohit gave him solely 9 overs throughout two innings of which solely two overs had been despatched down by him within the second innings.
The skipper, who obtained his tenth Test hundred within the first Test, was pleased that kids like Jaiswal made full use of the chance by scoring 171 runs on debut.
Rohit believes that transition will occur in Indian cricket before later however what position seniors play is necessary.
“Transition has to happen, whether today or tomorrow but I am happy that our boys who are coming in are doing well. And our role is important as we have to give them role clarity. Now it’s up to them how they want to prepare and perform for the team.
“… And we rely on those individuals and obviously they are the future of Indian cricket and they will take Indian cricket to greater heights,” Rohit stated.
He additionally expects West Indies to bounce again within the landmark Test between the 2 international locations.
“It’s an honour to be taking the Indian team into this game and it doesn’t happen every day. The two teams have so much history, so much of good cricket played.
“I will expect no different in this Test. I am sure they (Windies) will bounce back and it will be exciting for both teams.”
Source: sportstar.thehindu.com