Rathour’s comment on playing XI was pretty telling where he put up a brave front, stating that all who would take the field deserve to play for India
India’s batting coach Vikram Rathour said that Jasprit Bumrah’s abdominal strain is being monitored but dropped a hint that major changes are on the cards for the final Test against Australia after increase in the touring squad’s injured tally.
Even a half fit Bumrah is unlikely to be risked by the Indian team management as it wants its pace spearhead in the World Test Championship deciding series against England, scheduled at home from February 5.
“Injuries are still being monitored. Our medical staff is working with the players. I wouldn’t be in a position to comment how it stands at the moment. We would like to give them as much time as they can and only tomorrow morning you will know, which XI is going to play,” Rathour said on the eve of the series decider.
Star spinner R Ashwin and opener Mayank Agarwal are also not…