3. Hardik Pandya
The Fast Bowling all-rounder is one name who missed out from the test squad though he’s been named in the limited-overs side. One reason why the selectors didn’t name Hardik Pandya in the test squad might be because he hasn’t been bowling much off lately. Even for his IPL franchise, Mumbai Indians Hardik Pandya hasn’t bowled a single over in the ongoing Indian Premier League.
But had Hardik Pandya been bowling he would’ve definitely been one of the first picks in the Test squad as he provides the right balance to the Test side with his bowling. A fast-bowling all-rounder in Australia conditions would’ve been the cherry on the cake for this strong Indian side. As Pandya isn’t in the squad, India will now look to play 4 frontline fast bowlers with one spinner in the side.
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