Cape Town, First Published Jan 10, 2022, 11:16 PM IST
Cape Town: Former Indian cricketer and commentator Sanjay Manjrekar has been selected in the Indian XI for the third Test (SA vs IND) against South Africa. Manjrekar was named in the Indian XI’s squad after captain Virat Kohli announced that pacer Mohammed Siraj would not play.
Manjrekar said KL Rahul and Mayank Agarwal should continue as openers in the Cape Town Test. Pujara himself must play at number three. Captain Virat Kohli will be at number four.
At number five, Manjrekar said his mind was set on playing Hanuma Vihari, but Ajinkya Rahane was the best choice in practice. Although painful, I avoid the vihari. Manjrekar also said that Rishabh should be the wicket-keeper’s batsman. I am a supporter of Rishabh Pant. Therefore, the ball itself should reach the number six.
R Ashwin should play at number seven. Manjrekar said that Ashwin’s batting prowess should also be taken into consideration.
Manjrekar said Siraj should be replaced by Ishant Sharma in the pace squad led by Shardul Thakur, Jaspreet Bumra and Mohammad Shami. India won the first Test of the series at Centurion, while South Africa won the second Test at Wanderers. The team that wins in Cape Town can win the series. India are aiming for their first Test series win in South Africa.
Manjrekar selected in Indian XI for Cape Town Test: Mayank Agarwal, KL Rahul, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli, Ajinkya Rahane, Rishabh Pant, R Ashwin, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Ishant Sharma
Last Updated Jan 10, 2022 11:16 PM IS
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