Deep Dasgupta believes the comepetiton is on between Shardul and Ashwin

1. Deep Dasgupta believes the comepetiton is on between Shardul and Ashwin Former India wicket-keeper batsman turned famous commentator Deep Dasgupta has said that the competition in the Test side is going between Ravichandran Ashwin and Shardul Thakur to cement their place. He also said that Ravindra Jadeja would be India’s first choice if they want to go with just one spinner as well. Image source by twitter It is also noteworthy that, R Ashwin has been India’s most successful spinner in recent time. While there was a lot of criticism faced the Virat Kohli-led team after they decided to leave him out for the first Test and picked up Ravindra Jadeja, the veteran claimed that Jadeja was preferred due to his batting skills. And, the all-rounder proved his worth once again with a fine half-century. However, Deep Dasgupta said that the competition is not between Ashwin and Jadeja. “Lot of people have been asking this question and talking about how there is a competition between Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin. But personally, I think it is not between Jadeja and Ashwin, it’s more between Shardul and Ashwin. That’s more of a tactical decision that the Indian management needs to make,” Deep Dasgupta said on BBC’s Test Match Special podcast. “As far as competition is concerned, I think it’s more between him and Hanuma Vihari, whom do you play at no.6.” It is also noteworthy that, Test batsman Hanuma Vihari was last played for India in the Test at Sydney Cricket Ground where his steady knock saved the match for India as well. Deep Dasgupta, however, wants India to play with the same team in the second Test at Lord’s also. “I would be really surprised if they make any changes for the second Test match. As far as the fast bowling is also concerned, they have bowled a total of 150 overs, that’s all right. Also, the fact that there was this one month break before this Test match. They have had enough time to relax and chill and rest.”

2. Image source by twitter The second Test between England and India will be played at Lord’s on Thursday, August 12 as well. Follow Cricadium Stats, Latest Cricket News, Live Cricket Score, Fantasy Tips, Dream11 and Today Match Prediction Stay updated Indian Cricket Teamwith all the cricketing roster, records, history & action.