Following the embarrassing defeat at Adelaide, India’s path to the second Test in Melbourne will not be easy. Regular captain Virat Kohli will not be part of the squad for the remaining three Tests due to paternity leave. The absence of Ahinkya Rahane Kohli will be seen in the lead role of Team India. There are so many questions about India’s eleven playing in the Boxing-Day Test, especially for Virat Kohli, who will be given the chance to play. Meanwhile, former selector MSK Prasad has suggested to promote Hanuma Vihari in Kohli’s absence.

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Speaking to PTI, the former chief selector said: “The banter has good tact and temperament and can last a long time in the Test team.” If Kohli is not, this is a great opportunity for him and KL Rahul to prove themselves. He said, ‘I would love to see him play fourth or fifth in the next few Tests. He’s an ugly boy and if he gets this challenge, I’m sure he’ll do better. KL Rahul is sixth in the series.

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However, Hanuma Vihari’s performance in the day-night Test in Adelaide was not great and he could score 16 in the first innings and 8 in the second. India are expected to make four major changes in the second Test match. Shrubman Gill replaces Prithvi Shah, KL Rahul replaces Kohli, Rishabh Pant replaces Saha and injured fast bowler Mohammad Shami can be replaced by Navdeep Saini or Mohammad Siraj