Updated On: 03 January, 2025 08:02 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Salil Ankola, who served as member of India men’s team selection committee, believes one can’t have a cushion for a batting order in Tests, citing the longer format being more suitable for specialist players

Salil Ankola
An aspect which has caught the attention of Indian team on their ongoing tour of Australia has been the frequent changes in the playing XI of their matches so far.
Be it the batting order change or having more all-rounders in playing XI, thus increasing load of main bowlers and inability to take 20 wickets, India’s playing XI compositions on this Australia tour has been the topic of endless discussions.
Salil Ankola, who served as member of India men’s team selection committee, believes one can’t have a cushion for a batting order in Tests, citing the longer format being more suitable for specialist players.