Team India's batting proved to be the biggest failure on the Australia tour. In the Melbourne Test, where the players had to play the whole day and save the match with their batting, no batsman could last long. But this was not the case during the 2018 and 2021 tours. Cheteshwar Pujara was India's biggest trouble-shooter. He made an important contribution in both winning and saving the match on the basis of his solid defence. Its lack is visible in the current squad. For this reason, the head coach of Team India wanted to include Pujara in the Border Gavaskar Trophy. But despite his best efforts his words were not accepted.

Who became a hindrance in Pujara's selection?

According to the report of Indian Express, Indian team's head coach Gambhir had laid a lot of emphasis on the selection of Cheteshwar Pujara before the tour. Gambhir wanted to use the experience of Pujara, who had played 103 Test matches. But this player, famous as a test specialist, was not considered for selection. Despite this, Gambhir did not give up his efforts. After the victory in the Perth Test, he once again talked to the selectors but they did not agree. Gambhir was forced to back down from his demand.

There are differences between Harshit and Sundar too.

It has also been claimed in the report that decisions related to Team India are being taken from one place. No one else's input is being taken in this. There were differences of opinions even when Gambhir had proposed to play Harshit Rana and Washington Sundar in Perth. This decision was not unanimous. Let us tell you that questions were also raised regarding these selections. However, these players responded with their performance.

Apart from this, Akash Deep's not being selected in Adelaide's Pink Ball is also a part of these differences. Looking at his bowling style, it was considered to be the best match for the pink ball. However, Harshit played the match in his place. But throwing long spells has been a big challenge for him. Therefore, questions are being raised on his fitness also.