India’s spinners accounted for 13 of the 20 wickets during the match. However, even Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav and Washington Sundar struggled through the second innings due to a lack of turn and bounce.

The build-up to the Australia series has been rife with speculation over Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s time in the Indian side in the backdrop of the looming World Cup in 2027.

“I try to make the most probable decision in the given situation that we’re in that game. And sometimes you have to take a little bit of bold decisions,” said Shubman Gill.

KL Rahul (58 n.o., 108b, 6x4, 2x6) helped India secure a comfortable seven-wicket win against West Indies in the second Test in New Delhi.

The pair put on an unbeaten partnership of 138 as they batted through the final session to prevent an innings defeat.

The 31-year-old also brushed aside any concerns about the Women in Blue’s struggles with left-arm spin.

Ahead of India’s clash with Australia, the Andhra Cricket Association (ACA) has decided to honour Mithali Raj and Kalpana by naming a stand and the gate next to it after them, respectively.

Against an Aussie arsenal that’s packed in both departments, India might want to bring in reinforcements if it wants to pose a challenge.