5 dangers that India can face after losing the toss in the second Test

#2 Underutilisation of Ashwin's potential

Ashwin will be crucial for the Indians

There would be maximum purchase on Day 4 & 5 for the spinners after the pitch breaks down. Ashwin will bowl most of his overs on Day 1 & 2, when there are no such demons in the pitch.

The off-spinner could have also benefited from the variable bounce that would be on offer later. He could also have made better use of the rough towards the right-handers' off stump on the Pavilion end. Instead, he will have to make due with whatever little assistance the pitch provides in the first two days of the game.