5 Factors that turned India's fortunes in 3rd Test

#2 Hardik Pandya's incredible bowling spell

Hardik had picked up five wickets in just 29 balls in the first innings

Many experts believed that Hardik Pandya's presence in the team as an all-rounder was hurting India's chances. His performance both with the bat and ball was not that promising. His role as the 5th bowling option was disappointing.

In the third Test, he regained his all-rounder tag with a game-changing spell of five-wicket haul which changed the course of the game drastically. His quickfire fifty was also crucial as it helped in the early declaration of the second innings.

The rejuvenation of Pandya as an all-rounder was not only a big factor in this Test but also it is a big boost ahead of the remaining Tests. His match-winning performance can help the Indian team in winning the series.