India vs Australia 2017: Five reasons why Krunal Pandya should have been picked over Ravindra Jadeja

#2 Subtle variations with the ball

Krunal Pandya can be used as an attacking option in the middle-overs

Unlike Jadeja who prefers to spear the ball towards the stumps at a much higher pace than necessary in ODIs, Krunal uses subtle variations in pace and lengths to deceive the batsman. He also has the capacity to operate at the same level from around the wicket as well as over the wicket.

Jadeja's accomplishments at the Test level have been a direct product of his relentless consistency. Unlike in the game's premier format wherein he is currently ranked number two in the world, his style of bowling does not make him a potent weapon in the 50-over format. In such regard, Krunal can be tried in the middle-overs as a better like-for-like replacement for Axar in ODIs.