England vs India 2018: Team India's probable XI for the third Test

#3 Cheteshwar Pujara

Cheteshwar Pujara

Cheteshwar Pujara was not given a chance in the first Test at Edgbaston. He was unlucky in the second Test as he got out via a run-out. He has proven his worth in the past, and his county stint should help him.He did face a few balls in the second Test before he got out. He showed that he can hang around for a long time.

#4 Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli

The Indian captain has been the best batsman of the side in the series so far and the only one to cross 200 runs. The Indian captain is the lone bright spot in the batting line up.

Virat Kohli suffered back spasms during the second Test against England, but he is likely to be fit as there is a five-day gap before the next Test. A lot rides on the skipper.

#5 Ajinkya Rahane

Ajinkya Rahane

Ajinkya Rahane is one batsman who has done well in overseas in the past and is good at playing the pacers. However, he has been struggling for form and he needs to make some runs in the middle-order to justify his place in the playing XI. His technique and temperament is always a key factor.