How India might line-up for the final Test against England

England v India: Specsavers 3rd Test - Day Five
The Indian team will be looking for a consolation win in the 5th Test.

Middle-order: Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane

Australia v India: 3rd Test - Day 3
The Indian middle-order will remain unchanged.

It is hard to blame the Indian middle-order for the team's failure to put up big totals throughout the series. On the contrary, it is hard to imagine how this series would have panned out if the trio had not stepped up to the plate and carried the team out of precarious situations on multiple occasions.

It would not be smart to tweak with the combination at this stage if India really wants to come out of the series on a positive note. Kohli, Pujara and Rahane are the only three batsmen who can be relied upon to score in English conditions.

Although many might ask for Hanuma Vihari to be given a chance, this series might not be the best time to introduce the youngster to the international stage. Vihari is yet to make his debut for the Indian team in any format and expecting him to deliver in these tough conditions is not the best idea.

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