India vs Australia 2019: 3 Indian players who will be under pressure to perform in the third ODI

#2 Ambati Rayudu

Ambati Rayudu

India has looked at Ambati Rayudu as a proper number four for India. He delivered a few quality innings during the New Zealand series. He has an ODI batting average nearing 50. But in cricket, it is all about momentum when you step into big tournaments like the World Cup.

Rayudu has managed to score only one half-century in the last nine ODI innings, which includes two ducks. The half-century came when he made a match-winning 90 against New Zealand in the final ODI.

But in the Australia series, he has failed to deliver in both the games. On the other hand, Vijay Shankar's performance in the second ODI made people to think of the Tamil Nadu all-rounder as the right option for the number four slot. He looked elegant in two ODI innings he has played so far.

Also, he can chip in with the ball whenever needed as he did in the second ODI. If Rayudu doesn't deliver in the next three games his World Cup selection might be in trouble.