India vs Australia 2019: Players to watch out for in T20I 

#5 Vijay Shankar

Vijay Shankar

Having a steady run in the domestic circuit helped Vijay Shankar to grab his place in India's T20I side as he was first picked for Nidahas Trophy in Bangladesh. He was unable to make any such impression.

Hardik Pandya's exclusion from India's squad against Australia and New Zealand (first 2 ODI's) earned Vijay Shankar a spot in Indian squad after few months. His temperament was tested in the last ODI against New Zealand where he came to bat when India was in the brink with 18-4. He soaked up the pressure with Ambati Rayudu by playing a crucial knock of 45. In the T20I series, he also showed his hitting abilities with some quickfire runs.

Selectors have rewarded his mini performances by picking him for the T20I as well as in the ODI's against Australia. Vijay Shankar can be India's trump card for the T20I series for his sharp batting skill and also as a backup bowling option.