India vs England 2016-17: Predicted India playing XI for 3rd ODI

All-rounders

Kedhar Jadhav’s Man of the Match-winning performance in the first ODI has all but cemented his place in the the XI for the Champions Trophy and after toiling hard for most of his career, he has made the most of his chance so far in the ODI series.

With his handy off-spin, Jadhav has shown that he is an all-rounder who can be of a great addition in the middle-order. Aside from his exploits with the bat, where he has shown that he can take over the role of a finisher, his bowling gives him a huge advantage and he will certainly keep his place.

Although Hardik Pandya guided India home in the first ODI and showed great composure, he hasn’t impressed with the ball in hand. Despite being given a relatively new ball, his exploits with the ball haven’t been as successful.

However, the flexibility that he gives the side and his ability with the bat means that he will continue to take his place in the third ODI. Finishers who can bash the ball and can also pick up wickets are hard to find which is likely to work in Pandya’s favour.