South Africa vs India 2018: 5 reasons why Kohli's penchant for Hardik Pandya is disturbing India's balance

#5 Wicketless

Pandya could not break through in the 2nd Test

After bagging three wickets in the first Test, Pandya failed to open his account in Centurion. He bowled a total of 25 overs in the match but could not pick up a wicket. Moreover, he had the second highest economy in the first innings among Indian bowlers after the mercurial Mohammed Shami.

With a match winner like Bhuvneshwar Kumar sitting out, it is strange to include Pandya in the playing XI. India has the option of dropping Pandya and playing either Bhuvi or Rahane in his place to bolster the batting or bowling line-up.