3 adjustments India must make to win the third Test

England v India: Specsavers 2nd Test - Day Three
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2) Bring Back Dhawan for Pandya

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Hardik Pandya must be replaced. He has failed as a batsman in this series and his bowling hasn't made much of a difference, either. So, it's best to bring back Dhawan, in his place, to open the innings with Vijay and drop Rahul down to the #5 spot. Rahul, in the middle order, is a much better option than someone like Nair from the bench who's not been part of this series so far.

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Moreover, admittedly, Dhawan's performance has not been up to snuff so far. But he remains India's best option at the top because

1. he has already been a part of this series and is familiar with the English bowlers and conditions

2. he gives India the left-right combination at the top of the innings

3. he is an attacking player who's able to score quick runs can put the pressure on the English bowlers.

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