AUS vs IND, 2nd Test | Debutants Shubman Gill, Mohammed Siraj confirmed character: Ajinkya Rahane

Image Source : @BCCI Shubman Gill and Mohammed Siraj
India skipper Ajinkya Rahane praised the crew’s debutants, opener Shubman Gill and quick bowler Mohammed Siraj following the eight-wicket win over Australia on the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Tuesday that helped the vacationers degree the four-Test collection 1-1.
“Really proud of all the players. Played really well. Want to give credit to the debutants Siraj and Gill, the character they showed after the Adelaide loss was great to see. Character was important for us, especially after losing Umesh in the second innings,” stated Rahane, who’s standing in as captain for normal skipper Virat Kohli.

Rahane, who scored an excellent century within the first innings to guide India’s revival after they have been diminished to 116/4, stated entering into with 5 bowlers labored effectively.
“That (five-bowler plan) worked well for us nicely. We were thinking of having an all-rounder and Jadeja has been brilliant for us. Shubman, we all know his first-class career and in this game, he has shown the intent to play shots at this level. Showed composure. Siraj has shown that he can bowl with discipline. It is really difficult for debutants to bowl with discipline but that’s where I think the first-class experience comes in handy,” added Rahane.
The 32-year-old, who’s batting at No. 4 within the collection after the departure of Virat Kohli stated, “The talk was all about showing the attitude and intent on the field. As I said, character. Adelaide was about one hour that took the game away from us. Lots to learn for even now. Australia applied themselves with their last five wickets. Umesh is recovering well, management and medical staff will take the call. We’re excited about Rohit coming back. Spoke to him yesterday, he’s waiting to join the team.”