Despite the openers, putting in better performance in the last Test, India has gone in with a makeshift opener. (At the time of writing, Irfan Pathan was already out for nine).
I fail to understand the logic behind this. The Perth Test had amply proved the value of genuine openers. Our openers averaged a partnership around 40’s, whereas Australian openers failed to average 30. The initial partnership undoubtedly contributed to the Indian win.
The decision to include five bowlers is a sound strategy. It would have a far greater impact if they included Karthick at the expense of Dhoni. In my estimation, Karthick matches Dhoni in wicket keeping skills. Additionally, he, Karthick, gives us the flexibility to bring in five bowlers without going in for a makeshift opener.
Will we rue this decision?
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