Bhubaneswar : “We want more runs from No. 3,”
says assistant coach Ten Doeschate.
Despite showing rhythm, Karun Nair has managed only 131 runs across six innings at an average under 22 in the first three Tests; India need solidity at the top of the order .
Coach makes intentions clear, but voices of support emerge
Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate acknowledged Nair’s decent rhythm and tempo but emphasized the need for greater output from the No. 3 spot .
Conversely, former India captain Anil Kumble urged maintaining stability by continuing with Nair into the Manchester Test .
Young guns like Sai Sudharsan tipped to replace Nair
Analyst Deep Dasgupta has backed the inclusion of youngster Sai Sudharsan, citing Nair’s inability to convert starts into substantive scores . Nair’s dismissals, especially at Lord’s, have intensified the debate .
India’s team management is weighing continuity against performance — with the Fourth Test in Manchester starting July 23. Will form trump faith, or vice versa?
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