Rohit Sharma returns as captain, replacing Devdutt Padikkal, for the Adelaide Test. KL Rahul's batting position is uncertain. Shubman Gill's fitness will influence the final lineup. Spin bowling options are being evaluated.

KL Rahul hopes to retain his spot in the XI as skipper Rohit Sharma returns for the Adelaide Test. With Jasprit Bumrah leading in Rohit's absence and Rahul opening alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal, the team must now decide whether to slot Rahul in the middle order or drop him.

As Rohit Sharma returns for the second Test, India faces a tough decision on its opening pair. Should KL Rahul retain his spot with Yashasvi Jaiswal, or does the captain reclaim his role? A good headache for Team India as they strategize to level the Border-Gavaskar Trophy,

KL Rahul's impressive 77 in the second innings of the first Test against Australia might not be enough to secure his opening spot. With Rohit Sharma's return from injury, Rahul is prepared to move down the order for the second Test in Adelaide.

Dodda Ganesh said that India should not disturb their opening combination of KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal when Rohit Sharma returns to play in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy.