Mohali has been a happy hunting ground for India and the home side’s record at this venue has been phenomenal to say the least. The PCA Stadium is known for assisting the seamers and is considered to be the best wicket in India for the quicker bowlers. However, the last time a test was played here; it ended within 3 days, as India crushed South Africa in a game where 220 was the highest team score.
Vizag offered a fine game for the hosts, as the Indians roared back in style after a minor blip in Rajkot. Barring the injury to Wriddhiman Saha, the side looks pretty settled and Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s name in the squad will mean more options for skipper Virat Kohli for the side.
We thereby go through the predicted Indian XI for the third test at Mohali.