- Select Ravichandran Ashwin:
Benching a world class bowler like R. Ashwin in big games is never advisable. Having missed the first two games, Ashwin must and should ideally walk into the playing XI. In a must-win clash, Ashwin’s experience can very much determine India’s fate. His record in England is impressive as well and keeping in mind the dry nature of the Oval pitch, he should find some assistance. Handing the tall offie the new ball against Quinton De Kock wouldn’t be a bad move either.