Glenn Maxwell:
Extra fire in the middle order and nippy off-breaks can help him spring a surprise as a spin-bowling all-rounder. The pitches have been quite unpredictable in the series offering varied bounce and the unknown track at JSCA Stadium at Ranchi is also expected to behave in the same manner. Maxi has plenty of experience of playing in India.
His IPL exploits are well known. While some may argue about his underwhelming Test record, but his inclusion gives Steven Smith depth in the batting order as well as in the bowling attack. The three Test old cricketer’s reputation as Test batsman remains unproven. But his attacking nature surely makes him a good pinch-hitter who can add quick runs to bail out the team from tough situations. The 28-year-old brings a lot to the table.