Shane Watson (In squad):
Shane Watson’s credentials as an opener are impressive. He was once the regular opener for Australian national team in all formats and will provide aggression and firepower in the top order which already boasts of some really dangerous names. Therefore, if there is someone who can replace Rahul immediately as the opener, then it has to be Watson. The seam bowling all-rounder has been a regular in the starting XI in most of the matches and can seamlessly adjust to the change in the batting position without much trouble.