The opening combination will be key for the team to do well in England. Tiring the bowlers at the start and not giving them a confident start will help the middle order deliver better. Here, we take a look at the list of three likely opening combinations for India in England.
1) KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal
This duo actually did well in Australia. In the absence of Rohit Sharma, both of them stepped up and helped India win the game. Now that Rohit Sharma has retired, they are likely to open again for Team India. They will be a part of the squad for all the games unless there is a severe drop in form.
2) Yashasvi Jaiswal and B Sai Sudharsan form one of the opening combinations for India
B Sai Sudharsan has been doing well, and many feel that it is the right time to give him a go in Tests. KL Rahul could be required in the middle order, and if that happens, Yashasvi might have a new partner at the top.
3) Yashasvi Jaiswal and Abhimanyu Easwaran
Abhimanyu was in Australia, and when India last toured England, as well, he was a part of the squad. However, he is yet to make his debut. With Rohit Sharma retired, the West Bengal man could now get his chance to play for Team India.