Zoom News : Dec 13, 2021, 07:21 AM
IND vs SA | Indian batsman Hanuma Vihari was not given a chance by the selectors in the recently played two-match home Test series against New Zealand. After this, he has strengthened his claim for the Test team by performing brilliantly for India A against South Africa A. However, here he is facing a competition from Shreyas Iyer, who caught everyone's attention by scoring a century in his debut Test against New Zealand. Now it will not be easy for the selectors to choose either of the two. Former selector MSK Prasad has given his reaction on this whole matter.
Speaking to India Today, MSK said that the way Hanuma Vihari has performed for India A in the recent past, it would be difficult to ignore. "First of all, he deserved a place in the squad for the New Zealand series at home. I think since he was not going to get a chance, he was sent on the India A tour. He scored three half-centuries against South Africa A. Yes, with someone who has done well during Test series in England, Australia and West Indies. If you are looking for a youngster, then Hanuma Vihari should definitely play.“A lot depends on what they are expecting from the player and the role he is going to play. Vihari is someone who is solid in his technique. Similarly, Shreyas is the kind of player who can bring in a little bit of aggression.” Apart from this, it all depends on the batting order, what kind of role the team management expects from their middle order batsman. Based on that, one of them can be given a chance.
Speaking to India Today, MSK said that the way Hanuma Vihari has performed for India A in the recent past, it would be difficult to ignore. "First of all, he deserved a place in the squad for the New Zealand series at home. I think since he was not going to get a chance, he was sent on the India A tour. He scored three half-centuries against South Africa A. Yes, with someone who has done well during Test series in England, Australia and West Indies. If you are looking for a youngster, then Hanuma Vihari should definitely play.“A lot depends on what they are expecting from the player and the role he is going to play. Vihari is someone who is solid in his technique. Similarly, Shreyas is the kind of player who can bring in a little bit of aggression.” Apart from this, it all depends on the batting order, what kind of role the team management expects from their middle order batsman. Based on that, one of them can be given a chance.