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    3 reasons why India should pick Washington Sundar for 2nd Test vs New Zealand

    Team India was handed a thrashing against New Zealand in the series opener at Bengaluru. Two collapses in two innings left them asking for more.

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    Washington Sundar

    Team India was handed a thrashing against New Zealand in the series opener at Bengaluru. Two collapses in two innings left them asking for more. As a result of the landslide in both the innings, BCCI added another valuable option to the Indian side in the form of Washington Sundar who blasted a crucial 150 in the ongoing Ranji Trophy round for Tamil Nadu.

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    Since he made it to the squad already, questions keep on rising about whether he can make it to the playing XI as well. Here are three reasons why India should include Washington Sundar in their playing XI against the formidable Kiwis for the upcoming Test in the MCA Stadium.

    #1 An additional batting option

    Washington Sundar adds strength to the Indian batting unit, as they crumbled against New Zealand. In the second innings there was sharp display of resistance from Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant and Sarfaraz Khan but it wasn’t enough as India lost their last seven wickets for a very modest figures on the board. The inclusion of Washington Sundar bolsters India’s batting echelons while also enhancing their bowling strength.

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    #2 An under-pressure performer

    Sundar has previously shown in it Gabba that he can actually be a game-changer when the situation gets worse. He has the temperament to keep things in place while also going after the bowlers when and where he feels the time is right. Also his numbers in India are incredible.

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    When India lost against England back home, it was a very special 85 in the second Test that saw India stage a strong turnaround. Hence, when the going gets tough, you can expect Sundar to rock around convincingly.

    #3 Another off-spinning option

    Ravichandran Ashwin is an excellent performer in India. However, the problem is he may also have modest outings. In order to have a back-up, the inclusion of Washington Sundar is key. He comes in with the handy knack of claiming wickets and that makes him a standout. Hence, the expectations are that he might be an important addition to the Indian side.