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#2 Middle order - Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane
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Cheteshwar Pujara will come in at number 3. He is a coming after a brilliant 132 in the England series. He will look to be more consistent with his performances. He has all the qualities to become the backbone of the Indian squad.
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Virat Kohli is by far the best batsman in the team for a long time now. He will hold the key to India's success. He has to play at his best again for India to have a chance to win the series.
Though Rahane had a torrid time in England, He has been India's most dependable performer in overseas tours. He would have to get back in form and support Kohli if any tough situation arises.
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