India vs Australia 2017: India's predicted XI for the first Test

SPINNERS

Ravichandran AshwinEnjoying the form of his life, Ashwin recently became the quickest to 250 Test wickets, a feat that he achieved by spinning his web against the Bangladeshis at Hyderabad.

Having broken Sir Richard Hadlee’s record in just 45 Tests, Ashwin will be licking his fingers at the prospect of bowling to the touring Aussies, who succumbed to the same trade against Sri Lanka last year.

Ravindra JadejaWith each passing series, Jadeja, the all-rounder, is coming to the fore, chipping in with some useful runs apart from his left-arm spin.

As was evident at Hyderabad, Jadeja, with his blazing, unbeaten 60, managed to rocket the Indian total close to 700. He came back to assist Ashwin, picking up two wickets in the first innings and four in the second.

The No.2 bowler in the world will look to close in the gap to his teammate, Ashwin, in the ICC bowlers’ rankings.

Jayant YadavEarnest and hard-working, Jayant Yadav has earned the praise of his peers, especially his captain, with the way he has seamlessly graduated to international cricket. Possessing a sharp brain despite having no outstanding abilities, Jayant knows how to play within his limits and contribute to the team’s cause.

The drab pitch in Pune will require the services of another spinner and Jayant, with his off spin and able batting abilities, perfectly fits the bill.