Indian Batting in Shambles: No Plan for England?

Rishabh Pant has confirmed he will bat at No. 5 in the upcoming Test series against England.

Speaking to the media, Pant clearly said, “I’ve been told I’ll bat at No. 5,” ending all speculation about his role.

Shubman Gill is all set to take the No. 4 spot. This was expected, as he has played there before. With Gill and Pant’s positions now fixed, the middle order seems sorted. But there’s a big question that still hangs — who bats at No. 3?

Even with just two days left for the first Test, India hasn’t named its No. 3 batter. That’s strange, considering how important that position is.

It’s the role that often faces the new ball if an early wicket falls. It needs someone solid and dependable. But right now, there’s complete silence.

This delay shows one thing — the team management is clearly unsure. How can a team say it’s fully prepared when it can’t even fix its top order?

Players like Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, are in the mix, but no decision has been made. That’s not a great sign so close to a big series.

Pant at 5 and Gill at 4 — that’s sorted. But No. 3 remains a mystery. With the clock ticking and England waiting, India needs to act fast.

A settled batting order is key in Test cricket, and right now, India looks a little unsettled.