India Ready to Ring Changes for Third Afghanistan ODI as Arshdeep Singh Could Rest and Harshit Rana Returns

India are set to make significant changes to their playing eleven for the third ODI against Afghanistan, with Arshdeep Singh likely to be rested and Harshit Rana, back from a knee surgery, expected to be included. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate confirmed that KL Rahul will stay in the lower order while Yashasvi Jaiswal gets another chance to open.

India Eye a Reshuffled Lineup for the Series Decider
India are preparing to field a noticeably different playing eleven in the third and final ODI against Afghanistan, with the team management eager to rotate personnel and try out fresh combinations. India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate laid out the likely shape of the team at a pre-match press conference, indicating that several spots in the eleven could change hands from the previous game.

Yashasvi Jaiswal Backed to Open Again Despite Poor Previous Outing
Ryan ten Doeschate confirmed that Yashasvi Jaiswal will retain his opening slot alongside Rohit Sharma for the third ODI, even after a forgettable second match where he failed to score. The coaching staff has chosen to stick with him and give him one more opportunity to prove himself. Meanwhile, KL Rahul will continue in his designated role further down the batting order, with the management ruling out any promotion for the wicketkeeper-batter.

 "The variety in the batting order is brilliant. There is no plan to move KL Rahul up the order. We also need to see Yashasvi. He could not score in the last match, but he will get one more chance. Five batters along with Nitish Reddy and Washington Sundar. Nitish is also a batter, so there will be no change in the top three from the previous match." - Ryan ten Doeschate

Harshit Rana Set to Step in for a Rested Arshdeep Singh
The most talked-about change heading into the third ODI is the potential return of Harshit Rana, who has completed his recovery from a knee surgery. Harshit Rana is widely expected to come into the eleven in place of Arshdeep Singh, who may be handed a rest day. Ryan ten Doeschate noted that the team wants to use this match to experiment with different player combinations and ensure everyone gets game time in the series. Nitish Kumar Reddy is also in line for a recall to the playing eleven for this match.

Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan Both Available After Lucknow Heat Test
Fitness concerns briefly surfaced around Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan after the second ODI in Lucknow, where both players batted for extended periods under severe heat. Shubman Gill felt the effects of the conditions and stayed away from a practice session, while Ishan Kishan was managing a shoulder complaint. Ryan ten Doeschate cleared both of them ahead of the third match, confirming that Shubman Gill is fully fit and that Ishan Kishan's shoulder issue has also been resolved.

What this means for you
• For fantasy cricket players: With Arshdeep Singh likely sitting out and Harshit Rana coming back in, fantasy team selections need an urgent update before match time.
• For cricket fans: Yashasvi Jaiswal getting another shot at the top and Nitish Kumar Reddy potentially returning means the third ODI promises fresh batting combinations worth watching closely.

Questions & Answers

1. Who will open the batting for India in the third ODI?
Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal are expected to open the innings together once again.

2. Will Arshdeep Singh play in the third ODI against Afghanistan?
Arshdeep Singh is likely to be rested for the third ODI, as indicated by assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate.

3. Why might Harshit Rana come into the playing eleven?
Harshit Rana has fully recovered from a knee surgery and is expected to replace Arshdeep Singh in the third ODI.

4. At what position will KL Rahul bat in the third ODI?
KL Rahul will continue batting in the lower order and will not be promoted further up the batting lineup.

5. Are Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan fit for the third ODI?
Yes, both are fully fit. Shubman Gill had heat-related discomfort and Ishan Kishan had a shoulder concern during the second ODI in Lucknow, but both have recovered completely.

6. Will Nitish Kumar Reddy be included in India's playing eleven for the third ODI?
Nitish Kumar Reddy is expected to return to the playing eleven for the third ODI.

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