Suspense Crime, Digital Desk : Team India Set to Introduce Multiple Changes in Playing XI for Third ODI vs Afghanistan #INDvAFG - The HinduIndian coach has hinted at several changes for the third ODI against Afghanistan after having already wrapped up the series. The assistant coach, Ryan ten Doeschate, has not ruled out resting Arshdeep Singh and also confirmed the availability of Nitish Reddy, while speaking about Yashasvi Jaiswal’s struggle to cement his position in the Indian lineup.Having already decided the series in their favour with two back-to-back wins in the first two ODIs against Afghanistan, Team India are all set to bring in significant alterations in their playing XI for the third and final ODI. The Indian camp is not too concerned with the result of this final fixture, instead, the management is focusing on evaluating their squad depth and assessing potential combinations for the overseas series upcoming.Speaking on the eve of the match, assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate expressed his readiness to try out a few different combinations. "No, we will be making a few changes from the first two games," he stated, adding "Part of the brief coming into the series was that we wanted to try a few different combinations and give everyone a fair share of games." The 39-year-old further confirmed that the young pace sensation, Arshdeep Singh, is among the candidates being considered for a break."Someone like Arshdeep has bowled very well in the first two games; he can probably take a rest tomorrow, and the same goes for one of the batters.We'll swap them out and go back to playing a slightly different side," he concluded in the pre-match press conference.Ten Doeschate also provided a positive update on Nitish Reddy, who was sidelined from the previous ODI. "Nitish, he probably could have played the last game as well. But he will be good to go for tomorrow's game," said the former Netherlands all-rounder.Will Yashasvi Jaiswal Get a Long Run in ODIs?While the bowling unit is likely to see some rotations, the batting order also presents an interesting topic of discussion. The intense competition for a place in the Indian side means every opportunity is crucial for players aspiring to secure their spot. Yashasvi Jaiswal was included in the squad for the second ODI but failed to capitalize on his opportunity, falling short of a big score. The young batsman faces a stiff challenge to prove himself in an already well-established lineup that boasts of experienced players and returning members.The assistant coach acknowledged the pressure on Jaiswal to perform, given the abundance of talent in the team. "He is someone who is waiting in the wings because of the quality and the depth we have in that position," Ten Doeschate remarked, "But I certainly get the feeling that the first priority is always to win the series and to put your best team out. Jaiswal does get a few chances and it is incredibly tough because there is so much quality.But he is one of those guys where he does get the right chances like this, he is going to have to score runs.That is just the nature of Indian cricket."
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