IND vs ENG Test: The Indian cricket team is all set for their next challenge in the must-win fourth Test against England in Manchester, but before that, the debate around team composition has only intensified. With the pitch expected to assist spin in the later stages, there’s a growing call for the inclusion of Kuldeep Yadav. However, the big question remains who makes way?

“The wicket in the fourth Test is not going to offer bounce to Kuldeep, but it will spin as the Test match progresses,” said former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar.

“And with the last three Tests all going deep into the fifth day, India have to seriously consider playing a second or even a third spinner. At the moment, their side is well-balanced,” he added.

Kuldeep’s recent red-ball form and ability to turn the ball both ways make him a compelling option.

“But the challenge lies in finding a way to bring Kuldeep Yadav in. You cannot drop Washington Sundar or Ravindra Jadeja. So, can you play three spinners? That would be a big call, especially considering the situation around Jasprit Bumrah. Picking Kuldeep can be the right move, but how would you fit him in. There may have to be a tough decision — is it Sundar who misses out? I wouldn’t want to be the one making that call,” he added.

Meanwhile, former England seamer Steve Harmison shared insights about the pitch and weather conditions both teams can expect in Manchester: “If it’s going to rain anywhere in England, and it hasn’t rained here in almost three months, it’ll be in Manchester. If there’s any venue where you might consider playing two spinners or even three spinners, it’s Manchester. England won’t go that route, they have got Liam Dawson, but India might consider it. I expect a wicket very similar to what we saw at Edgbaston and Lord’s, one that will break up as the game progresses and offer turn later on. But I don’t see much pace or bounce in it, and once again, we could be looking at a lower-scoring affair.”