India’s new number 3 batsman Ajinkya Rahane missed a straight delivery in the first innings of the third Test of Cricbuzz Cup 2015. Rahane, who scored a brilliant century in the second Test, missed a straight ball from Nuwan Pradeep and was given LBW by the umpire.
VIDEO: Nuwan Pradeep traps Ajinkya Rahane plumb in front of wicket
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sW6TsphJ17U
Earlier former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar had said that Rahane will not be an ideal No. 3 batsman for India in Test cricket.
“Rahane might be similar to Rahul (Dravid) in approach, temperamentally and nature wise but their batting style is different. So I think Rahane will not be an ideal No.3 batsman, keeping in mind the long term plans. I would rather bat him at No.4 or 5,” Manjrekar was quoted as saying byESPNcricinfo on Wednesday.
Rahane has been made to change his batting positions as per the requirement of the team. In his short career so far, Rahane has already batted at 3 different position, including the all important No. 3 spot. Many believe that Rahane is a better No. 5 batsman and he should bat at No. 5 only. .
