Ajinkya Rahane on Yashasvi Jaiswal (Source: AFP)India have already won the three-match ODI series against West Indies after taking a 2-0 lead. With the series result decided, attention has now turned to possible changes for the third and final ODI in New Chandigarh on Saturday, October 3.One of the biggest questions is whether Yashasvi Jaiswal will finally get a chance at the top of the order. However, former India batter Ajinkya Rahane believes other players should get an opportunity ahead of Jaiswal.Rahane has backed Mohammed Siraj and Nitish Kumar Reddy to return to India's playing XI vs WI in the 3rd ODI. Ajinkya Rahane feels giving Nitish Reddy regular game time is particularly important as India look to build their squad for the 2027 World Cup.Rahane Wants Nitish Reddy and Mohammed Siraj Back In Place Of Jaiswal For IND vs WI 3rd ODISpeaking on Cricbuzz, Ajinkya Rahane said he would like to see one or two changes for the final ODI. He expects Siraj to return and also wants Reddy to get another opportunity."I want to see 1 or 2 changes. Mohammed Siraj will mostly come in, and I want to see Nitish Kumar Reddy back as well. If he is in your World Cup plans, his role will be crucial, so it is important to give him confidence here." Ajinkya Rahane added.Also Read: India Coach Breaks Silence On Yashasvi Jaiswal's ODI Future Ahead Of World Cup 2027On Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rahane felt India’s batting is already settled and that the opener not playing the third ODI would not be a major issue."If Jaiswal doesn't play now, it makes no difference at all, because our batting is set. You need to set the all-rounder's slot," Ajinkya Rahane said on Cricbuzz.Yashasvi Jaiswal has played six ODIs and has scored 285 runs at an average of 71.25, including two centuries. Despite that record, he has remained on the bench in the first two games against West Indies.Why should India Pick Nitish Kumar Reddy and Mohammed Siraj for the IND vs WI 3rd ODI?It is important to note that India should pick Nitish Kumar Reddy and Mohammed Siraj for the IND vs WI 3rd ODI over Yashasvi Jaiswal.Nitish Reddy provides India with an additional seam-bowling option while also adding depth to the batting. He played the first ODI but had an expensive outing with the ball and did not get a chance to bat. Another game could help India understand his role better before the 2027 World Cup.On the other hand, Mohammed Siraj would bring experience to an attack that has had some concerns during the series. His new-ball bowling and international experience could provide India with greater control.Also Read: How Many Times Can India And Pakistan Face Each Other In ODI World Cup 2027?
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