Karun NairBangalore: Chairman of selectors MSK Prasad said that his panel thought it was the "best opportunity" to get Karun Nair back in the Test team rather than persisting with Rohit Sharma, who has flattered to deceive in the longest version. Karun was back in the Indian team after slamming 600-plus runs in Ranji Trophy, while limited overs vice-captain Rohit paid the price for his inconsistent run away from home in the longest format. "This was the best opportunity for us to give Karun a chance because he's been doing well," Prasad replied when asked why Rohit had been omitted from the Test squad. Prasad, a former India stumper, once again made it clear that Mahendra Singh Dhoni is the best wicketkeeper-batsman that India have at the moment. On selection of A teams, Prasad said that tracking domestic cricket has been one of their strong points.

Source: The Telegraph May 08, 2018 21:22 UTC