Abhimanyu Easwaran’s recent struggles in the unofficial Test series against Australia A have cast doubt on his readiness for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The Bengal opener, who was expected to cement his place as a potential opener in the Test series, has failed to make an impact with the bat in his four innings.
In the first unofficial Test at Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay, Easwaran scored just 7 and 12. His performance dipped further in the second match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, where he was dismissed for a four-ball duck in the first innings and managed only 17 off 31 balls in the second innings.
Easwaran’s total tally of just 36 runs from four innings reflects a significant missed opportunity for the opener. With the Border-Gavaskar Trophy starting on November 22 in Perth, questions are likely to be raised about his readiness for the marquee series.
The 29-year-old batter has been waiting in the wings for a spot in India’s Test team, but his recent performances have not been encouraging. He will need to find his form quickly if he wants to be considered for a place in the playing XI for the first Test in Perth.
