Dhawan to Pandya, Captain Kohli's concerns ahead of Lord's Test vs England

After losing the Edgbaston Test India have a lot of things to ponder; from deciding the opening pair to the role of all-rounder in the Indian cricket team. Before the first test there has been a buzz over Virat Kohli’s form in England and after Kohli’s 200 runs (149 in first and 51 in second innings) the course of discussions has changed as it is apparent now that one batsman can’t win you every match. It’s a team game so to be on the victorious side after 5 days of play in a Test match, a team has to perform in every aspect. From a good opening stand to showing spirited performance in every session to have an upper hand after each day’s play.

Business Standard look into various aspect India needs to improve ahead of 2nd test at Lords