Team India report card: Pujara, the topper this time

Virat Kohli’s side attained nirvana at the Sydney Cricket Ground, clinching the Border-Gavaskar Trophy for the first time Down Under in 71 years. Here’s a performance review.

Virat Kohli and company savour the moment after winning the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

 

 

How Team India fared

 

Murali Vijay failed to live up to the expectations.

 

K.L. Rahul had a forgettable series with the bat.

 

Mayank Agarwal grabbed the opportunity with both hands.

 

India found a new 'Wall' in Cheteshwar Pujara.

 

Virat Kohli was brilliant both as captain and batsman.

 

Ajinkya Rahane had a lukewarm series with the bat.

Hanuma Vihari was character personified.

 

 

Rohit Sharma had his moments but couldn't really make a difference.

 

 

Rishabh Pant exhibited an entertaining brand of cricket.

 

Ravindra Jadeja's contribution was vital for India's success.

 

Ravichandran Ashwin played a key role in Adelaide.

 

 

Kuldeep Yadav bamboozled the Australian batsmen.

 

Jasprit Bumrah was sensational with the ball.

 

 

Mohammed Shami claimed 16 wickets.

 

Ishant Sharma spearheaded the Indian pace attack.

 

Umesh Yadav couldn't deliver in the lone Test match he played.