NEW DELHI: Ravichandran Ashwin's inclusion in India's playing XI stole the spotlight as captain Rohit Sharma won the toss and opted to bat first in the second day-night Test at the Adelaide Oval on Friday.
Ashwin, India's veteran spinner, replaced Washington Sundar as part of three changes to the side that played in Perth. The off-spinner's return adds an experienced spin option to the bowling attack on a dry pitch with grass covering.