The Indian cricketing spectrum is split over the collection of wicket-keeper within the Indian group for the ICC World Test Championship last in opposition to Australia. Both KS Bharat and Ishan Kishan have their strengths and weaknesses. While some need the ‘pure keeper’ Bharat to get the nod, others need Ishan for the ‘Rishabh Pant-like’ impression. Harbhajan Singh, who has been sharing his views on a variety of cricketing issues as a pundit, backtracked from his assertion by supporting Ishan’s case, having earlier picked Bharat as his alternative.

In a video on his YouTube channel, Harbhajan defined why Kishan ought to get the nod over Bharat, citing the Mumbai Indians’ batter’s means to face the brand new ball.

“Why Ishan Kishan should be considered ahead of Bharat?

“I believe it will add extra power to batting as Ishan Kishan can deal with the brand new ball a lot better than Bharat. He is an opener too and is in good type. So if the second new ball is launched after 80 overs and Ishan walks out to bat he can play as an opener,” said Bhajji.

The former India spinner also said that he doesn’t have much confidence in Bharat’s batting.

“Rishabh Pant is an explosive batter and Ishan additionally has the identical high quality. Although Bharat is excellent behind the wickets, I haven’t got a lot confidence in Bharat’s batting,” said Harbhajan.

Earlier in a chat on Star Sports, Harbhajan had picked Bharat over Kishan as he has ‘more experience’.

“No, I do not suppose so. KS Bharat has been enjoying for India now. If it have been Wriddhiman Saha, then I might say sure, play him. He has extra expertise and he is a greater keeper. If KL Rahul was match, I might’ve performed him over KS Bharat as nicely,” Harbhajan had said.