Overview

• Former coach WV Raman insisted Easwaran’s long-term consistency merits selection ahead of Sai Sudharsan and Karun Nair
• Mohammad Kaif cited Easwaran’s 27 first-class centuries and nearly 8,000 runs as proof of his readiness for Test cricket
• The 29-year-old led India A against England Lions, notching half-centuries of 68 and 80 in recent preparation
• Sai Sudharsan’s IPL Orange Cap season and strong Ranji Trophy return have made him a compelling alternative
• India’s first Test in the five-match series begins on June 20 with the No.3 decision still under active review