India, Nov. 21 -- Washington Sundar's promotion to no. 3 in the Indian batting order in the first Test in Kolkata received plenty of attention. Usually a middle-order batter, the all-rounder was sent higher up and justified the decision with good cameos (29 and 31). Sundar showed good defensive skill, unlike his other teammates, who were dismissed early, and also showed a certain degree of aggression.

But Sundar's contribution with the bat wasn't enough as India lost by 30 runs, including a collapse in the second innings, where they were bowled out for 93.

Weighing in on the decision to promote Sundar higher up the batting order, Ajinkya Rahane questioned the decision. Speaking on 'Ash ki Baat', he said, "It's very tough as a batter in ...