Team India prepares to face Australia in a crucial three-match series that can be termed as the final dress rehearsal before the ODI Wold Cup. 

As the series starting on Friday without the service of the stalwarts like Rohit Sharma, Virat kohli, Kuldip Yadav and Hardik Pandya, it will be the pivotal moment for head coach Rahul Dravid to assess India’s bench strength. 

Amidts the high stake encounter, two Mumbai-based batters Shreyas Iyer and Suryakumar Yadav battle their personal issues to secure their all-important World Cup team spots.

For the formidable batter of spin bowling, Iyer his match fitness is his primary concern. 

The 28 year old Iyer stands at the crossroad of his carrier. Due to a stress fracture surgery he has had limited cricketing actions in the last six months. While chairman of the selectors Ajit Agarkar has given the green light for Iyer to participate in the upcoming three game series, the concern lies in whether his body can withstand playing 100 overs within the span of five days. 

On the other hand, Suryakumar popularly known as 'SKY' aspires to solidify a niche for himself in the ODI cricket world.

Despite having 27 ODIs in the kitty, his average of less than 25 creates a dilemma over his suitability in the 50- over format. He's determined to prove his worth to the team management and secure a spot as a regular in the World Cup team.

The presence of upcoming young talent Tilak Varma puts pressure on Suryakumar's position, and at the age of 33, this might be his final opportunity to feature in a 50- over World Cup.