Former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar criticised India's decision to drop batsman Shubman Gill for the Boxing Day Test against Australia. He called the move harsh and noted it did not significantly improve either the batting or bowling performance. The series is tied at 1-1, with crucial matches ahead. The series is currently tied at 1-1, with both teams vying for an important series lead in the Boxing Day Test as they aim for a spot in the ICC World Test Championship final.
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