Team India’s management decision to drop Kuldeep Yadav in the second ongoing Test match against New Zealand has raised eyebrows. With the inclusion of Washington Sundar for the New Zealand series, it was almost clear that they would be going with Sundar in place of Kuldeep in the second Test. Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar supported the team's decision for the second Test against New Zealand in Pune, praising it as a sensible move. Manjrekar agreed with India's choice to drop Kuldeep Yadav and bring in Washington Sundar for the match. Kuldeep was left out after a lackluster performance in the Bengaluru Test, where India suffered a surprising defeat against New Zealand. He had been selected over Axar Patel for the first Test, marking his return to the XI for the first time since March 2024. Also Read: “Out Hai, Out Hai” - Sarfaraz Pushes Rohit A Successful DRS Review There has been talk about India potentially making up to three changes to their playing XI after the loss in the series opener in Bengaluru. However, Manjrekar suggested that Sundar, given his height and speed, would be a better fit for the spin-friendly conditions at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune. Manjrekar in a tweet, said: "Common sense selection. In-form seamer in. When the pitch is offering a lot, you don’t need an artiste like Kuldeep, a tall, quick, finger spinner will do." Manjrekar's tweet: Common sense selection. In-form seamer in. When pitch is offering a lot, you don’t need an artiste like Kuldeep, a tall, quick, finger spinner will do. 👍#INDvNZ — Sanjay Manjrekar (@sanjaymanjrekar) October 24, 2024 In contrast to the pacer-friendly conditions in Bengaluru, Pune’s pitch had a more typical Indian feel. It was dry and began offering assistance to spinners as early as Day 1’s morning session. Manjrekar called the decision a logical one, pointing to two key factors: the players' form and Sundar’s distinctive bowling skills.