MELBOURNE:
Washington understands well that Indian team management is expecting a good show from him while batting at number eight. Rishabh Pant (6) and Ravindra Jadeja (4) will resume India's first innings from 164 for five with Washington slated to come next. India ended second day at 164 for 5 after Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli were out in quick succession following their 102-run partnership for the third wicket.
"Isn't it amazing that the team wants me to do really well in all three aspects of the game. That's a great opportunity for me," Washington said when asked how he trains his mind to adjust to a very different expectation from the team management.
"It will be very important to do whatever the team requires. No matter which situation of the game I get to be in, it's just about being out there, putting in the right energy and getting things done for the team." Washington accepted that they are not in great position but refused to believe that they are not even in fight.
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