Rohit Sharma has returned in one of three changes to India’s starting lineup from the series-opening win over Australia and he opted to bat first after winning the toss to start the second test.

Scott Boland will return to test whites as replacement for injured paceman Josh Hazlewood in Australia's sole change for the second match against India in Adelaide, captain Pat Cummins confirmed on Thursday.

Cricket's financial power India has never truly dominated five-day Test cricket, but a sustained run of success is imminent due to its depth of talent and heft.