KL Rahul has refused to divulge the makeup of India's opening partnership for the second test against Australia amid speculation that he will drop down the order to make way for returning captain Rohit Sharma.

KL Rahul said Wednesday he will bat "wherever" as India face a conundrum in the second Test against Australia with the expected return of Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill.

Given his focus, clarity and that he isn’t a stop-gap opener, if one were to take a punt, Rahul should continue to bat at the top in Adelaide

The Gandhis had on Tuesday announced their visit to Sambhal, where four persons were killed and several policemen injured during clashes over a court-ordered survey at the Shahi Jama Masjid on November 24.

In response to the restrictions, Uttar Pradesh Congress chief Ajay Rai has urged the authorities to allow a smaller group, including Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, and the state in-charge, Avinash Pande, to enter the district. Rai emphasized the importance of the delegation's visit to express solidarity with the families affected by the violence.

BJP criticizes Rahul Gandhi`s Sambhal visit, calling it a publicity stunt amid tensions and restrictions in the area.