Moises Henriques’ absence

There is every reason to be upset that Moises won’t be there. The most difficult part is that in every game there has been a change in the side because of injuries. As far as consistency is concerned, we are happy that we’ve been able to perform. Having said that, I’m pleased with the way the players have fought. The seniors and youngsters have adapted to different roles… Ricky opened the batting and Shaun Marsh has batted in the middle order.

The injuries

It is never easy to be saddled with injuries before the match has begun. We’re really excited about the young players. Every time somebody takes rest or gets injured, it gives another player an opportunity to play for Australia.

The demanding itinerary

It is pretty much the same around the world. Tournaments like the IPL and the Champions League make the schedule more hectic. But we have managed quite well. A seven-game series is a bit demanding on the players and five would have been nice and right in the circumstances. But you’ve got to realize that other things, like TV rights, are also involved in determining these things.

Mitchell Johnson’s performance

He didn’t have a great game the other night. I hope that he gets better. He is a sort of bowler who can make a comeback because he bowls quickly. He is a left-armer, he can angle across the right-handers, specially to a player like Sehwag. He has a lot of potential. In a couple of games he will be okay.

Doug Bollinger’s show

I think he is up to the contest. He runs in hard. He bowled beautifully in Mohali. He got important wickets for us in Delhi. He is really positive. At the moment he is putting on a fine performance at every opportunity that he is getting. He is a big kid, brings the ball from a height and gets a little bounce.

Ravindra Jadeja’s bowling

We didn’t know much about him. He is a bits and pieces player... We certainly did not expect his left-arm orthodox spin to have more impact than his batting. He has played well.

If Yuvraj Singh’s batting is a worry for him

He is a fine player. He batted so well in Delhi. He paced his innings well... got runs on a difficult wicket. He has the ability to time the ball sweetly.