Kirsten backs youngsters

The selectors8217; formula of sticking with a young team got the nod from Team India coach Gary Kirsten. 8220;It8217;s a great challenge for the youngsters. At some point of time, they do need to be tested. We will never come to know of their capabilities unless and until they are given opportunities,8221; he said, just before departing for Bangladesh.

Kirsten is also elated with Yusuf Pathan8217;s show in the IPL: 8220;In the final, it was Yusuf who won the match.8221;

There were though, raised some concerns about the spin-strength of the Bangladesh-bound team, with Anil Kumble not part of the squad and Harbhajan Singh out banned. 8220;The spin department does look a little weaker8230; But if the selectors think they are capable, I will back Piyush Chawla and others to the hilt.8221;