Srinath - experience is vital. (Allsport)

Born: 31.08.69
One-day internationals: 218
Batting: Right Hand (Avge: 11.02)
Bowling: Right Hand Fast Medium (Avge: 28.35)
Catches: 31

The ageing warrior makes a habit of bouncing back just when his critics have written him off.

Troubled by injury (shoulder and finger) in recent times and returned home midway through the Sri Lankan tour in 2001.

But he then bowled with fire in South Africa and was the leading wicket-taker on an otherwise miserable tour for India.

Toured the West Indies in 2002 as the spearhead of the Indian attack and bowled with gusto.

His experience and earlier success in South Africa will be valuable for India, provided the captain handles him with care.