The switch-hit has drawn sharp criticism from the likes of former Australia captain Ian Chappell who wants it to be banned.
The shot has been brought into prominence again with Australian Glenn Maxwell regularly playing it during the recently concluded ODI series against India.
India vs Australia 2020: Glenn Maxwell regularly plays the shot and has advised the bowlers to innovate like the batsmen have over the years,
Chappell recalled the memory of Rahane leading the Indian team in 2017 Border-Gavaskar Trophy match after Kohli injured his shoulder and was ruled out of the final Test in Dharamsala.
Kohli will be returning to India after the first Test against Australia.
The former captain said the Indians very well understand the stakes associated with the tour of Australia and will leave no stone unturned in their preparations for the series.
Chappell feels the DRS is being manipulated and needs an overhaul.
Chappell narrated how a player of colour in a mixed-race International Wanderers side -- managed by Richie Benaud and captained by Greg -- was targeted.
Chappell said that the presence of Pandya can give India an extra seam bowling option and depth in batting.
Chappell feels national players should give domestic cricket more importance than the T20 league.