Ajinkya Rahane and Ishant Sharma's position in the Indian Test team had become untenable due to prolonged run of poor form and more than anyone else, the two cricketers knew about it.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/new-zealand-in-india/rahane-ishant-get-honourable-injury-exit-route-from-team-management-for-2nd-test/articleshow/88069885.cms