Okay, let's analyze why "bright" is the best answer, and why the others aren't as suitable. * **Understanding the Sentence:** The sentence sets up a contrast: poor performance versus selection chances. The word that fills the blank needs to make sense in light of this contrast. * **Why "bright" is the best choice:** "Bright" suggests that despite the poor performances, there's a good possibility of K.L. Rahul being selected. This implies that other factors (such as past performance, captain's preference, or lack of other options) are overriding the current poor form. * **Why the other options are less suitable:** * **(A) slim:** "Slim" means unlikely. This contradicts the implied meaning of the sentence, which suggests selection is still possible despite poor performance. * **(C) obvious:** "Obvious" means easily understood or clear. If Rahul's performances were poor, his selection wouldn't be obvious. * **(D) uncertain:** "Uncertain" is a possible answer, but not as strong as "bright". The sentence suggests that there is some reason to believe that KL Rahul may get selected. **Therefore, "bright" is the most logical and appropriate word to fill the blank, highlighting the unexpected possibility of selection despite poor performance.**