3rd Test India vs England possible 11 Telecasts details and Teams News

India vs England 3rd Test possible 11 and Team News, Who will play in Rajkot?

India vs England Test Series 2024- The upcoming third Test between India and England, scheduled  to begin on February 15th in Rajkot, is poised to be a thrilling showdown. With the series currently tied at 1-1,after the home side bounced back in the second Test at Visakhapatnam after losing the opener in Hyderabad. Both teams are gearing up for a crucial encounter in this five-match series, which also holds significance in the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 cycle. India, with 38 points and a 52.77 winning percentage, is in third place. While England, with 21 points (25 percent), stands in eighth place.

Venue: Saurastra Cricket Association Stadium

First have a look at the venue where India vs England 3rd Test Match is scheduled to be played. The Saurastra Cricket Association Stadium, the venue for the third Test, holds a special significance. Having hosted two Tests previously, the pitch is expected to offer assistance to spinners as the match progresses. Winning the toss will be crucial, with teams aiming to capitalize on favorable batting conditions in the first innings.  So both teams will like to win the toss and put some huge runs on board in the very first innings. 

Team India News: Facing Challenges of Injuries 

Indian Cricket Team finds itself grappling with several challenges ahead of the important third Test against England. Injuries to key players, such as KL Rahul and Mohammed Shami, have dealt a blow to the team. Additionally, the recent exclusion of Shreyas Iyer due to poor form and unavailability of Virat Kohli for the rest of the series has given a big headache to India's Team selection dilemma.

With the absence of Virat Kohli and Rahul, the team management must restructure the batting lineup. Mumbai's Sarfaraz Khan is set to make his Test debut in the 3rd Test, stepping in for the injured players. KS Bharat will also have to make way for Dhruv Jurel as a wicketkeeper who may also make debut in the 3rd Test. Furthermore, the return of Mohammed Siraj in the squad and he will directly walk into the 11 and is expected to bolster the bowling attack, likely partnering with Jasprit Bumrah.

 

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Possible India XI for the 3rd Test against England :

Rohit Sharma (capt)

Yashasvi Jaiswal

Shubman Gill

Sarfaraz Khan

Rajat Patidar

Dhruv Jurel (wk)

Ravindra Jadeja/ Kuldeep Yadav*

R Ashwin

Axar Patel

Jasprit Bumrah

Mohammed Siraj

* Although R Jadeja batted in the nets ahead of the 3rd test but if he does not gets fully fit then Kuldeep will walk in the 11. 

England Team: Determined for a Strong Response

England, having lost the second Test to India, must be  determined to bounce back strongly. With the series evenly poised, the visitors are expected to field a competitive lineup. The return of Mark Wood alongside James Anderson is anticipated to strengthen England's pace attack, offering captain Ben Stokes more options.  England are likely to play two seamers and Mark Wood should be back to team up with James Anderson.

Possible England XI for the 3rd Test against India -

Zak Crawley

Ben Duckett

Ollie Pope

Joe Root

Jonny Bairstow

Ben Stokes (capt)

Ben Foakes (wk)

Tom Hartley

Rehan Ahmad

Mark Wood

James Anderson

Where to watch India vs England 3rd Test Live Coverage Free ?

Fans can catch all the action of the third Test live on Sports 18. Additionally, live streaming will be available on the JioCinema app. 

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As the excitement builds for the third Test, cricket fans eagerly anticipate another enthralling chapter in the India vs England rivalry. With both teams aiming for victory, expect an intense battle as they vie for supremacy in Rajkot.