Indian Team for the 3rd Test Match against England Announced- KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja return in the team

Indian Team for the 3rd Test Match against England Announced Virat Kohli to miss entire reason? Shreyas Iyer dropped or injured?

India Announces Squad for Final Tests Against England: Key Inclusions and Absences

Indian squad for the last 3 Test Matches against England announced

The excitement surrounding the ongoing Test series between India and England has reached new heights with the announcement of India's squad for the final three matches. The Men’s Selection Committee has made some significant decisions, stirring discussions among fans and experts alike.

Here is the Indian squad for the last 3 Test Matches against England 

Indian Squad: Rohit Sharma (C), Jasprit Bumrah (VC), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, KL Rahul*, Rajat Patidar, Sarfaraz Khan, Dhruv Jurel (WK), KS Bharat (WK), R Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja*, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohd. Siraj, Mukesh Kumar, Akash Deep

* Subject to fitness test

Virat Kohli to miss entire India vs England Test series 2024, Here is the reason? 

One of the most notable exclusions from the squad is the absence of Indian cricketing stalwart Virat Kohli. The Virat Kohli withdrawal from the remainder of the series has sparked curiosity and speculation. While the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has urged media and fans to maintain privacy regarding Kohli's situation, rumors have circulated, fueled in part by revelations from his former Royal Challengers Bangalore teammate, AB de Villiers. In a podcast, de Villiers hinted at Kohli and his wife Anushka Sharma expecting their second child, potentially shedding light on the reason behind his absence, Later De Villiers said sorry for the statement and said he known nothing about Virat Kohli's situation. Fans are hoping to see their hero on field soon. 

Whether Shreyas Iyer  Injured or dropped?

Few days ago there was some news showing that Iyer has back stiff and he might miss the 3rd test and today in the Announced Indian squad his name is not mentioned for the entire India vs England Test Series 2024. But what is seen that he is Shreyas Iyear is benched on the back of a disappointing showing in the current World Test Championship cycle. In his previous 12 innings, the middle-order batsman has only managed to score 187 runs at an average of 17. The management of the team and the selectors have not been pleased with his method of dismissals in the first two Test matches.  Because of this, even though Shreyas' back problems have reportedly returned, the statement makes no mention of the injury, making it obvious that Shreyas has been benched for the rest of the series. 

India Team for the rest of the India vs England Test Series Match 2024

In Kohli's absence, the Indian team will be looking to regroup and recalibrate its strategy for the upcoming 3 test matches against England. Young talents such as Dhruv Jurel, Rajat Patidar, and Sarfaraz Khan have retained their spots in the squad, with Patidar having earned his maiden Test cap already. With Kohli and Shreyas Iyer not included for the remainder of the series, there's a possibility for Sarfaraz Khan, a standout performer in the Ranji Trophy, to make his debut  in the 3rd Match of the  series.

Adding a fresh dimension to the bowling attack is the inclusion of Royal Challengers Bangalore's  bowler Akash Deep. The 27-year-old pacer impressed selectors with his performance against England Lions in a recent unofficial match in Ahmedabad, earning him his maiden Test call-up.

While Kohli and Iyer's absence may be felt in the batting lineup, the return of all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja and wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul offers a boost to the team. Both players missed the second Test due to injuries, but their reintegration into the squad is subjected to fitness clearance from the BCCI medical team.

The dynamics of the squad reflect the ever-evolving nature of international cricket, where injuries, form, and personal milestones can significantly impact team compositions. As India prepares to take on England in the final leg of this riveting series, fans eagerly await the performances of both established stars and emerging talents, hoping for thrilling encounters and memorable moments on the field.

India vs England Test Series 2024- 2nd Test India's Playing 11 after KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja ruled out of the 2nd Test

India vs England 2nd Test  Probable 11 - KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja set to miss 2nd Test Against England 

India vs England Test Series 2024

India vs England 2nd Test Match- After an unexpected loss to England in the opening Test, India is faced with a selection dilemma made more extreme by the unexpectedly injuries suffered by key players Ravindra Jadeja and KL Rahul. India's team management has a crucial task ahead of them as they prepare for the second Test match against England, which is set to start in Visakhapatnam. They need to rearrange their playing 11 in order to win the series and make a comeback. In this article we will find the perfect playing 11 of India which can win the 2nd Test Match.

Before England's upset victory in Hyderabad, Jadeja and Rahul had been instrumental in India's performances, particularly in the first innings of the 1st Test match. However, unfortunate injuries have sidelined both of them, with Jadeja nursing a hamstring injury and Rahul battling soreness in his right quadriceps. BCCI has stated that they are not going to participate in the 2nd Test Match from 2nd February. Their absence leaves significant voids in both the batting and bowling departments, posing a significant challenge for the Indian team management. Virat Kohli will also not available in the India vs England  2nd Test Match due to personal reasons. Kohli's  batting prowess is sorely missed, especially in the aftermath of the shocking defeat in the series opener. His absence further complicates the selection process, requiring the management to explore alternative strategies to fill the void left by the absence of regular players. 

BCCI has  announced  three players as replacement for Virat Kohli, KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja for the India vs England  2nd Test Match these three players are  Sarfaraz Khan, Sourabh Kumar, and Washington Sundar.

The Men's Selection Committee have added Sarfaraz Khan, Sourabh Kumar and Washington Sundar to India's squad.#INDvENG https://t.co/xgxI8NsxpV

— BCCI (@BCCI) January 29, 2024

 

With a pool of talented players at their disposal the Team Management have several options to consider. Rajat Patidar emerges as a compelling choice, given his inclusion in the squad for the first Test. Additionally, the inclusion of Kuldeep Yadav or Washington Sundar as the third spinner behind R Ashwin and Axar Patel provides a spin-heavy option to counter England's tactics.

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India vs England 2nd Test Match Pitch Report.

Visakhapatnam's ACA-VDCA Stadium traditionally offers favorable conditions for batsmen, particularly in the first innings. However, the pitch could offer assistance to spinners as the match progresses, necessitating a strategic approach from both teams. Players like Washington Sundar, with his ability to bat and bowl effectively, could prove to be valuable assets in such conditions.

India's Approach for 2nd Test Match against England

If India opt to go with Four Spinners and a fast bowler like England did in 1st Test match  This could involve playing Kuldeep alongside Ashwin and Axar, with Mohammed Siraj potentially making way for Kuldeep. Furthermore, the addition of  Washington Sundar in place of  Ravindra Jadeja will be like for like replacement as Washington Sundar gives a little batting down the order could bolster the middle order, providing stability and depth to the batting lineup. And it is most probable that India will play with 4 spinners seeing the condition in Visakhapatnam for the 2nd Test Match.

From batting point of view India will be thinking of playing Sarfaraz Khan over Rajat Patidar in place of injured KL Rahul as Sarfaraz plays Spins well in the middle order which India will require. For Gill and Iyer 2nd Test Match will be the last opportunity for either of them to keep their place in 11 as Virat Kohli will return to squad in the 3rd India vs England Test Match. 

Look at India's possible playing 11 for the India vs England 2nd Test Match of India vs England Test Series 2024 :- 

Rohit Sharma (C ),  Y Jaiswal,  S Gill, Sarfaraz Khan , S Iyer,  KS Bharat (wk), R Ashwin, Washington Sunda, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, and Jasprit Bumrah (VC)

Here is the Team India's updated squad for the first 2nd Tests against England-

Rohit Sharma (C ), S Gill, Y Jaiswal, Sarfaraz Khan, Sourabh Kumar, S Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), KS Bharat (wk), Dhruv Jurel (wk), R Ashwin, Washington Sundar, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohd. Siraj, Mukesh Kumar, Jasprit Bumrah (VC), Avesh Khan.

Here is the  England's squad for the 5 match test series against India :- 

 Ben Stokes (captain), Rehan Ahmed, James Anderson, Gusse Atkinson, Jonny Bairstow, Shoaib Bashir, Dan Lawrence, Jack Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ben Fox, Tom Hartley, Jack Leach, Ollie Pope, Ollie Robinson, Joe Root and Mark Wood

India vs England Test 2024 - India's squad for the first two test against England announced

India vs England Test- India's team for first two match announced- Where is Ishan Kishan?  Dhruv Jurel got maiden call up for Test and some exiting names

BCCI on 12 January announced the Indian squad for the first two test matches of five match Test series against England.

India will play 5 match Test series against England from 25 January

Currently India is at the top of World Test Championship (WTC) points table. This 5 match test series against England will be very important in terms of India's chance for the WTC Final 2025. Indian team will play 1st match of 5 match test series on January 25 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.

New faces in the squad 

In a significant development, Uttar Pradesh's promising wicketkeeper-batter, Dhruv Jurel, has earned his maiden call-up to the Indian national cricket team. The 16-member squad, announced by the senior selection committee, sees Jurel slotting in as the third wicketkeeping option behind the established duo of KL Rahul and KS Bharat. Jurel's inclusion is particularly notable as the selectors have opted to overlook Ishan Kishan for the first two Tests against England. The young cricketer from Uttar Pradesh has shown great promise in domestic cricket, and his call-up is a testament to the selectors' faith in his abilities. India's pace battery has also witnessed a notable addition, with Avesh Khan earning a place in the squad. The pace attack will be spearheaded by the designated vice-captain, Jasprit Bumrah, with Mohammed Siraj and Mukesh Kumar providing additional options in the fast bowling department.

Here is the Team India's squad for the first two Tests against England-

Rohit Sharma (C ), S Gill, Y Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, S Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), KS Bharat (wk), Dhruv Jurel (wk), R Ashwin, R Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohd. Siraj, Mukesh Kumar, Jasprit Bumrah (VC), Avesh Khan.

Some missing names in squad

 Unfortunately, Prasidh Krishna, who made his debut in South Africa, is set to miss the upcoming Tests due to a quadriceps injury. The injury occurred on the first day of Karnataka's Ranji fixture against Gujarat in Ahmedabad, forcing Prasidh to leave the field.

The selectors have taken a cautious approach with the experienced Mohammed Shami, choosing not to rush him back into the squad after injury. It is understood that Shami is likely to be considered for the latter part of the five-match series against England. Mohammed Shami recently got Arjuna Award from President of India. 

Ishan Kishan case is getting some attention from the fans as he is not included in the squad this time also. Is it clear indication that Ishan Kishan has to play Domestic Cricket now to comeback into Indian squad or is it a strategy of Indian team to miss an left handed batsman as the current squad has many left handers like Axar, Jadeja, Kuldeep  in the current squad who will definitely play . Only team management will answer about Ishan Kishan's omission from squad.

India's strategy in the upcoming series against England will heavily rely on its spin department in home conditions. Kuldeep Yadav has been selected to provide cover for the regular spinners - R Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, and Axar Patel. The spin quartet will play a crucial role in the team's efforts to outclass the English side.

Gill and Iyer to be noticed in this series

All eyes are on Shubman Gill as concerns linger over his performance in Test cricket. While the young batsman has solidified his place in limited-overs formats, his struggles in Tests have raised questions. Despite an impressive century against Australia in Ahmedabad, Gill has faced difficulties, scoring above 30 only once in nine innings. With competition from players like Rajat Patidar and Abhimanyu Easwaran, his Test spot might be in jeopardy if the poor form persists. On the other hand, Shreyas Iyer, despite concerns, is seen as a potential trump card for India in the middle-order, especially with his strong record against spinners in home conditions.

The 16-member squad, with the inclusion of Dhruv Jurel and Avesh Khan, reflects a blend of experience and youthful exuberance. As the team prepares to face England, the cricketing fraternity eagerly anticipates the performances of these talented individuals, hoping for a successful campaign in the challenging Test series.