India Squad For IND vs ENG 5th Test: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), on Thursday (February 29), unveiled the Indian squad for IND vs ENG 5th Test match, set to be played in Dharamshala from March 7 onwards. Wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul, sidelined since the first Test due to injury, will miss the final Test as well. In what comes as a major boost for the hosts, premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah, who was rested for the 4th Test in Ranchi, makes his return to the national team for IND vs ENG Dharamshala Test, after an extended break.
The BCCI medical team is closely monitoring Rahul's condition and is consulting with experts in London for further management.
Spin all-rounder Washington Sundar has been released from the team to join his Ranji Trophy side, Tamil Nadu, for their semi-final clash against Mumbai starting on March 2, 2024. He will have the option to rejoin the Indian team after the conclusion of the domestic matches, potentially for inclusion in the fifth Test, if required.
BCCI shares major update on Mohammed Shami's injury
Veteran fast bowler Mohammed Shami underwent a successful surgery on February 26, 2024, BCCI said in an official release. The 33-year-old will soon begin his rehabilitation process at Bengaluru's National Cricket Academy (NCA).
Devdutt Padikkal likely to make India debut in Dharamshala Test
Karnataka batter Devdutt Padikkal is likely to debut in IND vs ENG 5th Test in Dharamsala. The 23-year-old comes in as injured KL Rahul's replacement.
India’s updated squad for IND vs ENG 5th Test in Dharamshala: Rohit Sharma (C), Jasprit Bumrah (VC), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Rajat Patidar, Sarfaraz Khan, Dhruv Jurel (WK), KS Bharat (WK), Devdutt Padikkal, R Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Mukesh Kumar, Akash Deep.