Virat Kohli could return for remaining three Tests vs England© BCCI/Sportzpics
India vs England Test Squad Announcement Live Updates: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is expected to name the squad for the remaining three Tests against England today. Senior player like Virat Kohli missed the first Test while the likes of KL Rahuland Ravindra Jadeja missed the second Test due to different reasons. While Kohli had to withdraw his participation owing to a personal concern, Jadeja and Rahul missed out due to injuries. Though an official announcement is yet to come from the BCCI, Jadeja is unlikely to be fit before the start of the third Test, there’s a good chance of Rahul and Kohli’s return.
Here are the live updates of India’s squad announcement for the last three Tests against England:
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3:08 pm (IST)
India Squad for 3 Tests vs England Live: Bumrah joins the elite list
It is the first time Bumrah took the numero uno spot in men’s Test rankings for bowlers, with the likes of Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, and Bishen Singh Bedi claiming the top spots in Test rankings previously. Bumrah’s rise to the top as a result of his 9/91 (over two innings) during Vizag Test as India secured a series-equalling 106-run victory over England.
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15:07 (IST)
India Squad for 3 Tests vs England Live: Big feat for Bumrah
Jasprit Bumrah scaled new heights, becoming the first pace bowler in the country’s history to be placed at the top spot in the men’s Test bowling rankings.
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2:41 p.m. (IST)
India Squad for 3 Tests vs England Live: Will Sarfaraz retain his spot?
The absence of KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja proved to be a blessing for uncapped batter Sarfaraz Khan as he earned his maiden Test call-up for the second match. Known for his batting exploits in domestic cricket, Sarfaraz is yet to dawn Team India’s hat. He took the field as a substitute fielder for Shubman Gill in the match. It will be really interesting to see whether he gets renamed in the squad for the remaining Tests.
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14:23 (IST)
India Squad for 3 Tests vs England Live: Will Kohli return?
Star India batter Virat Kohli opted out of the first two Tests against England due to “personal reason”. BCCI also urged the fans and media to respect Kohli’s privacy and not to assume things regarding his absence. However, there’s still no confirmation about his return to the team for the remaining three matches.
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13:56 (IST)
India Squad Announcement LIVE: How Long Will Jadeja Stay Out?
The selection committee is expected to provide clarity on Ravindra Jadeja’s return but the all-rounder is likely to remain on the sidelines for the entire series. Even Mohammed Shami isn’t expected to return for this assignment but Rahul should be available.
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1:45 p.m. (IST)
India Test Squad Announcement LIVE: Will Bumrah Be Rested?
Jasprit Bumrah was India’s hero with the ball in the second Test at Vizag, bagging a total of 9 wickets. But, with this being a 5-match series, will the selectors rest him for a game? Such a situation could give England a psychological edge. Should the bold call be expected by the BCCI?
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13:28 (IST)
India Squad for 3 Tests vs England Live: Jaiswal, Gill’s brilliant knocks
Young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal smashed his maiden double century while Shubman Gill brought up his third Test century and helped India reach a huge total in the second Test. Both the batters played a huge role in India’s victory.
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1:20 p.m. (IST)
India Squad for 3 Tests vs England Live: Series levelled 1-1
The Ben Stokes-led side emerged victorious in the first match by 28 runs. However, Team India bounced back in the second game and thrashed England by 106 runs. The five-match series is currently levelled at 1-1.
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13:17 (IST)
India Squad for 3 Tests vs England Live: Hello
Hello and welcome to our live coverage of the India’s squad announcement for the remaining three Tests of the five-match series against England. Stay tuned for all the live updates.
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