India’s Squads for West Indies Tests and ODI Series: The Board for Cricket Control in India (BCCI) has revealed the squads for the upcoming tour of the West Indies. The Indian team is set to play two Test matches and a three-match ODI series against the West Indies. Exciting young talents have earned their maiden call-ups, while some experienced players have been dropped.
Let’s have a look at the squads and the notable inclusions and exclusions : India’s Squads for West Indies Tests and ODI Series
Test Squad
- Rohit Sharma (Captain): Leading the team in the Test matches.
- Shubman Gill, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Virat Kohli, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ajinkya Rahane (Vice-Captain): The batting lineup comprising promising talents and experienced players.
- KS Bharat, Ishan Kishan (Wicketkeepers): Responsible for the gloves behind the stumps.
- R Ashwin, R Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Axar Patel: The spin-bowling contingent.
- Mohd. Siraj, Mukesh Kumar, Jaydev Unadkat, Navdeep Saini: The fast-bowling arsenal.
India’s Squads for West Indies Tests and ODI Series
ODI Squad
- Rohit Sharma (Captain): Leading the team in the ODI series.
- Shubman Gill, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Virat Kohli, Surya Kumar Yadav, Sanju Samson (Wicketkeeper): Key players in the batting lineup.
- Ishan Kishan (Wicketkeeper), Hardik Pandya (Vice-Captain): Offering depth and versatility to the squad.
- Shardul Thakur, R Jadeja, Axar Patel, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav: The bowling unit comprising seamers and spinners.
- Jaydev Unadkat, Mohd. Siraj, Umran Malik, Mukesh Kumar: Additional fast-bowling options.
India’s Squads for West Indies Tests and ODI Series
Notable Inclusions and Exclusions
- Yashasvi Jaiswal: The young top-order batter earns his maiden Test call-up after an impressive performance in the IPL 2023 and a remarkable record in first-class cricket.
- Mukesh Kumar: Another exciting addition to the Test squad as a pacer with potential.
- Cheteshwar Pujara and Mohammed Shami: These veteran players have been dropped from the Test side.
- Navdeep Saini: After a long gap, Saini returns to the Test squad, showcasing his capabilities as a fast bowler.
- Ajinkya Rahane: Making a comeback to the Test side as the vice-captain following a successful WTC final.
India’s Squads for West Indies Tests and ODI Series
The squads announced by the BCCI for the West Indies tour feature a blend of experienced players and young talents. The inclusion of players like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Mukesh Kumar in the Test squad reflects the board’s focus on nurturing promising cricketers. The series against the West Indies presents an opportunity for the Indian team to showcase their skills and build a strong foundation for future success. Fans eagerly await the thrilling encounters between India and the West Indies in the Test matches and ODI series.
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