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Uncapped Trio Earns Test Call-Up vs Afghanistan
19 May
Summary
- Uncapped players Manav Suthar, Gurnoor Brar, and Harsh Dubey are in the squad.
- Shubman Gill will captain the Test team against Afghanistan.
- KL Rahul has been appointed as the new vice-captain.
Shubman Gill has been named captain for the one-off Test against Afghanistan, scheduled for June 6 in New Chandigarh. KL Rahul has been appointed as the new vice-captain, replacing Rishabh Pant. The squad sees the inclusion of uncapped players Manav Suthar, Gurnoor Brar, and Harsh Dubey, signalling a potential shift in team strategy.
This Test match carries significant weight as India aims to overcome recent challenges in the red-ball format, particularly on home soil. Batters face the task of adapting to spin-friendly conditions, an area that proved problematic in the past series against South Africa. The team also seeks stability in the crucial number three batting position, with Devdutt Padikkal expected to feature prominently.
Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja are notable absentees from both the Test and the subsequent three-match ODI series against Afghanistan. The timing of the Test, following the IPL final on May 31, allows for a short preparation period. Sai Sudharsan and Devdutt Padikkal are among the batters included, with opportunities anticipated for them to establish themselves.
