India Vs England 5th Test Update:
The final showdown between India and England is set to unfold on March 7th in Dharamsala, with the team rosters now public. Jasprit Bumrah rejoins the team, while KL Rahul steps aside due to fitness concerns.
KL Rahul's participation was contingent on his fitness, and he has been deemed unfit for the Dharamsala Test. The BCCI's medical team is closely monitoring his condition, and he is in discussions with specialists in London regarding his injury.
The exhilarating news for Team India is the return of star bowler Jasprit Bumrah. After being released from the fourth test in Ranchi, Bumrah will reconnect with the team for the fifth test in Dharamsala. So far, he has impressively taken 17 wickets in the three matches of this series.
Washington Sundar Released
The off-spinner Washington Sundar has been released from the team. He will be playing for Tamil Nadu against Mumbai starting March 2, 2024, in the Ranji Trophy semi-finals, with the possibility of rejoining the Indian team for the fifth test if needed.
Mohammed Shami's Update
BCCI has shared an update on Mohammed Shami, who dazzled in the World Cup. He underwent successful surgery for his right ankle on February 26, 2024, and is currently recovering. He will soon begin his rehab process at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru.
Shami has been absent from the team since the World Cup, where he claimed 24 wickets in just 7 matches, earning him the prestigious Arjuna Award.
India's Team for the 5th Test in Dharamsala:
Rohit Sharma (Captain), Jasprit Bumrah (Vice-Captain), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Rajat Patidar, Sarfaraz Khan, Dhruv Jurel (Wicketkeeper), KS Bharat (Wicketkeeper), Devdutt Padikkal, R. Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Mukesh Kumar, Akash Deep.
