India is playing a highly anticipated Test series on home soil. Team India is facing England in a five-match Test series. In the first Test match, India faced a defeat of 28 runs. With that win, England got the lead of the series by a 1-0 margin. After that match, Team India received two setbacks. Ravindra Jadeja and KL Rahul were ruled out from the second Test match. But as per reports, Jadeja is all set to miss the third Test and KL Rahul is aiming to comeback in the third Test match.
Jadeja and Rahul’s Injury:
Even after taking a lead of 190 runs, Team India lost the first Test match by 28 runs against England. Team India’s batting lineup shuffled in the second innings. The English bowlers were outstanding that day. Tom Hartley took 7 wickets single-handedly in the last innings. Indian batters failed to make valuable partnerships in crucial times. They started the series with a disappointing defeat.
Jadeja and Rahul face setbacks with injuries, as per BCCI’s statement. Jadeja injured his hamstring during the fourth-day run, while Rahul reported right quadriceps pain after the opening Test. Consequently, both players will miss the second Test with the BCCI medical team overseeing their recovery. In response, the selection committee, headed by Ajit Agarkar, has included Washington Sundar, Sarfaraz Khan, and Saurabh Kumar in the squad. The focus now shifts to the newcomers as India navigates the challenge posed by the absence of these key players in the upcoming Test.
Wait Continues for Jadeja and Rahul’s Eye on Comeback:
Virat Kohli is not playing the first two Tests due to some family reasons. Rajat Patidar replaced him in the team. Kohli’s absence is a huge blow for the team. At that point, Jadeja and Rahul’s injuries are extra concern for the team. Both are key players for the team. Their returns are highly anticipated for the upcoming matches of the series.
After sustaining the injury, Ravindra Jadeja headed to NCA, Bangalore, and started his rehab. But as per the reports, he is set to miss the third Test of the series. His recovery will take time. But on the other hand, KL Rahul is hoping to be back in the team ahead of the third Test.
On February 2, Team India will face England at the ACA-VDCA Stadium in Vizag. This series is exceptionally crucial for the upcoming World Test Championship for both teams. England is already leading the team by 1-0. Rohit Sharma and Co. will try hard to register their first win in the series.
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