The highly anticipated fifth and final Test match between India and England is set to commence on March 7 in Dharamsala. Despite India’s commanding 3-1 lead in the series, both teams are determined to give it their all in the final encounter.
Ahead of the match, a video of batter Shubman Gill undergoing an intense workout at the PCA Stadium in Mohali has surfaced on social media. Gill’s dedication and focus are evident as he sprints across the ground, leaving fans impressed.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced updates to India’s squad for the Dharamsala Test. Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, who was rested for the fourth Test, will make his return to the team. Bumrah has been a formidable force in the series, claiming 17 wickets at an impressive average of 13.64.
However, India will be without wicket-keeper batter KL Rahul, who has been ruled out due to an injury. The BCCI Medical Team is closely monitoring his condition and coordinating with specialists in London for further management.
Meanwhile, Washington Sundar has been released from the squad to participate in the Ranji Trophy for his domestic side, Tamil Nadu.
The updated India squad for the Dharamsala Test includes:
* Rohit Sharma (capt)
* Jasprit Bumrah (vice-capt)
* Yashasvi Jaiswal
* Shubman Gill
* Rajat Patidar
* Sarfaraz Khan
* Dhruv Jurel (wk)
* KS Bharat (wk)
* Devdutt Padikkal
* R Ashwin
* Ravindra Jadeja
* Axar Patel
* Kuldeep Yadav
* Mohammed Siraj
* Mukesh Kumar
* Akash Deep
As India aims to maintain its top spot in the World Test Championship points table, England will be eager to salvage some pride in the final match. The clash promises to be an exciting and competitive affair, with both teams determined to end the series on a high note.
