Former CSK Player N. Jagadeesan Set to Join Team India as Cover for Injured Rishabh Pant
Tamil Nadu’s N. Jagadeesan is likely to be added to India’s squad as a reserve for Rishabh Pant, who is nursing a toe injury during the current Test series in England. He awaits UK visa clearance, expected within 48 hours. Pant’s Injury Status N Jagadeesan’s Inclusion Also read: Why Jagadeesan? Current Team Situation What’s Next? […] The post Former CSK Player N. Jagadeesan Set to Join Team India as Cover for Injured Rishabh Pant appeared first on Trade Brains.
Tamil Nadu’s N. Jagadeesan is likely to be added to India’s squad as a reserve for Rishabh Pant, who is nursing a toe injury during the current Test series in England. He awaits UK visa clearance, expected within 48 hours.
Pant’s Injury Status
- Pant was struck on the right foot by a Chris Woakes delivery on Day 1 of the fourth Test at Old Trafford.
- Scans later revealed a fractured metatarsal in his toe.
- Despite the injury, Pant returned to bat on Day 2 and scored a fighting 54.
- However, he was ruled out from wicketkeeping duties for the rest of the match.
- His availability for the fifth Test at The Oval remains uncertain.
N Jagadeesan’s Inclusion
- Jagadeesan was chosen as Pant’s backup after Ishan Kishan was ruled out due to an ankle injury.
- Selectors preferred him over KS Bharat based on current form and fitness.
- He has been informed of his likely call-up and is currently preparing, pending visa clearance.
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Why Jagadeesan?
- Jagadeesan is an experienced domestic cricketer and consistent performer for Tamil Nadu.
- He has scored over 3,300 runs in first-class cricket at an average of 47.50, including 10 centuries and 14 fifties.
- His dual role as an opener and wicketkeeper adds depth to India’s squad.
Current Team Situation
- With Pant injured, Dhruv Jurel has taken over wicketkeeping duties for the fourth Test.
- Jurel is expected to continue in the role if Pant is not fit for the final match.
- Jagadeesan will serve as a standby option and may only feature if there’s another injury or change in strategy.
What’s Next?
- Jagadeesan’s visa is expected within 48 hours.
- Once authorized, he will swiftly fly to the UK and join the squad ahead of the concluding Test match.
- His inclusion bolsters India’s options behind the stumps during this decisive stretch of the series.
Written by RITESH SINGH
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