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India has picked a strong squad for the upcoming Test series against the West Indies. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar confirmed the 15-player group, which will be led by Shubman Gill. A notable absentee is wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant, who is still working his way back from an injury. The team selection shows a clear focus on maintaining momentum in the World Test Championship cycle.

Key Points: India Test Squad for West Indies Announced Rishabh Pant Misses Out

  • Shubman Gill to lead a full-strength squad for the two-match home series
  • Ravindra Jadeja appointed as the vice-captain for the Test matches
  • Rishabh Pant misses selection as he continues recovery from a foot injury
  • Prasidh Krishna included despite recent head injury during an India A match
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India announce squad for home Test series against West Indies; Rishabh Pant misses out due to injury

Ajit Agarkar announces India's 15-member Test squad led by Shubman Gill. Rishabh Pant is unavailable due to injury, while Prasidh Krishna is included.

"The selectors' decision to go with a strong line-up reflects India's intent to keep up a strong World Test Championship campaign. - Article"

New Delhi, September 25

India's chief selector Ajit Agarkar on Thursday announced a fifteen-member squad for the upcoming home Test series against West Indies, scheduled to begin on October 2 in Ahmedabad.

Despite speculation that Shubman Gill might be rested due to his involvement in India's Asia Cup T20I campaign, the selectors have opted for a full-strength squad, including Jasprit Bumrah, for the World Test Championship campaign.

Apart from Gill, the squad has Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, N Jagadeesan, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, and Kuldeep Yadav.

India will play two Test matches against West Indies.

Karun Nair is not in the squad. Ravindra Jadeja has been announced as the vice captain.

Prasidh Krishna, who had a promising run in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, has been included despite suffering a head injury during India A's second match against Australia A in Lucknow on Wednesday, which forced him to leave the field.

Rishabh Pant misses out as he continues to recover from a foot injury.

The Indian team will play the Asia Cup final on Sunday, September 28, giving Gill and a few other players just a few days before joining the Test squad. The selectors' decision to go with a strong line-up reflects India's intent to keep up a strong World Test Championship campaign.

India squad: Shubman Gill (c), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, N Jagadeesan, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kuldeep Yadav.

- ANI

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Priya S
Happy to see Yashasvi Jaiswal getting another chance! He's been consistent in domestic cricket. Also good that they're not resting Gill - we need our best players for WTC points.
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Rohit P
Why is Karun Nair still being ignored? He scored that triple century and has been performing well in Ranji Trophy. Selectors need to be more consistent with their selection criteria.
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Sarah B
The schedule is too tight! Players going from Asia Cup final to Test series in just 4 days. BCCI should manage workload better to prevent injuries. 😟
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Vikram M
Jadeja as vice-captain makes perfect sense! His experience will help Gill who's still new to captaincy. Strong spin attack with Jadeja, Axar and Kuldeep - WI batsmen will struggle!
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Michael C
Good balanced squad. Happy to see Prasidh Krishna included despite the injury scare - he's been impressive. Hope Dhruv Jurel gets a chance to show his skills with Pant unavailable.

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