In a major blow to the Indian cricket team, KL Rahul has been ruled out of the upcoming 3rd Test against England. Rahul, a senior batter, has failed to fully recover from his injury, leading to his absence from the crucial match. However, a surprise replacement has emerged in the form of Devdutt Padikkal, a talented left-handed batsman from Karnataka. Team India will play the 3rd test match against England from 15th February in Rajkot.
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KL Rahul’s Injury and Absence
Rahul’s injury woes began during the first Test match against England in Hyderabad, where he complained of right quadriceps pain. As a result, he was forced to sit out the second game in Visakhapatnam, which India won convincingly. Despite being added to the squad for the remaining three Tests, Rahul’s availability had been always subject to his fitness.
Devdutt Padikkal as Replacement
While KL Rahul’s absence is undoubtedly a setback for the Indian team, the emergence of Devdutt Padikkal as his replacement brings some excitement. The 23-year-old left-hander has been in excellent form in the domestic circuit, particularly in the ongoing Ranji Trophy season.
Padikkal’s First-Class Performance
In his most recent Ranji Trophy match, Padikkal showcased his batting prowess by scoring a magnificent 151 runs. His impressive knock caught the attention of the selectors, including chairman Ajit Agarkar, who watched the innings from the stands. Padikkal has consistently performed well throughout the season, starting with a superb 193 against Punjab in the opening game, followed by a brilliant century against Goa.
Questions Surrounding Rahul’s Injury
Rahul’s extended break due to his injury raises questions about the transparency of the BCCI’s medical team and the communication regarding the status of certain players’ injuries. Fans and experts alike are left wondering if there is more to Rahul’s injury than meets the eye.
India’s Updated Squad for the 3rd Test
With KL Rahul ruled out, the Indian team’s batting lineup will feature a few new faces. The updated squad for the 3rd Test against England includes captain Rohit Sharma, vice-captain Jasprit Bumrah, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Rajat Patidar, Sarfaraz Khan, Dhruv Jurel, KS Bharat, R Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja (subject to fitness), Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohd. Siraj, Mukesh Kumar, Akash Deep, and Devdutt Padikkal.
KL Rahul’s absence from the 3rd Test against England is a significant setback for the Indian team. However, it provides an opportunity for Devdutt Padikkal to showcase his talent at the international level. With the series finely poised, the Indian team will be hoping that Padikkal can make a positive impact and contribute to their success. As fans eagerly await the start of the match in Rajkot, all eyes will be on Padikkal as he takes on the challenge of filling Rahul’s shoes and making a mark on the cricketing stage
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