Kuldeep Yadav IN, Axar Patel OUT! India’s best XI in the first Test against Bangladesh

As India preparing to host Bangladesh for the first test of the two-match series, i the selectors announced a formidable squad that combines experience and youth. The team is expected to field a strong batting line-up in Chennai, led by the faithful Rohit Sharmawho will be aiming to continue his impressive form.

India’s best XI for Chennai Test: Kuldeep Yadav to replace Axar Patel

Top order:

Rohit Sharma (c): The Indian captain has been in excellent form in recent times and is expected to give a strong start to the innings.

Yashasvi Jaiswal: The young left-arm opener impressed with his aggressive batting against England in the five-match Test series and is likely to repeat the same feat against Bangladesh.

Shubman Gill: Another talented young player, Gill has been a consistent player and will be aiming to cement his place in the Test team.

Middle Order:

Virat Kohli: The former India captain is always a threat in any bowling attack and will look to regain his good form to return to red ball cricket.

KL Rahul: Rahul has been in good form in recent times and could be a valuable asset in the middle order.

Rishabh Pant (wk): A wicketkeeper-batsman is a powerful player who can contribute a lot with both bat and gloves. He missed the longest format of the game due to multiple injuries, which he suffered in a car accident in December 2022.

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Bowling Attack:

Ravichandran Ashwin: The off-spinner is one of the best bowlers in the world and will be expected to dominate the Bangladesh batsmen.

Ravindra Jadeja: The all-rounder is an important asset to the team, providing both bowling and batting options.

Kuldeep Yadav: The chinaman bowler has been in good form and will be a valuable addition to the bowling attack as a replacement for Axar Patel.

Jasprit Bumrah: The world-class fast bowler is a huge asset to the Indian team and will look to make an impact on his return to red-ball cricket.

Mohammed Siraj: The fast bowler can swing the ball early in the game and is expected to give his team early success.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) men’s selection committee has selected a balanced team that includes a mix of experienced and promising young players. The inclusion of Kuldeep Yadav, the left-arm-wrist-spinner, adds another dimension to the bowling attack, with his ability to fool the batsmen with his unusual action.

The series against Bangladesh is crucial for India’s World Test Championship (WTC) aspirations. A win in this series will strengthen their chances of playing in another WTC final.

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