Arshdeep Singh, a left-arm pacer who has not yet made his Test debut, is not expected to play in the fourth Test, which is set for Manchester.
He suffered a “impact injury to his left thumb” while bowling in the nets, according to the BCCI’s July 21 announcement.
Injury Setbacks Shake Team India Ahead of Manchester Test
Team India has been hit with multiple injury concerns ahead of the crucial 4th Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy at Old Trafford, Manchester, starting July 23.
Reddy Suffers Knee Injury, Ruled Out of Series
Indian all-rounder Reddy has suffered a knee injury during a gym training session on Sunday. According to ESPNcricinfo, scans confirmed ligament damage, placing him out of action for the remainder of the England series.
Reddy had missed the series opener in Leeds, but returned for the second and third Tests at Edgbaston and Lord’s. He made his mark in the 3rd Test by dismissing both England openers, Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley, in the same over during the first innings. With the bat, he chipped in with 30 and 13 runs, showing his all-round value to the team.
More Injury Woes: Arshdeep and Akash Deep Also Sidelined
Reddy’s injury is not the only concern. The BCCI has confirmed that pacer Arshdeep Singh has been ruled out of the Manchester Test due to an impact injury to his left thumb.
Additionally, Akash Deep has reported a groin niggle, casting doubt over his availability for the 4th Test.
Uncapped Seamer Anshul Kamboj Added to the Squad
In response to the injury crisis, the BCCI has added uncapped seamer Anshul Kamboj to the squad. Known for his ability to contribute with the bat as well, Kamboj’s inclusion could prove vital if India faces further fitness concerns.
India’s Updated Squad for the 4th Test
Shubman Gill (Captain)
Rishabh Pant (Vice-Captain & Wicket-Keeper)
Yashasvi Jaiswal
KL Rahul
Sai Sudharsan
Abhimanyu Easwaran
Karun Nair
Ravindra Jadeja
Dhruv Jurel (WK)
Washington Sundar
Shardul Thakur
Jasprit Bumrah
Mohd. Siraj
Prasidh Krishna
Akash Deep
Kuldeep Yadav
Anshul Kamboj
England Lead Series 2-1
The 4th Test is a must-win for India to level the series. England currently lead the five-match series 2-1.
England won the 1st Test at Headingley
India bounced back with a win at Edgbaston
England edged India by 22 runs at Lord’s to take the lead again
With Reddy ruled out, Arshdeep injured, and Akash Deep uncertain, India faces a tough challenge. Jasprit Bumrah’s fitness will also be closely watched as the team prepares for a potentially decisive Test.