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India.com
28-07-2025
- Sport
- India.com
India vs England 2025 5th Test Predicted 11: Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant OUT, replacements will be...
In these collection of pictures, we take a look at the Predicted playing 11 of Team India for the 5th Test against England beginning at the Oval in London on Thursday. 1. Yashasvi Jaiswal: Team India opener scored his 2nd fifty of the series in the 4th Test at Manchester apart from 1 century. Jaiswal has scored 291 runs in 4 Tests at an average of 36. 2. KL Rahul: Team India opener scored a brilliant 90 in the second innings of the 4th Test. He has scored 511 runs in 4 Tests with 2 hundreds and 2 centuries. 3. Sai Sudharsan: Young Gujarat Titans scored his maiden fifty in the 1st innings of 4th Test but was dismissed for a duck in the 2nd innings in Manchester. However, Sudharsan might get another opportunity over Karun Nair in the 5th Test. 4. Shubman Gill: Team India captain is the leading run-scorer in the series with 722 runs in 4 matches with 4 hundreds at an average of over 90. 5. Dhruv Jurel: The Rajasthan Royals wicketkeeeper may replace Rishabh Pant, who is ruled out of 5th Test with a fractured foot. Image credit: X (Formerly Twitter) N Jagadeeshan has been named as Rishabh Pant's replacement by BCCI. It remains to be seen if Jagadeeshan will be picked over Dhruv Jurel as the wicketkeeper for the 5th Test at the Oval. 6. Ravindra Jadeja: Team India all-rounder scored a match-saving century in the Manchester Test. He has scored 454 runs in 4 Tests vs England with 1 century and 4 fifties. He has also claimed 7 wickets so far. 7. Washington Sundar: Team India all-rounder scordd his maiden Test century on Day 5 of Manchester Test. He has scored 205 runs in 3 Tests and also claimed 7 wickets. 8. Shardul Thakur: Team India all-rounder replaced injured Nitish Kumar Reddy in Manchester. He scored an important 41 in first innings of 4th Test. Jasprit Bumrah is set to be ruled out of 5th Test at the Oval. Bumrah was only supposed to play in 3 Tests in the series due to his 'workload management'. Bumrah ends the series with 14 wickets in 3 Tests. 9. Akash Deep: Team India pacer is all set to replace Jasprit Bumrah in the playing 11 for the 5th Test at the Oval. Akash Deep has 11 wickets in 2 Tests, including a 10-wicket haul in the second Test at Edgbaston. 10. Mohammed Siraj: Team India pacer will once again lead the attack in the absence of Jasprit Bumrah. Siraj is joint-highest wicket-taker for India in the Test series with 14 wickets in 4 Tests. Anshul Kamboj is set to be dropped for the 5th Test vs England at the Oval. Kamboj looked pedestrian with speeds of around 125kmph. Kamboj only claimed the one wicket of Ben Duckett in the 4th Test at Manchester. 11. Kuldeep Yadav: Chinaman bowler should finally be selected in the must-win 5th Test vs England at the Oval. Kuldeep has claimed 56 wickets in 13 Tests at an average of 22.
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First Post
16-06-2025
- Sport
- First Post
Spin legend urges India to field both Jadeja and Kuldeep in Headingley Test: 'These are two capable bowlers...'
The spotlight has been on India's pace department and the ideal combination heading into the opening match of the five-Test series between India and England at Headingley, Leeds. Former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh, however, feels two spinners and three seamers is the ideal way to go. read more Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav are among three spin options included in India's squad for the upcoming Test series against England. Reuters While the spotlight is firmly on India's pace department heading into the five-match Test series against England, spin legend Harbhajan Singh has urged the team management to play both Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav in the opening Test at Headingley that gets underway on Friday. The Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee had packed the Shubman Gill-led India squad for the tour of England with plenty of pace options besides senior pros Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj, handing a maiden Test call-up to Arshdeep Singh and also including Prasidh Krishna, Akash Deep, Shardul Thakur as well as seam-bowling all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Also Read | India vs England: Key lessons for Gill and Co from practice games, WTC Final and past tours Chinaman bowler Kuldeep, however, has been picked as the lone frontline spin option, with left-arm wrist spinner Jadeja and off-spinner Washington Sundar being all-rounders. And Harbhajan, who had collected 417 wickets in 103 Test appearances, urged captain Gill and head coach Gautam Gambhir to include both in the playing XI for the series opener in Leeds. 'India should look to play Kuldeep Yadav. Of course, Jadeja will bowl with him. So, two spinners with three seamers would be perfect for this game,' Harbhajan told PTI on Monday. 'Let's see if conditions will change or favour the spinners. But even if it doesn't, I think these are two capable bowlers who can take wickets on any wicket,' he added. 'Bhajji' cites 2002 triumph at Headingley in support of two-spinner theory 'Bhajji' cited his own example in justification of his suggestion, stating how he and fellow spin legend Anil Kumble had collected 11 wickets on a green top at Headingley during the 2002 tour of England. The Sourav Ganguly-led side ended up trouncing the Nasser Hussain-led hosts by an innings and 46 runs, helping India level the four-match series 1-1 and collect its first win on English soil in 16 years. 'That was a very unique decision at that point of time. The pitch was as green as we are standing on this grass… But the management decided we'll go with two spinners and two fast bowlers and Sanjay Bangar will bowl as well. 'We went with five best bowlers who can pick wickets. That's what matters in the end. You have to back those bowlers who can pick wickets in any conditions or any kind of wicket,' Harbhajan added. The Indian team had included both Harbhajan Singh and Anil Kumble in the XI on a green top at Headingley in 2002, and would go on to win the Test by an innings and 46 runs. Reuters Another major talking point ahead of the series opener has been the competition between Thakur and Reddy for a slot in the playing XI. While Reddy had played all five matches in the recent tour of Australia and had scored a memorable century in Melbourne, Thakur is the more reliable seamer when it comes to getting wickets at crucial stages of the match. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Thakur, additionally, had boosted his chances of getting picked for the Headingley Test with an unbeaten 122 in the intra-squad game between India and India A , in which he represented the latter. And Harbhajan believes the Mumbaikar certainly has the edge heading into the Test series. 'India needs a bowler who can bat a bit. India has got batting till No. 7, and at No. 8, you need to see who can bowl and get those wickets for you and can also bat a bit. Not someone who bats and bowls a little bit. 'That's where Shardul will have an edge on Nitish Reddy in my view. Nitish is a proper batsman who can bowl. But we have not seen him bowling in the IPL much… Gautam (Gambhir) is there. He is a very capable coach. And I am sure he will take the right decision,' he said. Harbhajan 'shocked' by Sarfaraz's exclusion Harbhajan also revealed he was 'shocked' at middle-order batter Sarfaraz Khan not being picked for the England tour despite being a consistent run-scorer in domestic cricket and having scored a majestic 150 along with three fifties in the six Tests that he had played last year. 'It's very unfortunate… I was a bit shocked not seeing his name in the squad. I'm sure he will come back strong. He has got that will to make a comeback…All I can say is, don't be disheartened, you will get your due, if not today, then tomorrow…Look at Karun Nair. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'He scored 300 runs against England and then never got too many opportunities. Now he is back in England with the team,' Harbhajan signed off.
Hindustan Times
09-06-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Kuldeep Yadav not bothered about England's ‘Bazball', ready to take up challenge: ‘One has to be alert'
India's 'Chinaman' spinner Kuldeep Yadav remains pressure free despite the evolving expectations about the impact he can create during the five anticipated Tests in England. Kuldeep, who holds a fair share of experience playing against the Three Lions, is looking to instil what he has learned on the field if he gets a chance to put his craft on show. Kuldeep is set to return to the Test format for India for the first time since the home series against New Zealand last October. He missed the Border-Gavaskar Trophy due to injury but found his groove in the recently concluded Indian Premier League while featuring for Delhi Capitals. Fans and former cricketers have termed the left-arm wrist spinner's inclusion an 'X factor'. Such a tag often culminates in pressure, but that is not the case for Kuldeep, who is aware of England's style of play. "No, I do not feel any pressure as I feel it is not something that one should take pressure for. I think if one gets a good opportunity and gives their best, then it is a done job there. I have played against England last year, and have an idea about their playing style. The only thing is that one has to be very alert all the time and stay focused," Kuldeep said while speaking to Boria Majumdar on Revsportz. Kuldeep mapped out England's aggressive approach, which doesn't allow a bowler to be defensive. During England's tour of India last year, Kuldeep left the touring party bamboozled and scalped 19 wickets at 20.16. "Unlike other teams, with the England team, one cannot relax and play defensive. England bat in a very aggressive manner, so one has to very much be in the game and plan your overs accordingly. I learnt a lot about fielding playing that England series, so I hope to apply those learnings this time in England. And most importantly, enjoy my bowling, as that is what gets you wickets," he said. He made his sole appearance in England at the iconic Lord's and went wicketless in his nine-over spell as India succumbed to a heavy defeat by an innings and 159 runs. Since then, Kuldeep has upped his game to a new level and unlocked one aspect that could be the key behind adding names to his wicket-taking column. "When I played in 2018 [at Lord's] with the Dukes, I personally experienced that Dukes are a bit hard and drift more. So, as a spinner, if one can control that, then it can be challenging for the batsmen. Because it is hard, it bounces more, and the spin is very sharp if one gets a spin-friendly track," he said. "It's a bit like the SG ball, and the seam is protruding. Kookaburra, on the other hand, is very different and gives spinners a very good grip due to its rounded nature. I like it personally. But overall, it takes adjustment and time spent with the ball to get used to it," he added.
India Gazette
09-06-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
India wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav keen on applying his learning in England
New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): India's 'Chinaman' spinner Kuldeep Yadav remains pressure free despite the evolving expectations about the impact he can create during the five anticipated Tests in England. Kuldeep, who holds a fair share of experience playing against the Three Lions, is looking to instil what he has learned on the field if he gets a chance to put his craft on show. Kuldeep is set to return to the Test format for India for the first time since the home series against New Zealand last October. He missed the Border-Gavaskar Trophy due to injury but found his groove in the recently concluded Indian Premier League while featuring for Delhi Capitals. Fans and former cricketers have termed the left-arm wrist spinner's inclusion an 'X factor'. Such a tag often culminates in pressure, but that is not the case for Kuldeep, who is aware of England's style of play. 'No, I do not feel any pressure as I feel it is not something that one should take pressure for. I think if one gets a good opportunity and gives their best, then it is a done job there. I have played against England last year, and have an idea about their playing style. The only thing is that one has to be very alert all the time and stay focused,' Kuldeep said while speaking to Boria Majumdar on Revsportz. Kuldeep mapped out England's aggressive approach, which doesn't allow a bowler to be defensive. During England's tour of India last year, Kuldeep left the touring party bamboozled and scalped 19 wickets at 20.16. 'Unlike other teams, with the England team, one cannot relax and play defensive. England bat in a very aggressive manner, so one has to very much be in the game and plan your overs accordingly. I learnt a lot about fielding playing that England series, so I hope to apply those learnings this time in England. And most importantly, enjoy my bowling, as that is what gets you wickets,' he said. He made his sole appearance in England at the iconic Lord's and went wicketless in his nine-over spell as India succumbed to a heavy defeat by an innings and 159 runs. Since then, Kuldeep has upped his game to a new level and unlocked one aspect that could be the key behind adding names to his wicket-taking column. 'When I played in 2018 [at Lord's] with the Dukes, I personally experienced that Dukes are a bit hard and drift more. So, as a spinner, if one can control that, then it can be challenging for the batsmen. Because it is hard, it bounces more, and the spin is very sharp if one gets a spin-friendly track,' he said. 'It's a bit like the SG ball, and the seam is protruding. Kookaburra, on the other hand, is very different and gives spinners a very good grip due to its rounded nature. I like it personally. But overall, it takes adjustment and time spent with the ball to get used to it,' he added. (ANI)
Hindustan Times
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Kuldeep Yadav engaged to Vanshika; wedding likely in November, confirms coach Kapil Pandey
Indian bowler Kuldeep Yadav got engaged to his childhood friend Vanshika in Lucknow on Wednesday. The couple, who hail from Kanpur, exchanged rings in the presence of close family and friends. Among the guests were cricketer Rinku Singh and his to-be fiancée, MP Priya Saroj. Kapil Pandey, Kuldeep's coach since 2004, tells us, 'They have known each other since they were children but probably became closer after Kuldeep's U-19. Vanshika is a bright girl and was in Melbourne (Australia) for her higher studies.' He also shares the tongue-in-cheek blessing for the couple with us: 'In my aashirwad, I said, 'Yeh Chinaman (left-hand spinner) hai aur tum leg spin dalna aur phir googly daal kar bowled kar dena.'' Kapil says the ceremony was delayed after the Indian Premier League (IPL) was stalled due to Operation Sindoor. He adds, 'The IPL has just ended and the England tour will start soon, so players couldn't join. The wedding will be finalised on an auspicious date, probably in November. A starry turnout is expected.' Priyanka's father Yogender Singh works with Life Insurance Corporation of India. Centrum hotel's owner Sarvesh Goel confirms, 'Yes, this was scheduled to be a big affair but was toned down after the IPL got pushed. As per discussion with Kuldeep's father the wedding will probably be held in Mussoorie probably in November followed by a big reception at our hotel. The date is yet to be locked.' Photos from the engagement ceremony went viral on social media. From her official X handle, Priya Saroj shared: 'A forever in the making — heartfelt congratulations to Kuldeep Bhaiya and Vanshika (sic)!' Kapil reveals that Kuldeep is focused on the Test series and was 'sweating it out till the day before the engagement. Kuldeep is in good form, and we are expecting a good show from him in the upcoming Test series. He did well in the IPL with 15 wickets in 14 matches and wish he carries on from this for Team India in the long format (Test match) of cricket from June 20.'
