India’s squad for the series features a mix of promising young talent and a couple of new faces.
Following Jasprit Bumrah’s injury, pacer Auqib Nabi earned his maiden Test call-up after a stellar Ranji Trophy campaign, claiming an impressive 60 wickets to help Jammu & Kashmir secure their maiden title.
Joining him is 33-year-old all-rounder Saransh Jain, who has also received his first Test call-up after consistently delivering with both bat and ball for Madhya Pradesh in the domestic circuit.
“We’ve got a couple of new guys in,” Gambhir commenced.
“To start with, Saransh, congratulations. You’ve worked extremely hard to be here.
“Make sure that you make your family and your country proud, whenever you get that opportunity.
“Secondly, I want to congratulate Auqib. You had a phenomenal last season, made J&K win the Ranji Trophy, which is a great achievement. Congratulations once again.”