Team India has announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against the West Indies. All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has been appointed vice-captain, replacing Rishabh Pant, who is still recovering from his foot injury. This India vs West Indies Test series will be the first time Jadeja takes on the vice-captaincy role after his outstanding performances in England.
Jadeja’s record-breaking performance in England
Jadeja was one of India’s standout performers in the recent Test series against England. He scored 516 runs in 10 innings, averaging an outstanding 86.00. His six half-centuries set a new record for the most fifties by a player in an India-England Test series.
He also became the highest run-scorer for India batting at No. 6 or lower in a Test series. With a second-innings average of 315.00, Jadeja’s consistency was unmatched. As a bowler, he added 7 wickets, including a four-wicket haul in Manchester, highlighting his all-round dominance.
Highlights from the Manchester Test
In Manchester, Jadeja scored an unbeaten 107 in a gritty partnership with Washington Sundar to secure a draw. This innings cemented his place as one of India’s most dependable players ahead of the India vs West Indies Test series, starting October 2 in Ahmedabad. The second Test will follow on October 10 in New Delhi.
India squad for West Indies Tests
Shubman Gill (C), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, N Jagadeesan (WK), Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kuldeep Yadav.
FAQs on India vs West Indies Test series
Q1: Why was Ravindra Jadeja appointed vice-captain for the West Indies series?
A1: He replaced Rishabh Pant and was rewarded for his exceptional England series performance.
Q2: How did Jadeja perform in the England Test series?
A2: He scored 516 runs with six fifties and also picked up 7 wickets.
Q3: When will the India vs West Indies Test series begin?
A3: The first Test starts on October 2 in Ahmedabad, followed by the second on October 10 in New Delhi.
