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Jadeja Named India’s Vice-Captain For West Indies Tests
India’s cricket board has named Ravindra Jadeja as the vice-captain for the upcoming two-match Test series against the West Indies. This decision follows the exclusion of regular vice-captain Rishabh Pant, who is sidelined with a foot injury.
Squad Composition
The 15-member squad remains largely unchanged from recent outings. Shubman Gill will lead the side as captain in his second Test series in charge. Karun Nair has been dropped, while Devdutt Padikkal makes a return. The squad includes a strong spin line-up with Jadeja as one of the senior all-rounders.
Pant’s Injury And Replacement
Pant fractured his foot during the England tour, ruling him out of India’s home Tests against the West Indies. In his absence, Dhruv Jurel is set to handle wicketkeeping duties, while Jadeja has been handed leadership responsibility.
Significance And Challenges
This marks Jadeja’s first vice-captaincy role in the Test format, though he has previously taken up similar duties in limited-overs cricket. His vast experience and all-round skills make him an important figure in India’s spin-heavy strategy. Balancing leadership with personal performance will be key as India aims for a strong home series.
