Indian skipper Rohit Sharma, who missed the first test match against Australia due to the birth of his second child, is set to join the Indian squad on the third day of the Perth test. Jasprit Bumrah will continue to lead the team in Rohit's absence. This news comes after days of speculation about Rohit's arrival in Australia and provides much-needed clarity for the Indian team ahead of what promises to be a highly anticipated series.
Rohit Sharma to Join Indian Test Squad in Perth
Indian skipper Rohit Sharma is set to join the Indian Test squad on the third day of the Perth Test against Australia. This news comes after days of speculation about Rohit's arrival in Australia and provides much-needed clarity for the Indian team ahead of what promises to be a highly anticipated series.
Rohit Sharma missed the first Test match against Australia due to the birth of his second child. In his absence, Jasprit Bumrah has been leading the team.
Background
Rohit Sharma has been a key player for the Indian Test team in recent years. He has scored over 7,000 Test runs, including 29 centuries. He is also the captain of the Indian team in all three formats of the game.
FAQs
1. When will Rohit Sharma join the Indian Test squad?
Rohit Sharma is set to join the Indian Test squad on the third day of the Perth Test.
2. Who has been leading the Indian team in Rohit's absence?
Jasprit Bumrah has been leading the Indian team in Rohit's absence.
3. What is the significance of the Perth Test?
The Perth Test is the first of four Tests in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The Border-Gavaskar Trophy is a Test cricket series between India and Australia.
4. What are the chances of India winning the series?
India is the defending champion in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. They will be looking to retain the trophy against a strong Australian team.
5. What are some of the key players to watch in the series?
Some of the key players to watch in the series include Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Steve Smith, and David Warner.
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