In a candid interview, Indian cricketer Devdutt Padikkal shared his experience of training with the Indian team for the highly-anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024. He talked about the intensity of the practice sessions and his delight in being called up to join the squad. Padikkal also expressed his eagerness to translate his training into the actual game, as he has been selected as a reserve for the five-match series against Australia.
Devdutt Padikkal made his Test debut in the fifth match between India and England, becoming the fifth Indian player to debut in one series. He replaces Rajat Patidar, who was sidelined due to injury, and has had an exceptional season in domestic cricket with six centuries and over 2,000 runs. He impressed selectors with his third Ranji century, scoring 151 against Tamil Nadu.
Indian cricketer R Ashwin gave a heartfelt speech while handing over the Test cap to debutant Devdutt Padikkal, who is making his debut in the 100th Test match played by Ashwin. The veteran off-spinner also narrated Padikkal's journey through ups and downs in his career, inspiring the young player to cherish and make the most of his moment on the field.
Indian cricket fans are hit with disappointing news as star batsman K.L. Rahul is ruled out of the third Test against England due to a sore knee. Young talent Devdutt Padikkal has been called up to join the squad and make his debut on the Test stage. With key players like Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer already absent, India's team management must navigate difficult decisions and uncertainties with the upcoming match.
Indian wicketkeeper-batter K.L. Rahul will miss the crucial third Test match against England in Rajkot due to a right quadriceps injury. His Karnataka teammate Devdutt Padikkal has been named as his replacement for the batting line-up, as India faces a shortage of experienced players and crucial positions to fill. However, the availability of all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, who is battling a hamstring injury, remains uncertain.