India has recently announced the squad for the first Test against Bangladesh, starting 19th September. The lineup features a notable addition, as the IPL side RCB’s pace trio will don the Indian jersey in the red-ball format.
RCB pace trio in Action
The trio of Mohammed Siraj, Akash Deep, and Yash Dayal, who have been a part of the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the IPL, will now represent India in the upcoming Test series. While Siraj has been a regular on India’s Test side, the inclusion of Akash Deep and Yash Dayal has surprised many, providing an excellent opportunity for emerging talents.
Akash Deep’s outstanding performance in Duleep Trophy
Akash Deep has been in excellent form, performing brilliantly in the ongoing domestic Duleep Trophy. Playing for India A, he took a total of nine wickets in the match against India B, with four wickets in the first innings and five in the second. His impressive performance has earned him a well-deserved spot in the Indian Test squad.
Yash Dayal’s consistent display
Yash Dayal, playing for India B in the Duleep Trophy, has also delivered strong performances. In the match against India A at Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy Stadium, Dayal took four wickets, with one in the first innings and three in the second.
India’s squad for the first test against Bangladesh
Rohit Sharma (C), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Sarfaraz Khan, Rishabh Pant (WK), Dhruv Jurel (WK), R Ashwin, R Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohd. Siraj, Akash Deep, Jasprit Bumrah, Yash Dayal.
