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Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel, and Ruturaj Gaikwad are being considered for India's middle order in the upcoming Test against Afghanistan on June 6. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is prioritizing the World Test Championship (WTC) campaign, with a focus on managing Jasprit Bumrah's workload ahead of crucial matches.
- 01Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel, and Ruturaj Gaikwad are potential middle-order options for the Test against Afghanistan.
- 02The one-off Test is scheduled for June 6, 2026.
- 03BCCI aims to prioritize India's World Test Championship campaign despite the upcoming ODI World Cup.
- 04Jasprit Bumrah's fitness is a priority, with plans to rest him from ODIs if necessary.
- 05India currently ranks sixth in the WTC 2025-27 table.
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Devdutt Padikkal (Royal Challengers Bengaluru), Dhruv Jurel (Rajasthan Royals), and Ruturaj Gaikwad (captain of Chennai Super Kings) are being evaluated as potential middle-order batsmen for India's one-off Test match against Afghanistan, scheduled for June 6, 2026. Reports indicate that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is focusing on the World Test Championship (WTC) campaign, even as the ODI World Cup 2027 approaches. The selectors believe Jurel can serve as a pure batter, while Padikkal may challenge Sai Sudharsan for the No. 3 spot. Gaikwad is seen as a strong option against spin bowling in Indian conditions. Furthermore, the BCCI is considering resting Jasprit Bumrah from some One Day Internationals (ODIs) to ensure he remains fit for all Tests, particularly with a busy schedule ahead that includes tours to Sri Lanka and New Zealand, followed by a home series against Australia. Currently, India is placed sixth in the WTC 2025-27 standings, having secured four wins and suffered four losses in nine matches.
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The selection of these players could influence India's performance in the Test match and the WTC campaign, impacting fans and stakeholders in Indian cricket.
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