The Indian team was hit by injuries to multiple injuries ahead of the second Test match in Mumbai. As it was well aware beforehand, Virat Kohli was set to return for the Mumbai Test and will take charge of the team as captain. However, it was largely debated over the past 5 days who he was going to replace in the playing XI.
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With these late injuries, it has now become clear that Ajinkya Rahane is no longer part of the playing XI and Virat comes into the side taking his place! Injuries to Ravindra Jadeja and Ishant Sharma might imply that India will bring in Mohammad Siraj for sure for one of those spots! The other place could be for an extra seamer or an extra batter!
Ishant Sharma:
Fast bowler Ishant Sharma dislocated his left little finger during the final day of the 1st Test match in Kanpur. He is thus ruled out of the 2nd Test in Mumbai. The BCCI Medical team will continue to monitor his progress.
Ravindra Jadeja:
All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja suffered a right forearm injury during the 1st Test match in Kanpur. After undergoing scans, he was diagnosed with a swelling on his forearm. He has been advised rest and is thus ruled out of the 2nd Test in Mumbai.
Ajinkya Rahane:
Ajinkya Rahane sustained a minor left hamstring strain while fielding on the final day of the 1st Test match in Kanpur. Since he has not recovered completely, he has been ruled out of the 2nd Test in Mumbai. His progress will be closely monitored by the BCCI Medical team.
The first Test match between India and New Zealand ended in a Draw as New Zealand debutant Rachin Ravindra stood between India and victory in the final hour on Day 5 in Kanpur. The winner of the second Test match will win the series as well.
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