India will host the West Indies for two tests. The series will begin at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on October 2, and the second and final Test will be held at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Notably, the series will be India’s second outing and first at home in the new World Test Championship cycle.
Speaking at the press conference, Ajit Agarkar said that Rishabh Pant has not fully recovered in time for the series. Agarkar stated that Jadeja has been appointed interim vice-captain for the series.
Rishabh Pant Set to Miss West Indies Test Series Due to...
Rishabh Pant will miss India’s upcoming Test series against the West Indies as he continues to recover from a fractured left foot sustained during the fourth Test against England in Manchester in July. The injury occurred on Day 1 when Pant was struck while batting by fast bowler Chris Woakes.
N Jagadeeshan has been named as the reserve wicketkeeper. He previously received a call-up for the Oval Test against England and also played India A’s matches against Australia A. The team management will continue to monitor Pant’s rehabilitation closely to assess his availability for future series.
Ravindra Jadeja Appointed Vice-Captain for West Indies Series
Ravindra Jadeja is the senior-most player in the current squad. He has been named vice-captain in Pant’s absence. Jadeja has never previously captained the Test side.
Jadeja is not part of India’s campaign during the Asia Cup 2025. Suryakumar Yadav's side reached the final, set to take place in Dubai on September 28. The team is scheduled to assemble in Ahmedabad on September 29, the day following the Asia Cup final.
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