Hanuma Vihari to remain in World Test Championship squad, absence of Shreyas Iyer

India Squad WTC Final 2023: After IPL, India has to play the final match of the World Test Championship. This title match against Australia will be played from June 7. India has to announce its test squad. Shreyas Iyer is injured, he is out of selection. This is the reason why the BCCI is considering the inclusion of Hanuma Vihari in the squad, who was dropped from the recently released annual contract list.

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BCCI may announce the squad in the first week of May

Suryakumar Yadav’s Test record has not been good but he will be included in the squad. Shubman Gill will strengthen the middle order. BCCI may announce the squad in the first week of May.

Hanuma played his last Test in England last year

The last few months have not been good for Hanuma Vihar. He played his last Test in England last year, after a poor performance in that he was not included in the next series. After this, the BCCI had also thrown him out of the annual contract, after which it seemed difficult that he would return. But Shreyas Iyer’s injury is making his comeback possible. Although Hanuma may not be the first choice, considering his experience, he can be given a place in the squad.

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India Squad WTC Final 2023: BCCI official told, the name of Hanuma Vihari is being considered

A top BCCI official said- Shreyas Iyer was an important player for us, of course, his being out injured is a matter of concern for us. Hanuma Vihari is being considered, he is a very experienced player and has a good past record against Australia. Shreyas also has experience playing Tests in England. The final decision on his name will be taken by the selectors in the selection meeting.

New role for Shubman Gill-

Shubman Gill is in very good form, he currently represents India in all three formats. He is ready to get a place in the final of the World Test Championship. KL Rahul may not be running in form, but BCCI can give him a chance in England. Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul can start the innings. Shubman Gill can bat in the middle order.

Suryakumar Yadav and Hanuma Vihari will be included in the team as substitutes

Suryakumar Yadav and Hanuma Vihari will be included in the team as substitutes. Shubman Gill will bat in place of Shreyas at number five in the playing 11, so Surya and Hanuma can be seen as reserves.