Gujarat Titans (GT) young batter Sai Sudarsan has opened for his batting position in Team India’s lineup in the 5-match Test series against England. The left-handed batsman also says he’s not in a position to choose where he will hit, and is ready to play wherever Gautam Gambir decides.
On Saturday, May 24th, BCCI revealed an 18-man player team for a five-in-a-test series against England. Shubman Gill was appointed new captain and Rishabh Pants was appointed his vice-president. The much-anticipated Test series between the two teams is scheduled to begin in Leeds on June 20th.
“A huge privilege for a cricketer” – Sai Sudalsan in his maiden’s test call-up
Sai Sudarsan received a maiden’s call to the Indian test team. With the retirement of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, Sudharsan is expected to become part of India’s revamped top line-up.
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Southpaws usually open for Tamil Nadu with the trophy of Ranji, but he is open to hitting places the team needs. He said representing the country is “a very privilege for cricketers.”
“Sir, I think it’s a huge privilege for cricketers to play for the country itself, so I don’t think I’m in a position to choose where I want to play,” Sudalsan said.
I am mentally and skillfully prepared for opportunity – Sai Sudharsan
Sai Sudarsan said the coaching staff is ready to hit wherever he needs him. The young batsman added that he is mentally and technically ready for every role. Sudharsan made it clear that he is willing to adapt to the team’s requirements without hesitation.
“I think I am clearly clever mentally when the coach tells me to play.
“I have a lot of preferences. I think I need to be prepared for the (position) my team gave me. I’m ready for that.”
Sai Sudharsan is the current orange cap holder for IPL 2025
Sai Sudharsan is the current orange cap holder for IPL 2025. He scored 1,957 runs in 29 first class matches, with an average of around 40 people, including the 7th century and the 50s. His latest ton came third against India A against Australia A in Mackay in November 2024.
Karun Nair was called after a powerful Ranji Trophy campaign with Vidarbha. The selectors chose a more paced attack featuring Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Akash Deep, and Arshdeep Singh. In particular, the spin division will be led by Rabindra Jadeha and Kuldeep Yadav.
The Indian National Cricket Team aims to wait a long time for the victory of the Test Series in England, which last achieved success in 2007 under the leadership of legendary Rahul Dravid.
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