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India remains confident in Sai Sudharsan's Test potential despite early inconsistency. The team believes his domestic form and backing will help him succeed amid tough competition.

Dhruv Jurel’s rise from Agra to the Indian Test team is built on unrelenting work ethic, meticulous training, and remarkable temperament. Mentored by Vikram Rathour and coaches at the Rajasthan Royals' academy, the wicketkeeper-batter has impressed with Saha-like glovework and Dravid-like patience.

In the absence of Rishabh Pant, Dhruv Jurel comes in red-hot form and has an opportunity to prove that there is more to his game than just being a backup-keeper in the Test team.

Indian wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant shared a light-hearted retirement message for England all-rounder Chris Woakes, who inadvertently caused Pant's fractured foot. Pant, currently sidelined from upcoming series, wished Woakes well after his distinguished 15-year international career. Woakes, retiring from England duty, will continue playing county cricket, while Pant recovers, highlighting a unique cricketing bond between the two players.