Shoriful Islam injured ahead of IND Vs BAN series; New Squad names has been announced

Shoriful Islam, who was one of the key bowlers got injured during first Test match at Rawalpindi and has been unable to recover since then. This has happened just after Bangladesh had their unprecedented test series win over Pakistan where they won both matches for the first time ever against their subcontinental rivals. Consequently, this left arm medium pacer will miss out on a tour to India this month and could not play in that series anymore.

In his absence, Bangladesh’s selectors have picked up a 16-member squad for tour featuring Jaker Ali Anik as a backup wicketkeeper. Anik’s inclusion follows Litton Das who had important runs with his match-winning century in their second test match against Pakistan and is expected to continue keeping wickets also. Under the captaincy of Najmul Hossain Shanto, the Bangladesh team hopes to build on its recent success as it takes on a tough Indian side.

The late September 27th Test match is set to take place in Kanpur as India and Bangladesh are due to start in Chennai on September 19th. Given that they are both eyeing progress in the ICC World Test Championship, the two games are pivotal for the two teams involved. With a current lead in the rankings, India stands at an advantage over Bangladesh as they hold the seventh place according to ICC’s official Test table.

India will wish to bounce back from the disappointing ODI series loss against Sri Lanka with an impressive display by its squad during this Test series. And soon after the end of this tourney against Bangladesh, India will entertain New Zealand for three more matches before travelling down under for a five-match Test encounter.

The Indian squad led by Rohit Sharma is looking for redemption following their loss against Sri Lanka in the ODI series and they need their best players to step up, especially during Test matches. India will play three Tests against New Zealand at home before heading to Australia for a match tournament after finishing off with Bangladesh series. Bursting with confidence, Bangladeshis aim to make it tough for India who have just beaten Pakistan. One challenge confronting the Bangladesh bowling attack is that Shoriful Islam is not there. Nonetheless, India’s powerful home record together with their position at the top of the Test ranking list makes them favorites heading into this series.

For cricket lovers who want to follow the progress of the game, platforms such as Winexch provide an opportunity to watch live cricket for free of charge and also have updated information on matches. Following three thrilling home Tests by India, supporters expect not only play but also winning momentum from Bangladesh in such a tough series.

FAQ

• Why isn’t Shoriful Islam playing in the India series?

Shoriful Islam has not been selected to play in the series against India as he is recuperating from a groin injury sustained during the first Test match against Pakistan.

• Who leads Bangladesh’s Test squad for their tour of India?

Bangladesh’s Test squad for the two-match series against India will be captained by Najmul Hossain Shanto.

• When do India and Bangladesh’s Test matches take place?

Chennai will host the first Test match on September 19 while Kanpur starts off the second Test on September 27.

• Where can fans watch India and Bangladesh’s Test series for free?

Fans may catch live cricket action for no cost at all over Winexch among other such sites as they keep track of India vs Bangladesh Test matches.

• How does India rank in ICC Tests and what position do they hold within the World Test Championship table?

The ICC Test Rankings indicate that India is seven places above Bangladesh while in terms of the World Test Championship Leader board, it is on top.