Saransh Jain named in Test squad for Sri Lanka series

Indian all-rounder Saransh Jain has earned his maiden call-up to the national Test squad, selected for the upcoming two-match series in Sri Lanka. The 33-year-old off-spinner and left-handed batter was named in the 15-member squad announced on July 28, 2026, as a replacement for the injured Washington Sundar.

Jain’s selection follows consistent performances in domestic cricket and a recent successful tour of Sri Lanka with the India A team. In a four-day match in Galle, he scored an unbeaten 70 runs and took six wickets, demonstrating his readiness for the local conditions. His first-class career, spanning 54 matches for Madhya Pradesh, includes 2,223 runs at an average of 31.75 and 188 wickets at an average of 27.30.

The squad, to be led by captain Shubman Gill with KL Rahul as vice-captain, sees the return of senior players Ravindra Jadeja and Jasprit Bumrah. Jadeja has recovered from a tennis elbow injury, while Bumrah’s participation is subject to a final fitness clearance. Batter Sai Sudharsan also returns from injury. Sundar was ruled out due to a hamstring injury sustained during One-Day Internationals against England.

Jain’s path to the national team has been a patient,...