Auqib Nabi has become the first cricketer from Jammu & Kashmir to earn a place in India's Test squad after replacing the injured Jasprit Bumrah for the Sri Lanka series. His selection follows outstanding domestic performances and has sparked celebrations across the Union Territory.
India captain Shubman Gill has urged a major improvement in the team's fitness standards after multiple injuries disrupted the England ODI series. He said frequent fitness setbacks forced unwanted team changes and warned India must build a more durable squad before the 2027 World Cup.
England elected to bat after winning the toss in the series-deciding third ODI at Lord's, while India suffered a major setback with Jasprit Bumrah ruled out due to knee swelling. KL Rahul returned as India brought in Prince Yadav and Arshdeep Singh.
