Auqib Nabi replaces Jasprit Bumrah in India Test squad for Sri Lanka series
Jammu and Kashmir fast bowler Auqib Nabi has been called up to the Indian Test squad as a replacement for the injured Jasprit Bumrah for the upcoming series against Sri Lanka. Nabi earned his spot following a strong performance in the Ranji Trophy and with the India A team.
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NEW DELHI: Jammu and Kashmir seamer Auqib Nabi earned his maiden call-up to the Indian team after senior pacer Jasprit Bumrah was ruled out of the upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka. TimesofIndia.com had earlier reported that the J & K pacer was the frontrunner to replace the 32-year-old in the squad, who has not yet fully recovered from the left knee injury sustained during the ODI series against England. "The Men's Selection Committee has named Auqib Nabi as Bumrah's replacement. The Jammu and Kashmir fast bowler earns his maiden call-up to the senior national team," A BCCI release said.
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