Shubman Gill's Leadership Tested as Injuries Plague India Before 4th Test

The fourth Test match between India and England is starting in Manchester on Wednesday, July 23. However, before this match, the real test of captain Shubman Gill's leadership will begin. Many players in the team have had to miss out due to injuries, and selecting the final team for the fourth match will be a big challenge for Gill.

It has been officially clarified that all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy will not be able to play in the remaining matches due to a knee injury sustained during exercise. There were already concerns about the injuries of Arshdeep Singh and Akash Deep. As a result, the bowling department will have to rely on new players. Anshul Kamboj might get a chance.

The history of India never having won at Manchester's 'Old Trafford' ground is also a concern for the team. In the 9 Test matches played here, India has faced defeat 4 times, while 5 matches have ended in a draw. In contrast, England has won 14 matches at this ground in the last 25 years.

India, trailing 1-2 in the Test series, faces the possibility of losing the series if defeated in this match. Therefore, there are special expectations from Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj.

With Rishabh Pant's finger injury, it is crucial for Gill to decide whether to play him only as a batsman or also give him the responsibility of wicketkeeping. Pant's practice of wicketkeeping in Monday's training session indicates that he is prepared.

Meanwhile, during this match, India's former cricketer Farokh Engineer and West Indies' former captain Clive Lloyd will be honored with stands named after them at 'Old Trafford'.