As India prepares to face the West Indies in a two-match Test series beginning on October 2 in Ahmedabad, the selectors have made an unexpected choice by including Narayan Jagadeesan in the squad as a wicketkeeper-batter. The cricketer from Tamil Nadu steps in for the injured Rishabh Pant, who is still on the mend after a lengthy injury absence. Although Jagadeesan may not yet be widely recognized across India, those who closely follow domestic cricket are aware that he has been making a strong case for selection for quite some time.

Who is Narayan Jagadeesan?

Originating from Tamil Nadu, Jagadeesan is a 29-year-old wicketkeeper-batter celebrated for his composed nature and solid technique. He debuted in first-class cricket in 2016 and has progressively advanced through the domestic circ

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