Shikhar Dhawan Gives Big Update On Ravindra Jadeja's Fitness Ahead Of 1st ODI vs West Indies

22.07.2022 - 06:57 sports.ndtv.com

Ahead of the first ODI against West Indies on Friday, India captain Shikhar Dhawan provided a big update on the fitness of Ravindra Jadeja, saying the all-rounder has a bit of a niggle right now and he does not know whether he will be fit to take the field in the first game.

For the three-match ODIs, several regulars like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, and Jasprit Bumrah have been rested. "Right now, he has a bit of a niggle so we don't know whether he will be ready or not for the first ODI.

Other than that, Siraj is there, Prasidh is there, and we have got amazing fast bowling. In spin, Axar Patel is there and Yuzvendra Chahal is there, we have a good bunch of bowling unit so it will be very impactful," said Dhawan during a pre-match press conference.

When asked whether he is excited to lead the side, Dhawan said: "I am quite excited to lead the side, whenever you get an opportunity to lead the youngsters, I share my experiences with them, I always love to share my experiences and bring impact in their games.

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