Ignored For England Test Series, India Star's Cryptic 'Story Not Over' Post Goes Viral

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) named the squad for the remaining three Tests of the five-match series against England on Saturday. After the team announcement, India's out-of-favour pacer Umesh Yadav put a cryptic post on his Instagram story and fans wasted no time in relating it to the bowler being overlooked for England Tests. In the changes in the fast bowling line-up, India roped in Akash Deep, giving a maiden Test call-up to the pacer. Meanwhile, Umesh stayed out of consideration. He last played for India in June 2023, which happened to be a Test match vs Australia at The Oval.

"Kitaabon par dhool jamne se, kahaaniyan khatm nahi hoti (Stories don't get over with dust accumulating on books," read the Instagram story of Umesh.

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Here are some of the reactions:

One of the worst team management right now, Umesh Truly deserves a place in team#umeshyadav https://t.co/WoWqC4L3Gi

Umesh Yadav gets emotional after the Indian squad announcement vs England.#INDvsENG #CricketTwitter #Cricket pic.twitter.com/daU6gBRYOP

Insta Story of Umesh Yadav #INDvsENG #Cricket pic.twitter.com/qfqFmBGpOx

Star batter Virat Kohli is set to miss the remaining matches against England as well due to personal reasons. He had earlier missed the first two Tests. Now, his absence is extended to three more games. His last appearance came in the T20I series against Afghanistan earlier in January.

"Virat Kohli will remain unavailable for selection for the remainder of the series due to personal reasons. The Board fully respects and supports Mr. Kohli's decision," said a statement from BCCI.

Sarfaraz Khan and Rajat Patidar are also a part of the England series. The participation of batter KL Rahul and all-rounder Ravindra