Last Updated: July 18, 2026 07:22 PM
An injury blow has forced a quick change in India’s squad plans. The board moved fast to fill the gap left behind. One familiar face has now stepped into the picture instead of him. Here’s everything you need to know about this fresh squad update.
Washington Sundar’s Replacement Confirmed by the BCCI
The BCCI has officially confirmed Harsh Dubey as Washington Sundar’s replacement for the series decider. Sundar suffered a right hamstring injury during the second ODI at Cardiff recently.
Because of that setback, he has been ruled out for the remainder of the series. The board confirmed he will undergo scans for further specialist medical evaluation. Sundar had played a crucial role during India’s opening ODI victory earlier.
His injury, though, limited his involvement during the second match significantly that day. The Men’s Selection Committee moved quickly to name his replacement immediately after.
Why the Series Decider Matters So Much
India won the series opener, while England leveled things in Cardiff. That result makes this final match at Lord’s a true decider. The match will be played at Lord’s Cricket Ground on July 19.
Both teams will want to finish this closely fought series strongly. With so much on the line, every squad change carries real weight. Sundar’s absence leaves a genuine gap in India’s all-round balance now.
Meet Harsh Dubey, the Man Stepping In
Harsh Dubey brings left-arm spin along with genuinely useful lower-order batting skills. That combination makes him a solid like-for-like option for this squad. He could easily feature directly in the playing eleven.
Dubey has previously represented India in two ODIs against Afghanistan. During that series, he picked up 4 wickets in a respectable outing overall. Heading into this final ENG vs IND ODI, all eyes will be on his performance.
Dubey now gets a fresh opportunity on a genuinely big stage. Fans will be watching closely to see how he performs at Lord’s. This chance could prove to be a turning point in his career. It also shows the BCCI trusts him to deliver under real pressure.
