Last Updated: July 21, 2025 06:03 PM
The fourth Test match between India and England in Manchester is just a few days away, and the news market is hot, there are sensational indications that Haryana fast bowler Anshul Kamboj can make his Test debut this time.
Yes, this 24-year-old boy, who was away from the Test cap till now, can now become the new star of Team India’s hopes.
Why Kamboj’s Name is in the Spotlight?
India is trailing 1-2 in this series. The team will have to do something big in this Test to be held at Old Trafford in Manchester, and this is why coach Gautam Gambhir and bowling coach Morne Morkel have their eyes on Kamboj.
On Monday, Kamboj bowled with Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna in the net session, and Gambhir paid special attention to this young bowler.
It seems that Kamboj’s enthusiasm and speed can play a big role in bringing India back in the series this time.
Apart from this, the fast bowling line-up of the Indian team has suffered a major setback. Arshdeep Singh and Akash Deep are out due to injury.
Akash did not bowl in the nets, but gave a fitness test, the result of which is awaited. On top of this, all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy is also out of the remaining Tests due to a knee injury. In such a situation, this is a golden opportunity for Kamboj to showcase his talent.
Kamboj’s Big Day in Manchester
The atmosphere in Manchester was also special for Kamboj. On Sunday, he was part of the Indian team that met the manager and players of Manchester United.
This union of football and cricket was worth watching, Kamboj impressed everyone with his speed and accuracy in the nets as well.
Now it remains to be seen whether he will be able to trouble the England batsmen on the Old Trafford pitch.
For Team India, this Test is not just a match, but an opportunity to level the series.
If Kamboj makes his debut, it will not only be a big moment in his career but will also bring a new face to Indian cricket.
