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Mayank Agarwal Joins Indian Squad As Rohit Sharma's Cover, Confirms BCCI

By IANS News June 27, 2022 • 17:20 PM View: 1957

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday confirmed that opener Mayank Agarwal has been added to the Test squad ahead of the rescheduled Edgbaston Test against England as a cover for captain Rohit Sharma, who tested positive for Covid-19.

"The All-India Senior Selection Committee has added Mayank Agarwal to India's Test squad for the rescheduled fifth Test as cover for captain Rohit Sharma, who tested positive for Covid-19. Mayank has left for the UK and will link up with the squad in Birmingham," said the BCCI in an official statement.

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