3 Best Replacements for KL Rahul in World Test Championship Final against Australia

KL Rahul can miss the WTC Final

KL Rahul is suffering from a hamstring injury and is likely to miss both the remainder of IPL 2023 and the upcoming World Test Championship Final at The Oval against Australia. India is struggling with the injuries of their key players like Rahul, Bumrah, Rishabh Pant, Umesh Yadav and others. Shardul Thakur and Jaydev Unadkat are also in doubt for the WTC Final. Before the game, India needs to find many replacements. Here in this article, we have covered the best replacements for KL Rahul in the WTC squad of India.

3 Best Replacements for KL Rahul in World Test Championship Final against Australia

1. Jitesh Sharma

The young Indian wicketkeeper batter is doing well in this year’s IPL and has all the shots that India may need to counterattack the fiery attack of the Australian bowling line-up. India is also looking for a worthy successor to Rishabh Pant in Test cricket, and Jitesh Sharma can really be the player that they need.

2. Ishan Kishan

Ishan Kishan was part of the Indian squad for the BGT 2023 but did not feature in any of the games. He has come back to form in IPL and can replace KL Rahul in the WTC squad. Kishan can open with Rohit in the final, and Gill can be drafted at the number five position.

Also read: KL Rahul Injury Update: Will He Play WTC Final against Australia?

3. Sanju Samson

Sanju Samson is one of those players whom the nation wants to see play for India on a regular basis. He is sidelined for the ODI side despite having a great record in the 50-over format. Samson has the potential and skill to fill the shoes of KL Rahul with ease.

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