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Ravindra Jadeja put speculations of his Test retirement to rest as he tweeted a picture of himself in India's Test jersey with the caption 'long way to go'

'Long way to go' Tweets Ravindra Jadeja following Test retirement rumours

Ravindra Jadeja&nbsp;put speculations of his Test retirement to rest as he tweeted a picture of himself in India's Test jersey with the caption 'long way to go'.
Rumours of Jadeja's retirement from Test cricket did the rounds ever since he was ruled out of India's Test series in South Africa due to a forearm injury he suffered in the 1st Test vs New Zealand. In another tweet, the all-rounder said 'Fake friends believe in rumours. Real friends believe in you'.
Earlier, a leading Hindi news agency had reported that Jadeja's "very serious" injury would require a surgery that could effectively rule him out for four to six months, due to which he might quit Test cricket in order to prolong his white-ball career.

Ravindra Jadeja&nbsp;put speculations of his Test retirement to rest as he tweeted a picture of himself in India's Test jersey with the caption 'long way to go'

Ravindra Jadeja&nbsp;put speculations of his Test retirement to rest as he tweeted a picture of himself in India's Test jersey with the caption 'long way to go'.
Rumours of Jadeja's retirement from Test cricket did the rounds ever since he was ruled out of India's Test series in South Africa due to a forearm injury he suffered in the 1st Test vs New Zealand. In another tweet, the all-rounder said 'Fake friends believe in rumours. Real friends believe in you'.
Earlier, a leading Hindi news agency had reported that Jadeja's "very serious" injury would require a surgery that could effectively rule him out for four to six months, due to which he might quit Test cricket in order to prolong his white-ball career.
Also read:&nbsp;<a title="India tour of South Africa: Virat Kohli-led Team India leave for Johannesburg" href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/india-tour-of-south-africa-virat-kohli-led-team-india-leave-for-johannesburg-1639623779657" target="_blank">India tour of South Africa: Virat Kohli-led Team India leave for Johannesburg</a>

Most experts predicted Ajinkya Rahane to be dropped for the Mumbai Test vs New Zealand and though Rahane missed the 2nd Test, BCCI clarified that he was left out due to a minor hamstring strain, which he sustained while fielding on the final day of the Kanpur Test.
Virat Kohli, who was to anyway take back captaincy duties was a like-for-like replacement. Two more players - Ishant Sharma and Ravindra Jadeja were also ruled out due to injuries. While Ishant dislocated his left little finger during Day 5 of the 1st Test, Jadeja suffered a right forearm injury during the same match. 
Mohammed Siraj and Jayant Yadav were included in the playing XI as their replacements. Jayant has fond memories of the Wankhede Stadium as he scored a hundred here in the 2016 Test vs England and also stitched a 241-run 9th wicket stand with skipper Virat Kohli.
Also read: IND vs NZL: Why can Wankhede be the stadium for Virat Kohli to strike form?

Ajinkya Rahane dropped? BCCI says he was rested due to a minor hamstring niggle

Most experts predicted Ajinkya Rahane to be dropped for the Mumbai Test vs New Zealand and though Rahane missed the 2nd Test, BCCI clarified that he was left out due to a minor hamstring strain.

Most experts predicted Ajinkya&nbsp;Rahane to be dropped for the Mumbai&nbsp;Test vs New Zealand&nbsp;and though Rahane&nbsp;missed the 2nd Test, BCCI&nbsp;clarified that he was left out due to a minor hamstring strain, which he sustained&nbsp;while fielding on the final day of the Kanpur&nbsp;Test.
Virat Kohli, who was to anyway take back captaincy duties was a like-for-like replacement.&nbsp;Two more players - Ishant&nbsp;Sharma and Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;were also ruled out due to injuries. While&nbsp;Ishant&nbsp;dislocated his left little finger during Day 5 of the 1st Test,&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;suffered a right forearm injury during the same match.&nbsp;
Mohammed&nbsp;Siraj&nbsp;and Jayant&nbsp;Yadav&nbsp;were included in the playing XI as their replacements. Jayant&nbsp;has fond memories of the Wankhede&nbsp;Stadium as he scored a hundred here in the 2016 Test vs England and also stitched a 241-run 9th wicket stand with skipper Virat&nbsp;Kohli.

Most experts predicted Ajinkya&nbsp;Rahane to be dropped for the Mumbai&nbsp;Test vs New Zealand&nbsp;and though Rahane&nbsp;missed the 2nd Test, BCCI&nbsp;clarified that he was left out due to a minor hamstring strain

Most experts predicted that&nbsp;Ajinkya&nbsp;Rahane will be dropped for the Mumbai&nbsp;Test vs New Zealand&nbsp;and though Rahane&nbsp;missed the 2nd Test, BCCI&nbsp;clarified that he was left out due to a minor hamstring strain, which he sustained&nbsp;while fielding on the final day of the Kanpur&nbsp;Test.
Virat Kohli, who was to anyway take back captaincy duties was a like-for-like replacement.&nbsp;Two more players - Ishant&nbsp;Sharma and Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;were also ruled out due to injuries. While&nbsp;Ishant&nbsp;dislocated his left little finger during Day 5 of the 1st Test,&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;suffered a right forearm injury during the same match.&nbsp;
Mohammed&nbsp;Siraj&nbsp;and Jayant&nbsp;Yadav&nbsp;were included in the playing XI as their replacements. Jayant&nbsp;has fond memories of the Wankhede&nbsp;Stadium as he scored a hundred here in the 2016 Test vs England and also stitched a 241-run 9th wicket stand with skipper Virat&nbsp;Kohli.
Also read:&nbsp;<a title="IND vs NZL: Why can Wankhede be the stadium for Virat Kohli to strike form?" href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/ind-vs-nzl-2nd-test-virat-kohli-s-love-affair-with-wankhede-1638510673051" target="_blank">IND vs NZL: Why can Wankhede be the stadium for Virat Kohli to strike form?</a>

Despite R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja's monumental efforts, Team India was denied victory as the first Test of the 2 match Test series vs New Zealand ended in a draw.

Rahul Dravid explains why R Ashwin is an 'absolute match-winner'   

Despite R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja's&nbsp;monumental efforts, Team India was denied victory as the first Test of the 2 match Test series vs New Zealand ended in a draw.

Despite R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja's&nbsp;monumental efforts, Team India was denied victory as the first Test of the 2 match Test series vs New Zealand ended in a draw. However, head coach Rahul Dravid&nbsp;had some high praises for the senior bowler, who along with Jadeja&nbsp;collected 7 wickets on the final day. During the Test, the Tamil Nadu based-cricketer took over former cricketer&nbsp;Harbhajan&nbsp;Singh&nbsp;to become India's third-highest wicket-taker in Test format.&nbsp;&nbsp; Also Read&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/ipl-2022-retention-live-streaming-when-and-where-to-watch-full-list-of-retainees-1638251452463">IPL 2022 retention live streaming, When and where to watch, full list of probable retainees&nbsp;</a> Calling him an absolute match-winner, Dravid&nbsp;credited Ashwin&nbsp;for keeping India alive in the game and went on to say that constantly being threatening on wickets like this is a tribute to his skills and ability.&nbsp; Ashwin who has now collected a total of 419 wickets in 80 Tests has surpassed Singh&nbsp;who took 417 wickets in 103 Tests.&nbsp;

CricBait | After being reduced to 145/4, Shreyas Iyer and Ravindra Jadeja prevent a middle-order collapse. Can Team India post a big 1st innings total vs New Zealand?

CricBait | Shreyas Iyer holds India's innings together on Test debut

CricBait | After being reduced to 145/4, Shreyas Iyer and Ravindra Jadeja prevent a middle order collapse. Can Team India post a big 1st innings total vs New Zealand in the Kanpur Test? @lav_vaid speaks to @BoredCricket , @alllrounderrr and Khyati Patel

CricBait&nbsp;|&nbsp;After being reduced to 145/4, Shreyas Iyer and Ravindra Jadeja prevent a middle-order collapse. Can Team India post a big 1st innings total vs New Zealand in the Kanpur Test? Lav Vaid speaks to Gaurav Sethi, Khyati Patel and Nitin Khanna

CricBait&nbsp;|&nbsp;After being reduced to 145/4, Shreyas Iyer and Ravindra Jadeja prevent a middle-order collapse. Can Team India post a big 1st innings total vs New Zealand in the Kanpur Test?

CricBait&nbsp;|&nbsp;After being reduced to 145/4, Shreyas Iyer and Ravindra Jadeja prevent a middle-order collapse. Can Team India post a big 1st innings total vs New Zealand in the Kanpur Test? Lav Vaid speaks to Gaurav Sethi, Khyati Patel and Nitin Khanna
Also read:&nbsp;<a title="IND vs NZL, Kanpur Test: Shubman Gill blows another 100 opportunity" href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/ind-vs-nzl-kanpur-test-shubman-gill-blows-another-100-opportunity-1637829531010" target="_blank">IND vs NZL, Kanpur Test: Shubman Gill blows another 100 opportunity</a>
Shreyas&nbsp;Iyer&nbsp;impressed on his Test debut as India ended Day 1 of the Kanpur&nbsp;Test at 258/4 vs New Zealand.&nbsp;
Ajinkya&nbsp;Rahane's decision to bat first was the right call but Mayank&nbsp;Agarwal&nbsp;failed to capitalise and was dismissed for 13. Shubman&nbsp;Gill once again impressed with 52 but failed to carry on. Rahane&nbsp;and Pujara&nbsp;too went back cheaply as India suddenly found themselves wanting at 145/4. But Iyer&nbsp;and&nbsp;Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;helped India avoid a middle-order collapse with an unbeaten 113-run stand. While Iyer&nbsp;scored 75 not out, Jadeja&nbsp;remained unbeaten on 50&nbsp;as they both saw off the day.

Shreyas Iyer impressed on his Test debut with an unbeaten 75 as India ended Day 1 of the Kanpur Test at 258/4 vs New Zealand

Kanpur Test: Iyer shines on debut as India end Day 1 at 258/4 vs New Zealand

Shreyas&nbsp;Iyer&nbsp;impressed on his Test debut as India ended Day 1 of the Kanpur&nbsp;Test at 258/4 vs New Zealand.&nbsp;
Ajinkya&nbsp;Rahane's decision to bat first was the right call but Mayank&nbsp;Agarwal&nbsp;failed to capitalise and was dismissed for 13. Shubman&nbsp;Gill once again impressed with 52 but failed to carry on. Rahane&nbsp;and Pujara&nbsp;too went back cheaply as India suddenly found themselves wanting at 145/4. But Iyer&nbsp;and&nbsp;Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;helped India avoid a middle-order collapse with an unbeaten 113-run stand. While Iyer&nbsp;scored 75 not out, Jadeja&nbsp;remained unbeaten on 50&nbsp;as they both saw off the day.
With the new ball just 4 overs&nbsp;old, New Zealand&nbsp;would hope to break this partnership early on Day 2, else it will be very tough to catch up with the Hosts.

Shreyas&nbsp;Iyer&nbsp;impressed on his Test debut with an unbeaten 75 as India ended Day 1 of the Kanpur&nbsp;Test at 258/4 vs New Zealand

Shreyas&nbsp;Iyer&nbsp;impressed on his Test debut as India ended Day 1 of the Kanpur&nbsp;Test at 258/4 vs New Zealand.&nbsp;
Ajinkya&nbsp;Rahane's decision to bat first was the right call but Mayank&nbsp;Agarwal&nbsp;failed to capitalise and was dismissed for 13. Shubman&nbsp;Gill once again impressed with 52 but failed to carry on. Rahane&nbsp;and Pujara&nbsp;too went back cheaply as India suddenly found themselves wanting at 145/4. But Iyer&nbsp;and&nbsp;Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;helped India avoid a middle-order collapse with an unbeaten 113-run stand. While Iyer&nbsp;scored 75 not out, Jadeja&nbsp;remained unbeaten on 50&nbsp;as they both saw off the day.
With the new ball just 4 overs&nbsp;old, New Zealand&nbsp;would hope to break this partnership early on Day 2, else it will be very tough to catch up with the Hosts.
Also read:&nbsp;

'Bag pack karke ghar jayenge'
Team India's Ravindra Jadeja gives a cheeky response to a journalist who asked the all rounder about Afghanistan-New Zealand match

T20 World Cup 2021: 'bag pack karke ghar jayenge', Jadeja's perfect response to journalist

'Bag pack karke ghar jayenge'
Team India's Ravindra Jadeja gives a perfect response to a journalist who asked the all rounder about Afghanistan-New Zealand match

As the entire nation has its eyes set on Sunday's New Zealand&nbsp;vs Afghanistan T20 World Cup 2021 game, Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;gave a perfect response to a journalist who asked a stupid question on the game.
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'Bag pack karke ghar jayenge' Team India's Ravindra Jadeja gives a cheeky response to a journalist who asked the all rounder about Afghanistan-New Zealand match

As the entire nation has its eyes set on Sunday's New Zealand&nbsp;vs Afghanistan T20 World Cup 2021 game, Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;gave a perfect response to a journalist who asked a stupid question on the game.
Question:&nbsp;There are talks going around that if New Zealand lost to Afghanistan, our chances brighten. But what if New Zealand don't lose to Afghanistan?
Jadeja:&nbsp;Toh phir... bag pack karke ghar Jayenge, aur kya? (What else? Pack our bags and head home).
Also read:&nbsp;<a title="#INDvsSCO highlights T20 World Cup 2021: India make a statement, thrash Scotland by 8 wickets" href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/t20-world-cup-2021-india-make-a-statement-thrash-scotland-by-8-wickets-1636129162250" target="_blank">#INDvsSCO highlights T20 World Cup 2021: India make a statement, thrash Scotland by 8 wickets</a>
India is banking on Afghanistan to beat New Zealand in order to qualify for T20 World Cup 2021 semi-finals

With a 2-1 series lead, Team India will be looking to register a rare series win in England as they prepare to play the 5th and final Test vs the 3 Lions. A thumping win at the Oval has given Team India and Virat&nbsp;Kohli a lot of confidence but will that push the Indian captain to make a couple of changes to the Playing XI?&nbsp;
Ajinkya&nbsp;Rahane&nbsp;has been woefully out of form and his presence in the team is not helping the scoreboard. A veteran of many years, Rahane&nbsp;has seen various ups and downs in his career but this definitely has been one of the biggest lows as Virat&nbsp;Kohli&nbsp;is expected to replace the Mumbai&nbsp;cricketer for the final Test of the series.&nbsp;
The final Test in Manchester may also see a slightly dry wicket with assistance to the spinners. Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;has made his presence felt as a batter in the series but is yet to spin India to a win. Will Ravichandran&nbsp;Ashwin who has warmed the bench for 4 Test matches finally get a chance to play a Test on the tour? The champion spinner has been India's strike bowler over the years and many are calling it an absolute travesty to keep Ashwin&nbsp;out of Playing XI.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Going by form, Virat&nbsp;Kohli&nbsp;is expected to make changes but the captain himself had earlier mentioned how he has found&nbsp;a template for the series and is likely to stick to his plans.&nbsp;

What will be Team India's Playing XI for the 5th Test vs England? 

Going by form, Virat&nbsp;Kohli&nbsp;is expected to make changes but the captain himself had earlier mentioned how he has found&nbsp;a template for the series and is likely to stick to his plans

With a 2-1 series lead, Team India will be looking to register a rare series win in England as they prepare to play the 5th and final Test vs the 3 Lions. A thumping win at the Oval has given Team India and Virat&nbsp;Kohli a lot of confidence but will that push the Indian captain to make a couple of changes to the Playing XI?&nbsp;
Ajinkya&nbsp;Rahane&nbsp;has been woefully out of form and his presence in the team is not helping the scoreboard. A veteran of many years, Rahane&nbsp;has seen various ups and downs in his career but this definitely has been one of the biggest lows as Virat&nbsp;Kohli&nbsp;is expected to replace the Mumbai&nbsp;cricketer for the final Test of the series.&nbsp;
The final Test in Manchester may also see a slightly dry wicket with assistance to the spinners. Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;has made his presence felt as a batter in the series but is yet to spin India to a win. Will Ravichandran&nbsp;Ashwin who has warmed the bench for 4 Test matches finally get a chance to play a Test on the tour? The champion spinner has been India's strike bowler over the years and many are calling it an absolute travesty to keep Ashwin&nbsp;out of Playing XI.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Going by form, Virat&nbsp;Kohli&nbsp;is expected to make changes but the captain himself had earlier mentioned how he has found&nbsp;a template for the series and is likely to stick to his plans.&nbsp;

India has taken an unassailable&nbsp;2-1 lead in the 5-match Test series vs England&nbsp;

Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;suffered an injury after India's loss in the 3rd Test vs England and the all-rounder also shared a picture from the hospital.
Jadeja&nbsp;gave the update on his Instagram&nbsp;account with a message 'not a good place to be at.'&nbsp;However,&nbsp;the nature of his injury remains unclear.
Jadeja has played all three Tests in the series so far and has scored 133 runs. He also picked up 2 wickets, both in the 3rd Test in Leeds.&nbsp;
Also read:&nbsp;India's fightback ends, England win by an innings &amp; 76 runs to level the series

Jadeja suffers injury scare after 3rd Test, shares picture from hospital

Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;shared a picture of his from the hospital with a message 'not a good place to be at'

Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;suffered an injury after India's loss in the 3rd Test vs England and the all-rounder also shared a picture from the hospital.
Jadeja&nbsp;gave the update on his Instagram&nbsp;account with a message 'not a good place to be at.'&nbsp;However,&nbsp;the nature of his injury remains unclear.
Jadeja has played all three Tests in the series so far and has scored 133 runs. He also picked up 2 wickets, both in the 3rd Test in Leeds.&nbsp;

<ul>
<li>The nature of Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja's injury remains unclear</li>
<li>Jadeja has played all 3 Tests in the series so far and has scored 133 runs. He also picked up 2 wickets</li>
</ul>

Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;suffered an injury after India's loss in the 3rd Test vs England and the all-rounder also shared a picture from the hospital.
Jadeja&nbsp;gave the update on his Instagram&nbsp;account with a message 'not a good place to be at.'&nbsp;However,&nbsp;the nature of his injury remains unclear.
Jadeja has played all three Tests in the series so far and has scored 133 runs. He also picked up 2 wickets, both in the 3rd Test in Leeds.&nbsp;
Also read:&nbsp;<a title="India's fightback ends, England win by an innings &amp; 76 runs to level the series" href="https://www.editorji.com/story/india-s-fightback-ends-england-win-by-an-innings-76-runs-to-level-series-1630151109523" target="_blank">India's fightback ends, England win by an innings &amp; 76 runs to level the series</a>

After a middle order collapse, it seemed that India had thrown away their advantage over England in the 1st Test but KL Rahul&nbsp;stayed strong and scored 84. Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;then justified his selection over Ashwin&nbsp;and scored an aggressive 56. Indian tail also wagged a bit before the visitors were bowled out for 278, securing a healthy 95-run lead.
In reply, England had a steady start and ended day 3 at 25 for no loss, still trailing India by 70 runs. Bad light and rain once again forced early stumps but a result looks likely with 2 days of play left.
Also read:&nbsp;Twitter restores blue tick on MS Dhoni account after briefly removing it

1st Test: India secure crucial lead, England off to a steady start

KL Rahul and Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;led India's fightback&nbsp;vs England as a result looks likely with 2 days of play left in the 1st Test.

After a middle order collapse, it seemed that India had thrown away their advantage over England in the 1st Test but KL Rahul&nbsp;stayed strong and scored 84. Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;then justified his selection over Ashwin&nbsp;and scored an aggressive 56. Indian tail also wagged a bit before the visitors were bowled out for 278, securing a healthy 95-run lead.
In reply, England had a steady start and ended day 3 at 25 for no loss, still trailing India by 70 runs. Bad light and rain once again forced early stumps but a result looks likely with 2 days of play left.

<ul>
<li>India was bowled out for 278 but secured a healthy 95-run lead</li>
<li>England end Day 3 at 25 for no loss, trail India by 70 runs</li>
</ul>

After a middle order collapse, it seemed that India had thrown away their advantage over England in the 1st Test but KL Rahul&nbsp;stayed strong and scored 84. Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;then justified his selection over Ashwin&nbsp;and scored an aggressive 56. Indian tail also wagged a bit before the visitors were bowled out for 278, securing a healthy 95-run lead.
In reply, England had a steady start and ended day 3 at 25 for no loss, still trailing India by 70 runs. Bad light and rain once again forced early stumps but a result looks likely with 2 days of play left.
Also read:&nbsp;<a title="Twitter restores blue tick on MS Dhoni account after briefly removing it" href="https://www.editorji.com/story/twitter-restores-blue-tick-on-ms-dhoni-account-after-briefly-removing-it-1628253925643" target="_blank">Twitter restores blue tick on MS Dhoni account after briefly removing it</a>

Ravindra Jadeja&nbsp;reclaimed his number 1 spot in the newly released ICC&nbsp;Test rankings for all-rounders&nbsp;on Wednesday. He moved up one spot to dethrone&nbsp;West Indies' Jason Holder, who&nbsp;had a forgettable 2-match Test series vs South Africa.
Jadeja returned to the top spot after having topped both the bowling and the all-rounders&rsquo; charts in the ICC Test Rankings in 2017. The 32-year-old, who is with the Indian team on their UK tour, now has 386 points, 2 more than Holder.&nbsp;

Jadeja reclaims top spot in new ICC Test rankings for all-rounders

Ravindra Jadeja&nbsp;reclaimed his number 1 spot in the newly released ICC&nbsp;Test rankings for all-rounders&nbsp;on Wednesday by dethroning West Indies' Jason Holder.

Ravindra Jadeja&nbsp;reclaimed his number 1 spot in the newly released ICC&nbsp;Test rankings for all-rounders&nbsp;on Wednesday. He moved up one spot to dethrone&nbsp;West Indies' Jason Holder, who&nbsp;had a forgettable 2-match Test series vs South Africa.
Jadeja returned to the top spot after having topped both the bowling and the all-rounders&rsquo; charts in the ICC Test Rankings in 2017. The 32-year-old, who is with the Indian team on their UK tour, now has 386 points, 2 more than Holder.&nbsp;

India will be playing to their strengths in the World Test Championship final and have picked both Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin in its playing XI for the Test match starting Friday in Southampton.&nbsp;
There were no surprises as such as Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill will open the batting. Pujara, Rahane and skipper Kohli will strengthen the middle order, while Rishabh Pant will take the wicketkeeping gloves. Despite swinging conditions, India will start with 2 spinners in Jadeja and Ashwin. Ishant Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami will be the 3 pacers. Interestingly, it will be the first time these 5 bowlers will play together for India in a Test match.

WTC final: Ashwin & Jadeja included in India's playing XI

Playing XI: Rohit, Gill, Pujara, Virat, Rahane, Pant,&nbsp;Jadeja, Ashwin, Bumrah, Ishant, Shami

India will be playing to their strengths in the World Test Championship final and have picked both Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin in its playing XI for the Test match starting Friday in Southampton.&nbsp;
 There were no surprises as such as Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill will open the batting. Pujara, Rahane and skipper Kohli will strengthen the middle order, while Rishabh Pant will take the wicketkeeping gloves. Despite swinging conditions, India will start with 2 spinners in Jadeja and Ashwin. Ishant Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami will be the 3 pacers. Interestingly, it will be the first time these 5 bowlers will play together for India in a Test match.

With India all set to lock horns against a strong New Zealand&nbsp;side in the final of the World Test Championship, here is how the last 5 Test matches between these two sides went by.
Christchurch Test (Feb 2020)
India's last Test match vs New Zealand&nbsp;was&nbsp; played in February last year in Christchurch. Kyle Jamieson&nbsp;rocked Virat&nbsp;Kohli's men with a 5-wicket haul in the 1st innings as Indian batting line-up failed to impress.&nbsp; The hosts won by 7 wickets.&nbsp;
Wellington Test (Feb 2020)
1st Test in Wellington on the same tour too produced a similar result. This time the Kiwis thrashed India by 10 wickets. Tim Southee ended the game with 9 wickets as Team India couldn't manage to cross 200 in both innings.
Indore&nbsp;Test (Oct 2016)
It was a completely different story when the Kiwis toured India in 2016. The hosts won the 3rd Test in Indore&nbsp;by a mammoth 321 runs. After a double hundred by skipper Virat&nbsp;Kohli, Ravichandran Ashwin&nbsp;ran through New Zealand's&nbsp;batting and ended the game with 13 wickets.
Kolkata Test (Sep-Oct 2016)
India comfortably won the 2nd of that series in Kolkata&nbsp;with ease as well. This time it were the pacers who rattled the Kiwis as Bhuvneshwar&nbsp;Kumar and Mohammed&nbsp;Shami&nbsp;picked up 12 wickets between them. Bhuvi&nbsp;also claimed a 5-wicket haul as India won by 178 runs.
Kanpur Test (Sep&nbsp;2016)
The corner stone of a Kiwi whitewash in the 2016 series was laid in Kanpur. Ashwin&nbsp;and Jadeja spun their web of destruction, claiming 16 wickets between them. In the end, India won by 197 runs.
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WTC Final: Last 5 India vs New Zealand encounters in Tests

In the last 5 encounters in Test cricket between India and New Zealand, Virat&nbsp;Kohli's men have 3 wins but all of them came in India&nbsp;

With India all set to play New Zealand in the World Test Championship final, here are the last 5 Test encounters&nbsp; between the two sides&nbsp;
Christchurch Test (Feb 2020)
India's last Test match vs New Zealand&nbsp;was&nbsp; played in February last year in Christchurch. Kyle Jamieson&nbsp;rocked Virat&nbsp;Kohli's men with a 5-wicket haul in the 1st innings as Indian batting line-up failed to impress.&nbsp; The hosts won by 7 wickets.&nbsp;
Wellington Test (Feb 2020)
1st Test in Wellington on the same tour too produced a similar result. This time the Kiwis thrashed India by 10 wickets. Tim Southee ended the game with 9 wickets as Team India couldn't manage to cross 200 in both innings.
Indore&nbsp;Test (Oct 2016)
It was a completely different story when the Kiwis toured India in 2016. The hosts won the 3rd Test in Indore&nbsp;by a mammoth 321 runs. After a double hundred by skipper Virat&nbsp;Kohli, Ravichandran Ashwin&nbsp;ran through New Zealand's&nbsp;batting and ended the game with 13 wickets.
Kolkata Test (Sep-Oct 2016)
India comfortably won the 2nd of that series in Kolkata&nbsp;with ease as well. This time it were the pacers who rattled the Kiwis as Bhuvneshwar&nbsp;Kumar and Mohammed&nbsp;Shami&nbsp;picked up 12 wickets between them as&nbsp;India won by 178 runs.
Kanpur Test (Sep&nbsp;2016)
The foundation of&nbsp;a Kiwi whitewash in the 2016 series was laid in Kanpur. Ashwin&nbsp;and Jadeja spun their web of destruction, claiming 16 wickets between them. In the end, India won by 197 runs.
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Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja's chances of playing the World Test Championship final vs New Zealand&nbsp;increased manyfold&nbsp;as he impressed with an unbeaten 76-ball-54 on day 3 of India's&nbsp;intra-squad&nbsp;match on Sunday.
The all-rounder had also picked up 2 wickets for just 22 runs. Jadeja&nbsp;and Rvichandran Ashwin&nbsp;don't usually play together in overseas Tests and Jadu's&nbsp;performance may have made a strong case for him to be India's first choice spinner come June 18.

WTC final: Jadeja shines with an all-round show in intra-squad game

Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja's chances of playing the World Test Championship final vs New Zealand&nbsp;increased manyfold&nbsp;as he impressed with an unbeaten 76-ball-54 on day 3 of India's&nbsp;intra-squad&nbsp;match on Sunday.

Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja's chances of playing the World Test Championship final vs New Zealand&nbsp;increased manyfold&nbsp;as he impressed with an unbeaten 76-ball-54 on day 3 of India's&nbsp;intra-squad&nbsp;match on Sunday.
The all-rounder had also picked up 2 wickets for just 22 runs. Jadeja&nbsp;and Rvichandran Ashwin&nbsp;don't usually play together in overseas Tests and Jadu's&nbsp;performance may have made a strong case for him to be India's first choice spinner come June 18.

Though Team India members continue to isolate themselves&nbsp;in their hotel rooms ahead of the World Test Championship final, Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;had his first outdoor training session in&nbsp;Southampton on Sunday.
The Indian contingent had reached London on June 3 and have been in quarantine since then at the&nbsp;Ageas Bowl hotel, which is attached to the cricket stadium. Team India had flown out after a hard 14-day isolation in Mumbai.
It is still not clear as to when the entire Indian squad can train together for the WTC Final where they will take on New Zealand from June 18.

WTC Final: Jadeja has his first training session in Southampton

Though Team India members continue to isolate themselves&nbsp;in their hotel rooms ahead of the World Test Championship final, Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;had his first outdoor training session in&nbsp;Southampton on Sunday.

Though Team India members continue to isolate themselves&nbsp;in their hotel rooms ahead of the World Test Championship final, Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;had his first outdoor training session in&nbsp;Southampton on Sunday.
The Indian contingent had reached London on June 3 and have been in quarantine since then at the&nbsp;Ageas Bowl hotel, which is attached to the cricket stadium. Team India had flown out after a hard 14-day isolation in Mumbai.
It is still not clear as to when the entire Indian squad can train together for the WTC Final where they will take on New Zealand from June 18.

Jasprit&nbsp;Bumrah, Mohd&nbsp;Shami&nbsp;&amp; Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;return to the Test squad as BCCI&nbsp;announced the travelling&nbsp;contingent for the World Test Championship final and the England Test series after that. While Bumrah&nbsp;took off for his wedding, Shami&nbsp;and Jadeja&nbsp;missed the last home series vs England due to injuries. There are no major changes to the squad as most of the heroes of the Australia tour also find themselves with a ticket to England. KL Rahul and Wriddhiman&nbsp;Saha&nbsp;were also named in the squad subject to fitness clearance. The World Test Championship final will start from 18th June in Southampton followed by a 5-match Test series vs England as the long tour will stretch to September.&nbsp;Team India is expected to travel to England by a charter flight towards the end of this month.

World Test Championship final & England tour squad announced

The World Test Championship Final will start from 18th June in Southampton followed by a 5-match Test series vs England as the long tour will stretch to September

Jasprit&nbsp;Bumrah, Mohd&nbsp;Shami&nbsp;&amp; Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja&nbsp;return to the Test squad as BCCI&nbsp;announced the travelling&nbsp;contingent for the World Test Championship final and the England Test series after that. While Bumrah&nbsp;took off for his wedding, Shami&nbsp;and Jadeja&nbsp;missed the last home series vs England due to injuries. There are no major changes to the squad as most of the heroes of the Australia tour also find themselves with a ticket to England. KL Rahul and Wriddhiman&nbsp;Saha&nbsp;were also named in the squad subject to fitness clearance. The World Test Championship final will start from 18th June in Southampton followed by a 5-match Test series vs England as the long tour will stretch to September.&nbsp;Team India is expected to travel to England by a charter flight towards the end of this month.

It may have been CSK vs RCB but it seemed like CSK vs Ravindra Jadeja. The southpaw single-handily destroyed Virat Kohli's men as CSK thrashed Bangalore by 69 runs. MS Dhoni's decision to bat first proved right as CSK got off to a flying start. But it was Jadeja's unbeaten 28-ball-62 which turned the tide against RCB. He even blasted 37 runs in a single over during that knock and helped Chennai finish at 191/4. RCB's run chase never got going as Jaddu this time spun his web of destruction. He grabbed figures of 3/13 as Bangalore managed just 122/9. That not only ended RCB's 4-match winning run, but helped CSK claim 4th win in 5 outings.

Jadeja single-handedly destroys RCB, CSK win by 69 runs

Jadeja&nbsp;single-handily destroyed&nbsp;Virat Kohli's men as CSK thrashed RCB by 69 runs.

It may have been CSK vs RCB but it seemed like CSK vs Ravindra Jadeja. The southpaw single-handily destroyed Virat Kohli's men as CSK thrashed Bangalore by 69 runs. MS Dhoni's decision to bat first proved right as CSK got off to a flying start. But it was Jadeja's unbeaten 28-ball-62 which turned the tide against RCB. He even blasted 37 runs in a single over during that knock and helped Chennai finish at 191/4. RCB's run chase never got going as Jaddu this time spun his web of destruction. He grabbed figures of 3/13 as Bangalore managed just 122/9. That not only ended RCB's 4-match winning run, but helped CSK claim 4th win in 5 outings.

It's safe to say that the Chennai Super Kings are back to being the force they once were, as MS Dhoni's men thrashed Rajasthan Royals by 45 runs, to claim their 2nd consecutive win. Batting first, a collective effort powered CSK to 188/9. Royals' run chase looked on track when they were 87/2. That's CSK spun its web of destruction. After Jadeja picked 2 wickets in an over, Moeen Ali crushed Royals' hopes with 3 scalps in 4 balls. Rajasthan could eventually manage 143/9 and were handed 2nd loss in 3 games.&nbsp;

CSK draw 'Royal' blood, thrash Rajasthan by 45 runs

It's safe to say that&nbsp;CSK is back to being the force they once were, as MS Dhoni's men thrashed Rajasthan Royals by 45 runs to claim their 2nd consecutive win

It's safe to say that the Chennai Super Kings are back to being the force they once were, as MS Dhoni's men thrashed Rajasthan Royals by 45 runs, to claim their 2nd consecutive win. Batting first, a collective effort powered CSK to 188/9. Royals' run chase looked on track when they were 87/2. That's CSK spun its web of destruction. After Jadeja picked 2 wickets in an over, Moeen Ali crushed Royals' hopes with 3 scalps in 4 balls. Rajasthan could eventually manage 143/9 and were handed 2nd loss in 3 games.&nbsp;

Can Super Kings paint the UAE yellow?

Though Chennai Super Kings' campaign didn't start off on a 'healthy' note, the 3-time champions are determined to turn the tide

Can CSK overcome Covid-19 blues to paint UAE in yellow?

One team which always starts as the favourites&nbsp;to win the&nbsp;IPL, Chennai Super Kings, have found themselves in unfamiliar territory this season. Their 2020 campaign was hit by&nbsp;coronavirus&nbsp;which saw 13 members of their contingent, including 2 players in Deepak&nbsp;Chahar and&nbsp;Ruturaj Gaikwad,&nbsp;test positive for Covid-19 while in the UAE. This forced the entire squad to remain in extended isolation which pushed back their training schedule. Moreover, even before the start of the tournament, CSK&nbsp;suffered 2 casualties in Suresh&nbsp;Raina&nbsp;and Harbhajan Singh, who pulled out of the cash-rich league due to personal reasons. Where Bhajji's experience may have come in handy on the turning tracks in the UAE, Raina&nbsp;has been the backbone of CSK&nbsp;over the years.&nbsp;
Keeping all that aside, most Indian cricket fans eagerly await for CSK&nbsp;to take the field, as it would give them a chance to see Thala&nbsp;Dhoni&nbsp;back in action. Fresh from his international retirement, watching MSD&nbsp;play again will&nbsp;without doubt be the highlight of this season. Under him, the Super Kings have clinched 3 titles and are the only team in the competition to have a 100% record of making it to the playoffs. In the 10 editions they have played in, CSK&nbsp;has reached the final 8 times.&nbsp;
With Piyush&nbsp;Chawla, Karn&nbsp;Sharma, Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja,&nbsp;Imran Tahir and&nbsp;Mitchell Santner&nbsp;in their ranks, CSK&nbsp;probably has the best spin bowling department in the tournament. While Deepak&nbsp;Chahar&nbsp;spent his initial days in quarantine, Dwayne Bravo and Josh Hazlewood&nbsp;are busy with CPL and national duty respectively and will join in late. England's Sam Curran who may turn out to be their x-factor this season will also arrive later. Only&nbsp;Shardul Thakur and KM Asif&nbsp;have trained with&nbsp;the squad since the first practice session.
But Daddy's army has time and again showed their ability to bounce and their fans would hope that&nbsp;CSK&nbsp;overcomes their blues and paint the&nbsp;UAE&nbsp;yellow.
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