He was included in the squad to replace Washington Sundar, who was unavailable for selection due to an injury. Veteran all-rounder Saransh Jain is likely to make his India debut during the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo, starting on August 23, according to a report. The 33-year-old, who plays domestic cricket for Madhya Pradesh, received his maiden Test call-up for the two-match series in the island nation. Saransh, a right-arm off-spinner and a capable left-handed lower-middle-order batter, made his first-class debut in 2014 and had to wait nearly 12 years for an India call-up.
Saransh Jain’s Rise as a Frontline All-Rounder
Saransh Jain has emerged as a key player for his team, transitioning into a match-winning all-rounder. This development follows his training under experienced domestic coach Chandrakant Pandit, who has played a significant role in refining Saransh’s skills.
Cricket talent runs in the Jain family. Saransh’s father, Subodh Jain, was a right-arm off-break bowler who represented Madhya Pradesh in nine Ranji Trophy matches. Although Subodh did not receive an international call-up during his career, his legacy continues through Saransh’s achievements on the field.
