Saransh Jain reaps rewards of domestic consistency with maiden India Test call-up
Madhya Pradesh all-rounder Saransh Jain has been rewarded for his consistent domestic performances with his maiden selection in India’s Test squad for the upcoming two-match series against Sri Lanka. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Thursday announced the 15-member squad, with Saransh emerging as one of the notable inclusions. Ahead of the series, the Indian team will play a four-day practice match in Colombo starting on August 7 before the first Test begins in Galle on August 15.
Saransh has been a consistent performer in domestic cricket for Madhya Pradesh. In 54 First-Class matches, he has scored 2,223 runs, including two centuries and 14 half-centuries and has picked up 188 wickets, establishing himself as a dependable all-round contributor.
Saransh Jain said, ”It is an incredible honour to be selected for the Indian Test team. Representing India has always been my biggest dream, and seeing it come true is a very special moment for me and my family. I am grateful to the BCCI selectors, the Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association, my coaches, teammates, and everyone who has supported me throughout my journey. Every match in domestic cricket has taught me valuable lessons, and I will cherish this opportunity.” The 2026 season has been particularly memorable for the Madhya Pradesh cricketer. Representing Royal Nimar Eagles in the Madhya Pradesh League 2026, Saransh played a pivotal role in the team’s impressive campaign.
India’s Test squad for Sri Lanka: Shubman Gill (Captain), KL Rahul (Vice-Captain), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rishabh Pant (WK), Sai Sudharsan, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Manav Suthar, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Gurnoor Brar, Devdutt Padikkal and Saransh Jain.
