It is unclear at this time whether Rohit Sharma will be available to play in the upcoming India vs Sri Lanka T20 and ODI series. While the National Cricket Academy (NCA) cleared him to play in the Dhaka Test, the board's Medical Team ruled him out. According to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Sharma will be reassessed next week and a final decision on his availability for the ODI series will be made. Stay tuned for updates on this situation.
The Indian national team's squad for the upcoming series against Sri Lanka will be selected next week. It is currently unclear whether the new selection committee or the previous committee will be responsible for this task. At the time of writing, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) or their Cricket Committee had not yet begun interviewing candidates.
However, Rohit Sharma's inclusion in the squad will depend on his clearance by the BCCI's medical team. Keep an eye out for updates on the selection process and Rohit's availability.
Rohit Sharma sustained an injury to his thumb during the second ODI against Bangladesh. He subsequently consulted with a doctor in Mumbai and reported to the National Cricket Academy (NCA) for evaluation. However, the board's medical team determined that Rohit was not fully fit and ruled him out of the India-Bangladesh Test series. It is currently unclear when Rohit will be able to return to play.
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How did Rohit Sharma get injured?
Rohit Sharma sustained his injury during the second over of the second ODI against Bangladesh. He attempted to dive low and catch a ball in the slips, but was unable to hold onto it and had to be taken off the field. He later visited a hospital and his finger was heavily bandaged. It is not clear at this time the extent of Rohit's injury or how long he will be unable to play.
