How Saransh Jain's 'round the wicket' switch paved the way for India call-up
Saransh Jain earned his maiden Test call-up for India's tour of Sri Lanka after consistent domestic performances.
Coach Chandrakant Pandit championed Jain's inclusion, having backed him since 2020 and fought for his spot in MP's Ranji Trophy 2022 team.
A technical adjustment suggested by Pandit in 2022—bowling 'round the wicket'—significantly enhanced Jain's bowling effectiveness.
Jain impressed in the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy with 30 wickets in seven matches at 20.43, and on India A tour of Sri Lanka with six wickets and an unbeaten 70.
Across 54 first-class matches, Jain has scored 2,223 runs at 31.75 and taken 188 wickets at 27.30, establishing himself as a genuine all-rounder.
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