The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Thursday confirmed that all-rounder&nbsp;Axar&nbsp;Patel is available for selection for the second Test against India, to be played from February 13.&nbsp;Axar&nbsp;has recovered completely after complaining of pain in his left knee, which ruled him out of the first Test.&nbsp;&nbsp;

As a result, spinners Shahbaz Nadeem and Rahul Chahar have been drafted back to the group of standby players. Nadeem was central to widespread criticism following a lacklustre show with the ball in the opening Test against England, where he managed to pick just four wickets while conceding more than 200 runs&nbsp;in both the innings.&nbsp;

The group of standby players include wicket-keeper KS Bharat, batsmen Abhimanyu Easwaran and Priyank Panchal, and spinners Shahbaz Nadeem and Rahul Chahar.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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<h2 lang="EN-GB" paraeid="{7b3a1ec1-46c7-448e-91d5-afcef05101c7}{196}" paraid="1408327764" xml:lang="EN-GB">BCCI statement on&nbsp;Axar&nbsp;Patel:&nbsp;</h2>

"Axar&nbsp;Patel has recovered completely and is now available for selection for the 2nd Paytm Test in Chennai against England to be played from Saturday, 13th&nbsp;February. The all-rounder had complained of pain in his left knee and was ruled out of the first Test.&nbsp;The All-India Senior Selection Committee have now withdrawn Shahbaz Nadeem and Rahul Chahar from the main squad and added the duo back to the group of standby players."&nbsp;

India Test squad:&nbsp;Virat Kohli (Captain), Rohit Sharma, Mayank Agarwal, Shubman Gill, Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane (Vice-Captain), KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Rishabh Pant (wicket-keeper), Wriddhiman Saha (wicket-keeper), R Ashwin, Kuldeep Yadav,&nbsp;Axar&nbsp;Patel, Washington Sundar, Ishant Sharma, Jasprit&nbsp;Bumrah, Md. Siraj, Shardul Thakur&nbsp;

Standby players:&nbsp;K S Bharat, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Shahbaz Nadeem, Rahul Chahar, Priyank Panchal&nbsp;

Net Bowlers:&nbsp;Ankit Rajpoot, Avesh Khan, Sandeep Warrier, Krishnappa Gowtham, Saurabh Kumar&nbsp;

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Thursday confirmed that all-rounder Axar Patel is available for selection for the second Test against India, to be played from February 13.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Thursday confirmed that all-rounder Axar Patel is available for selection for the second Test against India, to be played from February 13. Axar has recovered completely after complaining of pain in his left knee, which ruled him out of the first Test. As a result, spinners Shahbaz Nadeem and Rahul Chahar have been drafted back to the group of standby players. Nadeem was central to widespread criticism following a lacklustre show with the ball in the opening Test against England, where he managed to pick just four wickets while conceding more than 200 runs in both the innings. The group of standby players include wicket-keeper KS Bharat, batsmen Abhimanyu Easwaran and Priyank Panchal, and spinners Shahbaz Nadeem and Rahul Chahar. ALSO READ: Jofra Archer ruled out of second Test vs India due to elbow injury BCCI statement on Axar Patel: "Axar Patel has recovered completely and is now available for selection for the 2nd Paytm Test in Chennai against England to be played from Saturday, 13th February. The all-rounder had complained of pain in his left knee and was ruled out of the first Test. The All-India Senior Selection Committee have now withdrawn Shahbaz Nadeem and Rahul Chahar from the main squad and added the duo back to the group of standby players." India Test squad: Virat Kohli (Captain), Rohit Sharma, Mayank Agarwal, Shubman Gill, Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane (Vice-Captain), KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Rishabh Pant (wicket-keeper), Wriddhiman Saha (wicket-keeper), R Ashwin, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Ishant Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Md. Siraj, Shardul Thakur Standby players: K S Bharat, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Shahbaz Nadeem, Rahul Chahar, Priyank Panchal Net Bowlers: Ankit Rajpoot, Avesh Khan, Sandeep Warrier, Krishnappa Gowtham, Saurabh Kumar

Axar Patel fit for second Test vs England; Shahbaz Nadeem, Rahul Chahar drafted back to standby list

Left-arm spinner Shahbaz Nadeem is set to be dropped from the Indian playing XI for the second Test against England at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, scheduled to start from February 13. Nadeem was heavily criticised for his performance in the opening Test against England, which India lost by a massive 227-run margin.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Nadeem managed to pick just four wickets in the match while also failing to stop the run-flow from his end.&nbsp;While Nadeem's replacement in the playing XI will only be decided by Friday, according to PTI, all-rounder&nbsp;Axar&nbsp;Patel is set to replace&nbsp;him.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Axar&nbsp;missed the first Test against England due to a knee injury but is now match-fit. He has already started batting at the nets.&nbsp;

"Axar&nbsp;had a minor knee niggle and has already started batting at the nets. He is expected to start bowling during the next couple of days."&nbsp;

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"He was always first choice to play the opening Test but it will depend on skipper Virat Kohli, head coach Ravi Shastri and bowling coach Bharath Arun," a senior BCCI source told PTI on Wednesday.&nbsp;

Indian skipper Virat Kohli expressed his disappointment on Nadeem's performance during the post-match presentation where he said that Nadeem and Washington Sundar failed to maintain the pressure created by the likes of Jasprit&nbsp;Bumrah, Ishant Sharma and Ravichandran Ashwin.&nbsp;Sundar, who impressed with the bat, is set to keep his place in the playing XI.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, the new&nbsp;Chepauk&nbsp;strip could offer turn from Day 1 itself with pressure mounting on rookie curator V Ramesh Kumar and BCCI head of pitches and grounds committee head Taposh Chatterjee after one of the flattest decks that was on offer during the first Test.&nbsp;

The second Test between India and England is set to commence from February 13.&nbsp;

Left-arm spinner Shahbaz Nadeem is set to be dropped from the Indian playing XI for the second Test against England at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, scheduled to start from February 13.

Left-arm spinner Shahbaz Nadeem is set to be dropped from the Indian playing XI for the second Test against England at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, scheduled to start from February 13. Nadeem was heavily criticised for his performance in the opening Test against England, which India lost by a massive 227-run margin. Nadeem managed to pick just four wickets in the match while also failing to stop the run-flow from his end. While Nadeem's replacement in the playing XI will only be decided by Friday, according to PTI, all-rounder Axar Patel is set to replace him. Axar missed the first Test against England due to a knee injury but is now match-fit. He has already started batting at the nets. "Axar had a minor knee niggle and has already started batting at the nets. He is expected to start bowling during the next couple of days." ALSO READ: WATCH- 'Worst song ever': Shoaib Akhtar hilariously trolls PSL 2021 anthem "He was always first choice to play the opening Test but it will depend on skipper Virat Kohli, head coach Ravi Shastri and bowling coach Bharath Arun," a senior BCCI source told PTI on Wednesday. Indian skipper Virat Kohli expressed his disappointment on Nadeem's performance during the post-match presentation where he said that Nadeem and Washington Sundar failed to maintain the pressure created by the likes of Jasprit Bumrah, Ishant Sharma and Ravichandran Ashwin. Sundar, who impressed with the bat, is set to keep his place in the playing XI. ALSO READ: ICC Test Rankings: India skipper Virat Kohli slips to fifth spot as Joe Root enters top 3 Meanwhile, the new Chepauk strip could offer turn from Day 1 itself with pressure mounting on rookie curator V Ramesh Kumar and BCCI head of pitches and grounds committee head Taposh Chatterjee after one of the flattest decks that was on offer during the first Test. The second Test between India and England is set to commence from February 13.

IND vs ENG 2nd Test: Shahbaz Nadeem set to be dropped as Axar Patel returns in nets

Indian all-rounder Axar Patel has been ruled out of the first Test against England in Chennai due to knee injury, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed on Friday.&nbsp;

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On Thursday, Axar Patel complained of pain in his left knee during a training session. BCCI released a statement on the 27-year-old's injury.&nbsp;

"He is being monitored by the BCCI medical team and while his detailed reports are awaited, he will not be available for selection for the opening match," the board said in a statement.

Shahbaz Nadeem and Rahul Chahar have been added to the squad before the first Test match kicked off on Friday at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.&nbsp;

Shahbaz Nadeem replaced the Gujrat-based player in the first Test.&nbsp;

England won the toss and chose to bat. Opening pair of Rory Burns and Dom Sibley have given the visitors a good start with a 50-run stand.

Indian all-rounder Axar Patel has been ruled out of the first Test against England in Chennai due to knee injury, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed on Friday.

Indian all-rounder Axar Patel has been ruled out of the first Test against England in Chennai due to knee injury, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed on Friday. ALSO READ: Will Marnus Labuschagne play in IPL 2021? The Aussie responds On Thursday, Axar Patel complained of pain in his left knee during a training session. BCCI released a statement on the 27-year-old's injury. "He is being monitored by the BCCI medical team and while his detailed reports are awaited, he will not be available for selection for the opening match," the board said in a statement. Shahbaz Nadeem and Rahul Chahar have been added to the squad before the first Test match kicked off on Friday at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Shahbaz Nadeem replaced the Gujrat-based player in the first Test. England won the toss and chose to bat. Opening pair of Rory Burns and Dom Sibley have given the visitors a good start with a 50-run stand.

Axar Patel ruled out of first Test due to knee injury: BCCI

All-rounder Axar Patel has had a very good IPL season for the Delhi Capitals. Axar's strike-rate (142) has been third-best among batsmen who have played more than 10 games for Delhi Capitals in this tournament.&nbsp;

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The all-rounder's bowling record has been good this season. Patel has scalped eight wickets at an economy rate of 6.46. The rate has been the best in the Delhi Capitals side and third-best among bowlers in IPL 2020 behind Rashid Khan and Washington Sundar.

In an exclusive interview with DNA, Axar Patel talked about his form and how he has improved as a player.&nbsp;

"I don't believe I have made any major changes with my bowling in specific. However, I have learned a lot in this period from last season to this season. I think I have learned to back my strengths as much as possible. A couple of years back, I used to try a lot of things with my bowling and would always want to go overboard with variations and my pace, but now I'm more focused on sticking to the basics, rather than bringing variations which are out of my merits," Axar Patel said.

His average has been poor, but that is mostly because he comes to bat at no. 7. But has helped DC win a crucial match against CSK with the bat. He smashed three sixes in the final over of Ravindra Jadeja. Even in the first Qualifiers, Axar and Stoinis were the only notable contributors with the bat after the Capitals lost first three batsmen for a duck.

"I'm an all-rounder who comes to bat lower down the order but I don't think I've ever neglected my batting. I have always been a team player who is ready to take on any role which my team wants me to play, both with the bat and the bowl. Whenever I get the chance to bat, I try to do the best for my team. I have always enjoyed batting and if you see, I've been able to play some crucial knocks over the years both domestically and internationally and I just intend to keep doing that. I want to always keep improving in all aspects of my game, and batting is certainly something I focus on. You could see that when we faced Mumbai the other day in Qualifier 1 - Stoin (Marcus Stoinis) and I were striking the ball well, but unfortunately we couldn't be successful," Axar Patel said.

Delhi Capitals is set to face Sunrisers Hyderabad in Qualifier 2.&nbsp;

All-rounder Axar Patel has had a very good IPL season for the Delhi Capitals. Axar's strike-rate (142) has been third-best among batsmen who have played more than 10 games for Delhi Capitals in this tournament.

All-rounder Axar Patel has had a very good IPL season for the Delhi Capitals. Axar's strike-rate (142) has been third-best among batsmen who have played more than 10 games for Delhi Capitals in this tournament. Also read: From string of injuries to lethal pace: Nortje talks about IPL 2020 with DC The all-rounder's bowling record has been good this season. Patel has scalped eight wickets at an economy rate of 6.46. The rate has been the best in the Delhi Capitals side and third-best among bowlers in IPL 2020 behind Rashid Khan and Washington Sundar. In an exclusive interview with DNA, Axar Patel talked about his form and how he has improved as a player. "I don't believe I have made any major changes with my bowling in specific. However, I have learned a lot in this period from last season to this season. I think I have learned to back my strengths as much as possible. A couple of years back, I used to try a lot of things with my bowling and would always want to go overboard with variations and my pace, but now I'm more focused on sticking to the basics, rather than bringing variations which are out of my merits," Axar Patel said. His average has been poor, but that is mostly because he comes to bat at no. 7. But has helped DC win a crucial match against CSK with the bat. He smashed three sixes in the final over of Ravindra Jadeja. Even in the first Qualifiers, Axar and Stoinis were the only notable contributors with the bat after the Capitals lost first three batsmen for a duck. "I'm an all-rounder who comes to bat lower down the order but I don't think I've ever neglected my batting. I have always been a team player who is ready to take on any role which my team wants me to play, both with the bat and the bowl. Whenever I get the chance to bat, I try to do the best for my team. I have always enjoyed batting and if you see, I've been able to play some crucial knocks over the years both domestically and internationally and I just intend to keep doing that. I want to always keep improving in all aspects of my game, and batting is certainly something I focus on. You could see that when we faced Mumbai the other day in Qualifier 1 - Stoin (Marcus Stoinis) and I were striking the ball well, but unfortunately we couldn't be successful," Axar Patel said. Delhi Capitals is set to face Sunrisers Hyderabad in Qualifier 2.

'I have learned a lot': Axar Patel on playing crucial role for Delhi Capitals this season

Ahead of the much-awaited <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/ipl">Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020</a>, many experts and pundits have named Delhi Capitals (DC) as one of the favourites to win the tournament or at least qualify for the playoffs. Commenting on DC’s chances in IPL 2020, all-rounder Axar Patel has said with top quality new recruitments, the franchise has ticked all the boxes and are well capable of going all the way in the tournament, set to commence on September 19 in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).&nbsp;

Delhi Capitals have added the likes of Ajinkya Rahane, Ravichandran Ashwin, Marcus Stoinis, Alex Carey among others to their ranks and are looking pretty solid on paper. However, they would need to better their performances from last year in a bid to end the trophy drought.&nbsp;

"With the new changes, I think the squad looks good. With fast bowlers, spinners and all-rounders, we have covered all the bases and I think we can become champions this time. Everyone looks positive in the nets and we all are in good shape,” Axar Patel said on Tuesday.

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The 26-year-old further lamented the lack of crowds during the IPL as he said players will feel empty without the supporters in the stands.

"Obviously, with no crowd, we'll feel empty. Then, the saliva ban is going to make a big difference for the bowlers. During initial practice sessions, I was being conscious of not using saliva or sweat on the ball. So, these are the challenges which we will have to be wary of," he said.

"Nevertheless, the positive thing is that at least we will have action-packed cricket after a long time, which is a good thing for not only us, but also for India. Everyone will enjoy the game with a different frame of mind which will be really exciting," he said.

According to BCCI’s SOP, players and support staff will be tested every five days during the course of the tournament.&nbsp;

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"We are feeling a little bad that we can't enjoy the matches with our friends. After every two days, tests are being conducted. We can't go out anywhere and we can't sit for more than 15 minutes in anyone's room, so these things are challenging, but slowly we are getting used to it," he added.

Speaking on how he is preparing for the first match against Kings XI Punjab on Sunday, Axar said, "First of all, it feels really good to be back playing on the ground after being off from cricket for a long time due to lockdown," he said.

"Since we are in the tournament week, it feels really good and the boys are in a positive frame. I feel I am practicing with a positive mindset. I have ticked all the boxes in bowling, batting and fielding, so I think I have prepared well enough," he concluded.

Ahead of the much-awaited Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020, many experts and pundits have named Delhi Capitals (DC) as one of the favourites to win the tournament or at least qualify for the playoffs.

Ahead of the much-awaited Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020, many experts and pundits have named Delhi Capitals (DC) as one of the favourites to win the tournament or at least qualify for the playoffs. Commenting on DC’s chances in IPL 2020, all-rounder Axar Patel has said with top quality new recruitments, the franchise has ticked all the boxes and are well capable of going all the way in the tournament, set to commence on September 19 in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Delhi Capitals have added the likes of Ajinkya Rahane, Ravichandran Ashwin, Marcus Stoinis, Alex Carey among others to their ranks and are looking pretty solid on paper. However, they would need to better their performances from last year in a bid to end the trophy drought. "With the new changes, I think the squad looks good. With fast bowlers, spinners and all-rounders, we have covered all the bases and I think we can become champions this time. Everyone looks positive in the nets and we all are in good shape,” Axar Patel said on Tuesday. ALSO READ: IPL 2020: Who are the favourites in MI vs CSK opener? Gautam Gambhir opines The 26-year-old further lamented the lack of crowds during the IPL as he said players will feel empty without the supporters in the stands. "Obviously, with no crowd, we'll feel empty. Then, the saliva ban is going to make a big difference for the bowlers. During initial practice sessions, I was being conscious of not using saliva or sweat on the ball. So, these are the challenges which we will have to be wary of," he said. "Nevertheless, the positive thing is that at least we will have action-packed cricket after a long time, which is a good thing for not only us, but also for India. Everyone will enjoy the game with a different frame of mind which will be really exciting," he said. According to BCCI’s SOP, players and support staff will be tested every five days during the course of the tournament. IN PICS | IPL 2020: Top 5 all-rounders to watchout for! "We are feeling a little bad that we can't enjoy the matches with our friends. After every two days, tests are being conducted. We can't go out anywhere and we can't sit for more than 15 minutes in anyone's room, so these things are challenging, but slowly we are getting used to it," he added. Speaking on how he is preparing for the first match against Kings XI Punjab on Sunday, Axar said, "First of all, it feels really good to be back playing on the ground after being off from cricket for a long time due to lockdown," he said. "Since we are in the tournament week, it feels really good and the boys are in a positive frame. I feel I am practicing with a positive mindset. I have ticked all the boxes in bowling, batting and fielding, so I think I have prepared well enough," he concluded.

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After buying several run making machines, Kings XI Punjab have shifted their focus on naming the Captain for the 2018 IPL season

Seemed confused among the group of talented individuals, Punjab decided to take opinion from their fans before settling on their new captain.

The franchise posted a picture of Yuvraj, Axar, Gayle, Ashwin and Finch, asking its fans on who should lead the side in the 2018 season.&nbsp;

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The results were surprising, as the majority want Yuvraj Singh to be handed over the captaincy role, considering the fact that he successfully led them to semi-finals of the first-ever IPL season.

The team which failed to lift the trophy in previous ten editions revamped its entire side, apart from replacing the only Indian spinner Axar Patel from the 2017 squad.

The formidable group of experienced players include Yuvraj Singh, R Ashwin, KL Rahul, Aaron Finch, Chris Gayle and David Miller.

The franchise decided to take opinion from their fans before settling on their new captain

After buying several run making machines, Kings XI Punjab have shifted their focus on naming the Captain for the 2018 IPL season Seemed confused among the group of talented individuals, Punjab decided to take opinion from their fans before settling on their new captain. The franchise posted a picture of Yuvraj, Axar, Gayle, Ashwin and Finch, asking its fans on who should lead the side in the 2018 season. The North is a region with options galore to choose the supreme ruler from! Have an inkling on who it will be? Tweet to us and tell us what you think! #LivePunjabiPlayPunjabi https://t.co/Jg3JhaNbzI — Kings XI Punjab (@lionsdenkxip) February 1, 2018 × The results were surprising, as the majority want Yuvraj Singh to be handed over the captaincy role, considering the fact that he successfully led them to semi-finals of the first-ever IPL season. The team which failed to lift the trophy in previous ten editions revamped its entire side, apart from replacing the only Indian spinner Axar Patel from the 2017 squad. The formidable group of experienced players include Yuvraj Singh, R Ashwin, KL Rahul, Aaron Finch, Chris Gayle and David Miller.

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The selection committee of Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has yet again ignored star spinners Ravindra Jadeja and R Ashwin, while announcing India&#39;s ODI squad for South Africa.&nbsp;

The selectors decided to persist with the young wrist-spinning duo of Kuldeep Yadav and Yuzvendra Chahal along with left-arm orthodox Axar Patel.

The two last featured in the limited-overs team during India&rsquo;s tour of the West Indies, soon after the June ICC Champions Trophy.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, left paceman Umesh Yadav also did not find any place in the squad and is replaced by Mohammed Shami. &nbsp;

Shami last played an ODI against Australia in September 2017.

Meanwhile, KL Rahul, whose performance cannot be doubted if considered the ongoing T20I series against Sri Lanka, was also left out.&nbsp;

Middle-order batsman Kedar Jadhav and speedster Shardul Thakur have made a comeback into the Indian team.&nbsp;

Skipper Virat Kohli, who rested for the ODI and T20I series against Sri Lanka, will lead the side.

Ahead of the ODIs, India will start their tour with the three-Test series against the Proteas, starting January 5 in Capetown while the second (January 13-17) and third (January 24-28) Tests will be played in Centurion and Johannesburg, respectively.

The ODI series starts from February 1 in Durban, four days after the conclusion of the third Test. The second ODI will be played in Centurion on February 4, the third in Cape Town on February 7, while the fourth and fifth ODIs will be held on February 10 and 13 in Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth respectively.

The final ODI will be played in Centurion on February 16, followed by a three-match T20I series concluding on February 24.

The two last featured in the limited-overs team during India?s tour of West Indies

The selection committee of Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has yet again ignored star spinners Ravindra Jadeja and R Ashwin, while announcing India's ODI squad for South Africa. The selectors decided to persist with the young wrist-spinning duo of Kuldeep Yadav and Yuzvendra Chahal along with left-arm orthodox Axar Patel. The two last featured in the limited-overs team during India’s tour of the West Indies, soon after the June ICC Champions Trophy. Meanwhile, left paceman Umesh Yadav also did not find any place in the squad and is replaced by Mohammed Shami. Shami last played an ODI against Australia in September 2017. Meanwhile, KL Rahul, whose performance cannot be doubted if considered the ongoing T20I series against Sri Lanka, was also left out. Middle-order batsman Kedar Jadhav and speedster Shardul Thakur have made a comeback into the Indian team. Skipper Virat Kohli, who rested for the ODI and T20I series against Sri Lanka, will lead the side. Ahead of the ODIs, India will start their tour with the three-Test series against the Proteas, starting January 5 in Capetown while the second (January 13-17) and third (January 24-28) Tests will be played in Centurion and Johannesburg, respectively. The ODI series starts from February 1 in Durban, four days after the conclusion of the third Test. The second ODI will be played in Centurion on February 4, the third in Cape Town on February 7, while the fourth and fifth ODIs will be held on February 10 and 13 in Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth respectively. The final ODI will be played in Centurion on February 16, followed by a three-match T20I series concluding on February 24.

Jadeja, Ashwin not included in India's ODI squad for South Africa

Australia made 242 for 9 in 50 overs at Nagpur in the fifth and last ODI, setting India a target of 243.&nbsp;

David Warner was the highest scorer with 53.&nbsp;

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The Australians struggled against the Indian spin attack.&nbsp;

Axar Patel was the standout bowler; he bagged three wickets for 38 runs at an economy rate of 3.80.&nbsp;

Bumrah bagged two for 51 runs in his 10 overs, while Kumar, Pandya, and Jadhav got one each.&nbsp;

The series of course is done and dusted, India having won the first three ODIs.&nbsp;

Australia won the fourth.&nbsp; 
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Axar Patel was the standout Indian bowler; he bagged three wickets for 38 runs at an economy rate of 3.80

Australia made 242 for 9 in 50 overs at Nagpur in the fifth and last ODI, setting India a target of 243. David Warner was the highest scorer with 53. #INDvAUS: Australia set a target of 243 runs for India in the fifth ODI at Nagpur pic.twitter.com/T2SUcZEE0Y — ANI (@ANI) October 1, 2017 × The Australians struggled against the Indian spin attack. Axar Patel was the standout bowler; he bagged three wickets for 38 runs at an economy rate of 3.80. Bumrah bagged two for 51 runs in his 10 overs, while Kumar, Pandya, and Jadhav got one each. The series of course is done and dusted, India having won the first three ODIs. Australia won the fourth.

5th ODI: Australia make 242 for 9 in 50 overs

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