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Hardik Pandya is the best all-rounder in the white-ball format in international cricket and is the engine that keeps the Indian team functioning smoothly. His absence from Tests has cost India two World Test Championships, but with him in the team, India are a dominant force in white-ball cricket.

Australia captain Pat Cummins may not play all five Tests in the upcoming Ashes series, as he is struggling with a reported back problem. There are chances that the star pacer may pick and choose games for the five-match series, which begins on November 21.

Cheteshwar Pujara, a stalwart of Indian Test cricket, announced his retirement from all formats of the game on Sunday. He represented India in 103 Tests, amassing 7,195 runs with a high score of 206. Renowned for his resilience and solid technique, Pujara played a crucial role in India's overseas Test victories.