Team India has managed to reach the final of the inaugural edition of the World Test Championship. Led by an inspirational skipper in the form of Virat Kohli, they have been quite sensational. They have defeated the West Indies, England, and Australia as well. Now, captain Kohli is just one step away from lifting the trophy.

As the selectors named the squad for the final, there were several noticeable exclusions. Adding on, Team India will play a long Test series against England later on. With such a hectic schedule, there was a huge task for the BCCI to set up a series against Sri Lanka. But, it looks like they have managed to assemble a second team for the Lankan tour.

There was no doubt that the premier players, who missed out on the English tour, will be included in the squad. But the BCCI is well known for throwing surprises. This time too, they have named several stars who have managed to impress during the first half of the 2021 Indian Premier League (IPL).

In the article, let&#8217;s look at the 5 unexpected call-ups in the India squad for the Sri Lanka tour:

1. Chetan Sakariya

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-509434" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Chetan-Sakariya-2.jpg" alt="Chetan Sakariya" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-509434" class="wp-caption-text">Chetan Sakariya. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption>

It has been a bittersweet year for the youngster from Bhavnagar. Chetan Sakariya had to suffer the loss of his brother and father. After grabbing an IPL contract with the Rajasthan Royals (RR), he had revealed that he could pay for the treatment of his father. But destiny had some other plan for the fast bowler.

During his IPL debut, he impressed everyone with his bowling skills. From his four overs, the Punjab batsmen were able to score only 31 runs. He took three crucial wickets in his debut match, which included the likes of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/crictracker/posts/4457438780953475" target="_blank" rel="noopener">KL Rahul</a> and Mayank Agarwal. He was able to bowl those crucial slower ones as well.

In seven games he played during the first half of the tournament, Sakariya picked seven wickets. He had a decent bowling average of 31.71 in the IPL. Well, if he could soak up the pressure of the IPL, he can succeed in Sri Lanka. Under the leadership of Dhawan and Kumar, he will get the chance to grow as well.

2. Devdutt Padikkal

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-508735" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Devdutt-Padikkal-1.jpg" alt="Devdutt Padikkal" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-508735" class="wp-caption-text">Devdutt Padikkal. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption>

<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/devdutt-padikkal-is-the-guy-for-the-future-no-two-ways-about-it-former-chief-selector-msk-prasad/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Devdutt Padikkal</a> has been taking giant strides since his IPL debut. In 21 games, he has scored 668 runs for RCB. Under Kohli’s leadership, he has been phenomenal. Last year, he was able to give solid starts to RCB as they finished fourth during the season.

And because of his terrific form during the first half of the tournament, Padikkal has been rewarded with a national call-up. It is almost certain that either he or Gaikwad will open the batting for Team India. It will be interesting to see if the management opts for a left-left batting combination or a left-right batting combination for the opening slot.

Padikkal had scored a beautiful century against the Royals. In his knock of 101, he was supported by his captain and they managed to make a competitive score look like an easy one. Devdutt is a future star for the team and this is a great opportunity for him. If he succeeds, he could make it to the national squad regularly.

3. Ruturaj Gaikwad

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-413288" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Ruturaj-Gaikwad.jpg" alt="Ruturaj Gaikwad" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-413288" class="wp-caption-text">Ruturaj Gaikwad. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption>

If a 22-year-old can fill up the opening slot which was left by Shane Watson, then he has incredible abilities. <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ms-dhoni-takes-suggestions-from-faf-du-plessis-in-ipl-their-discussion-goes-on-for-hours-ruturaj-gaikwad/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ruturaj Gaikwad</a>, the new sensation from the Chennai Super Kings&#8217; (CSK) camp has made it to the national squad. He has been a consistent performer for his state team and his franchise team.

Last year, he scored 204 runs at an average of 51. He had all the time in the world to play his natural game. This was mainly because he played according to the situation. In 2020, he had the highest score of 72 in six games. Apart from that, he managed to score three half-centuries.

This year too, in seven games, Gaikwad has managed to score 2 half-centuries. In those outings, he has scored 196 runs. Although he had a poor start to the campaign he gained his touch later on. If the management opts for a left-right combination, then Gaikwad could open with Dhawan.

4. Krishnappa Gowtham

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-243271" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Krishnappa-Gowtham-1.jpg" alt="Krishnappa Gowtham" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-243271" class="wp-caption-text">Krishnappa Gowtham of RR. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption>

The 32-year-old spin-bowling all-rounder has finally managed to get a national call-up. Well, this is a huge surprise as he has been warming the benches for CSK. He has been picked up by many franchises for a high price, so high that this year, CSK paid him INR nine crores. Well, it looks like he is a special talent and the India selectors have given him a proper chance by picking him up for this tour.

He can bowl tight lines and offers almost nothing to work for the batsmen. This makes him a difficult bowler to face. Adding on, he is a decent striker of the ball. Therefore, he is a valuable lower-order batter. With <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/both-ravi-ashwin-and-ravindra-jadeja-should-play-in-the-world-test-championship-final-msk-prasad/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ravindra Jadeja</a> playing the Test matches, Gowtham can impress the selectors to become the backup for Jadeja in the future.

Gowtham has played 24 games so far. Till now, he has picked 13 wickets at an economy rate of 8.26. With the bat, he has scored 186 runs with a strike rate of 169.09. Hence, Dhawan could use Gowtham to accelerate the innings during death overs.

5. Nitish Rana

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-504430" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Nitish-Rana-1.jpg" alt="Nitish Rana" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-504430" class="wp-caption-text">Nitish Rana. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption>

After he was released by MI, just before the 2018 mega auction, the Kolkata Knight Riders picked <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/nitish-rana-optimistic-about-making-a-mark-in-sri-lanka-tour-if-selected/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Nitish Rana</a>. Since then, he has played some wonderful knocks for KKR. Currently, he is one of the premier batsmen in their squad. Well, because of his talents with the bat, he has earned a national call-up for India&#8217;s tour of Sri Lanka.

Nitish Rana could fit in at the number three or four position. Rana, along with the likes of Suryakumar Yadav, can demolish the Lankan bowling attack on his day. His IPL performances have been impressive so far. From 67 games in the T20 league, Rana has scored 1638 runs.

Rana can play according to the conditions. Apart from that, he has a healthy strike rate of 133.82 in the IPL. Adding on, he can bowl some useful part-time off-spin as well. In the IPL, Rana has picked seven wickets. He has an economy rate of 8,27 as well.

Team India has managed to reach the final of the inaugural edition of the World Test Championship. Led by an inspirational skipper in the form of Virat Kohli, they have been quite sensational. They have defeated the West Indies, England, and Australia as well. Now, captain Kohli is just one step away from lifting the trophy.&nbsp;
As the selectors named the squad for the final, there were several noticeable exclusions. Adding on, Team India will play a long Test series against England later on. With such a hectic schedule, there was a huge task for the BCCI to set up a series against Sri Lanka. But, it looks like they have managed to assemble a second team for the Lankan tour.&nbsp;
There was no doubt that the premier players, who missed out on the English tour, will be included in the squad. But the BCCI is well known for throwing surprises. This time too, they have named several stars who have managed to impress during the first half of the 2021 Indian Premier League (IPL). 
<h3>In the article, let’s look at the 5 unexpected call-ups in the India squad for the Sri Lanka tour:</h3>
<h3>1. Chetan Sakariya</h3>
<figure id="attachment_509434" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-509434" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-509434" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Chetan-Sakariya-2.jpg" alt="Chetan Sakariya" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-509434" class="wp-caption-text">Chetan Sakariya. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption></figure>
It has been a bittersweet year for the youngster from Bhavnagar. Chetan Sakariya had to suffer the loss of his brother and father. After grabbing an IPL contract with the Rajasthan Royals (RR), he had revealed that he could pay for the treatment of his father. But destiny had some other plan for the fast bowler.&nbsp;
During his IPL debut, he impressed everyone with his bowling skills. From his four overs, the Punjab batsmen were able to score only 31 runs. He took three crucial wickets in his debut match, which included the likes of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/crictracker/posts/4457438780953475" target="_blank" rel="noopener">KL Rahul</a> and Mayank Agarwal. He was able to bowl those crucial slower ones as well.&nbsp;
In seven games he played during the first half of the tournament, Sakariya picked seven wickets. He had a decent bowling average of 31.71 in the IPL. Well, if he could soak up the pressure of the IPL, he can succeed in Sri Lanka. Under the leadership of Dhawan and Kumar, he will get the chance to grow as well.&nbsp;

<h3>2. Devdutt Padikkal</h3>
<figure id="attachment_508735" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-508735" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-508735" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Devdutt-Padikkal-1.jpg" alt="Devdutt Padikkal" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-508735" class="wp-caption-text">Devdutt Padikkal. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption></figure>
<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/devdutt-padikkal-is-the-guy-for-the-future-no-two-ways-about-it-former-chief-selector-msk-prasad/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Devdutt Padikkal</a> has been taking giant strides since his IPL debut. In 21 games, he has scored 668 runs for RCB. Under Kohli’s leadership, he has been phenomenal. Last year, he was able to give solid starts to RCB as they finished fourth during the season.&nbsp;
And because of his terrific form during the first half of the tournament, Padikkal has been rewarded with a national call-up. It is almost certain that either he or Gaikwad will open the batting for Team India. It will be interesting to see if the management opts for a left-left batting combination or a left-right batting combination for the opening slot.&nbsp;
Padikkal had scored a beautiful century against the Royals. In his knock of 101, he was supported by his captain and they managed to make a competitive score look like an easy one. Devdutt is a future star for the team and this is a great opportunity for him. If he succeeds, he could make it to the national squad regularly.&nbsp;

<h3>3. Ruturaj Gaikwad</h3>
<figure id="attachment_413288" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-413288" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-413288" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Ruturaj-Gaikwad.jpg" alt="Ruturaj Gaikwad" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-413288" class="wp-caption-text">Ruturaj Gaikwad. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
If a 22-year-old can fill up the opening slot which was left by Shane Watson, then he has incredible abilities. <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ms-dhoni-takes-suggestions-from-faf-du-plessis-in-ipl-their-discussion-goes-on-for-hours-ruturaj-gaikwad/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ruturaj Gaikwad</a>, the new sensation from the Chennai Super Kings’ (CSK) camp has made it to the national squad. He has been a consistent performer for his state team and his franchise team.&nbsp;
Last year, he scored 204 runs at an average of 51. He had all the time in the world to play his natural game. This was mainly because he played according to the situation. In 2020, he had the highest score of 72 in six games. Apart from that, he managed to score three half-centuries.&nbsp;
This year too, in seven games, Gaikwad has managed to score 2 half-centuries. In those outings, he has scored 196 runs. Although he had a poor start to the campaign he gained his touch later on. If the management opts for a left-right combination, then Gaikwad could open with Dhawan.&nbsp;

<h3>4. Krishnappa Gowtham</h3>
<figure id="attachment_243271" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-243271" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-243271" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Krishnappa-Gowtham-1.jpg" alt="Krishnappa Gowtham" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-243271" class="wp-caption-text">Krishnappa Gowtham of RR. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
The 32-year-old spin-bowling all-rounder has finally managed to get a national call-up. Well, this is a huge surprise as he has been warming the benches for CSK. He has been picked up by many franchises for a high price, so high that this year, CSK paid him INR nine crores. Well, it looks like he is a special talent and the India selectors have given him a proper chance by picking him up for this tour.&nbsp;
He can bowl tight lines and offers almost nothing to work for the batsmen. This makes him a difficult bowler to face. Adding on, he is a decent striker of the ball. Therefore, he is a valuable lower-order batter. With <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/both-ravi-ashwin-and-ravindra-jadeja-should-play-in-the-world-test-championship-final-msk-prasad/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ravindra Jadeja</a> playing the Test matches, Gowtham can impress the selectors to become the backup for Jadeja in the future.&nbsp;
Gowtham has played 24 games so far. Till now, he has picked 13 wickets at an economy rate of 8.26. With the bat, he has scored 186 runs with a strike rate of 169.09. Hence, Dhawan could use Gowtham to accelerate the innings during death overs.&nbsp;

<h3>5. Nitish Rana</h3>
<figure id="attachment_504430" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-504430" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-504430" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Nitish-Rana-1.jpg" alt="Nitish Rana" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-504430" class="wp-caption-text">Nitish Rana. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption></figure>
After he was released by MI, just before the 2018 mega auction, the Kolkata Knight Riders picked <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/nitish-rana-optimistic-about-making-a-mark-in-sri-lanka-tour-if-selected/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Nitish Rana</a>. Since then, he has played some wonderful knocks for KKR. Currently, he is one of the premier batsmen in their squad. Well, because of his talents with the bat, he has earned a national call-up for India’s tour of Sri Lanka.
Nitish Rana could fit in at the number three or four position. Rana, along with the likes of Suryakumar Yadav, can demolish the Lankan bowling attack on his day. His IPL performances have been impressive so far. From 67 games in the T20 league, Rana has scored 1638 runs.&nbsp;
Rana can play according to the conditions. Apart from that, he has a healthy strike rate of 133.82 in the IPL. Adding on, he can bowl some useful part-time off-spin as well. In the IPL, Rana has picked seven wickets. He has an economy rate of 8,27 as well.&nbsp;

Team India has managed to reach the final of the inaugural edition of the World Test Championship. Led by an inspirational skipper in the form of Virat Kohli, they have been quite sensational. They have defeated the West Indies, England, and Australia as well. Now, captain Kohli is just one step away from lifting the trophy. 
As the selectors named the squad for the final, there were several noticeable exclusions. Adding on, Team India will play a long Test series against England later on. With such a hectic schedule, there was a huge task for the BCCI to set up a series against Sri Lanka. But, it looks like they have managed to assemble a second team for the Lankan tour. 
There was no doubt that the premier players, who missed out on the English tour, will be included in the squad. But the BCCI is well known for throwing surprises. This time too, they have named several stars who have managed to impress during the first half of the 2021 Indian Premier League (IPL). 
<h3>In the article, let&#8217;s look at the 5 unexpected call-ups in the India squad for the Sri Lanka tour:</h3>
<h3>1. Chetan Sakariya</h3>
<figure id="attachment_509434" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-509434" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-509434" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Chetan-Sakariya-2.jpg" alt="Chetan Sakariya" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-509434" class="wp-caption-text">Chetan Sakariya. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption></figure>
It has been a bittersweet year for the youngster from Bhavnagar. Chetan Sakariya had to suffer the loss of his brother and father. After grabbing an IPL contract with the Rajasthan Royals (RR), he had revealed that he could pay for the treatment of his father. But destiny had some other plan for the fast bowler. 
During his IPL debut, he impressed everyone with his bowling skills. From his four overs, the Punjab batsmen were able to score only 31 runs. He took three crucial wickets in his debut match, which included the likes of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/crictracker/posts/4457438780953475" target="_blank" rel="noopener">KL Rahul</a> and Mayank Agarwal. He was able to bowl those crucial slower ones as well. 
In seven games he played during the first half of the tournament, Sakariya picked seven wickets. He had a decent bowling average of 31.71 in the IPL. Well, if he could soak up the pressure of the IPL, he can succeed in Sri Lanka. Under the leadership of Dhawan and Kumar, he will get the chance to grow as well. 

<h3>2. Devdutt Padikkal</h3>
<figure id="attachment_508735" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-508735" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-508735" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Devdutt-Padikkal-1.jpg" alt="Devdutt Padikkal" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-508735" class="wp-caption-text">Devdutt Padikkal. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption></figure>
<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/devdutt-padikkal-is-the-guy-for-the-future-no-two-ways-about-it-former-chief-selector-msk-prasad/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Devdutt Padikkal</a> has been taking giant strides since his IPL debut. In 21 games, he has scored 668 runs for RCB. Under Kohli’s leadership, he has been phenomenal. Last year, he was able to give solid starts to RCB as they finished fourth during the season. 
And because of his terrific form during the first half of the tournament, Padikkal has been rewarded with a national call-up. It is almost certain that either he or Gaikwad will open the batting for Team India. It will be interesting to see if the management opts for a left-left batting combination or a left-right batting combination for the opening slot. 
Padikkal had scored a beautiful century against the Royals. In his knock of 101, he was supported by his captain and they managed to make a competitive score look like an easy one. Devdutt is a future star for the team and this is a great opportunity for him. If he succeeds, he could make it to the national squad regularly. 

<h3>3. Ruturaj Gaikwad</h3>
<figure id="attachment_413288" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-413288" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-413288" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Ruturaj-Gaikwad.jpg" alt="Ruturaj Gaikwad" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-413288" class="wp-caption-text">Ruturaj Gaikwad. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
If a 22-year-old can fill up the opening slot which was left by Shane Watson, then he has incredible abilities. <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ms-dhoni-takes-suggestions-from-faf-du-plessis-in-ipl-their-discussion-goes-on-for-hours-ruturaj-gaikwad/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ruturaj Gaikwad</a>, the new sensation from the Chennai Super Kings&#8217; (CSK) camp has made it to the national squad. He has been a consistent performer for his state team and his franchise team. 
Last year, he scored 204 runs at an average of 51. He had all the time in the world to play his natural game. This was mainly because he played according to the situation. In 2020, he had the highest score of 72 in six games. Apart from that, he managed to score three half-centuries. 
This year too, in seven games, Gaikwad has managed to score 2 half-centuries. In those outings, he has scored 196 runs. Although he had a poor start to the campaign he gained his touch later on. If the management opts for a left-right combination, then Gaikwad could open with Dhawan. 

<h3>4. Krishnappa Gowtham</h3>
<figure id="attachment_243271" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-243271" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-243271" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Krishnappa-Gowtham-1.jpg" alt="Krishnappa Gowtham" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-243271" class="wp-caption-text">Krishnappa Gowtham of RR. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
The 32-year-old spin-bowling all-rounder has finally managed to get a national call-up. Well, this is a huge surprise as he has been warming the benches for CSK. He has been picked up by many franchises for a high price, so high that this year, CSK paid him INR nine crores. Well, it looks like he is a special talent and the India selectors have given him a proper chance by picking him up for this tour. 
He can bowl tight lines and offers almost nothing to work for the batsmen. This makes him a difficult bowler to face. Adding on, he is a decent striker of the ball. Therefore, he is a valuable lower-order batter. With <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/both-ravi-ashwin-and-ravindra-jadeja-should-play-in-the-world-test-championship-final-msk-prasad/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ravindra Jadeja</a> playing the Test matches, Gowtham can impress the selectors to become the backup for Jadeja in the future. 
Gowtham has played 24 games so far. Till now, he has picked 13 wickets at an economy rate of 8.26. With the bat, he has scored 186 runs with a strike rate of 169.09. Hence, Dhawan could use Gowtham to accelerate the innings during death overs. 

<h3>5. Nitish Rana</h3>
<figure id="attachment_504430" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-504430" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-504430" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Nitish-Rana-1.jpg" alt="Nitish Rana" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-504430" class="wp-caption-text">Nitish Rana. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption></figure>
After he was released by MI, just before the 2018 mega auction, the Kolkata Knight Riders picked <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/nitish-rana-optimistic-about-making-a-mark-in-sri-lanka-tour-if-selected/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Nitish Rana</a>. Since then, he has played some wonderful knocks for KKR. Currently, he is one of the premier batsmen in their squad. Well, because of his talents with the bat, he has earned a national call-up for India&#8217;s tour of Sri Lanka.
Nitish Rana could fit in at the number three or four position. Rana, along with the likes of Suryakumar Yadav, can demolish the Lankan bowling attack on his day. His IPL performances have been impressive so far. From 67 games in the T20 league, Rana has scored 1638 runs. 
Rana can play according to the conditions. Apart from that, he has a healthy strike rate of 133.82 in the IPL. Adding on, he can bowl some useful part-time off-spin as well. In the IPL, Rana has picked seven wickets. He has an economy rate of 8,27 as well.

In the absence of some big names, the below-mentioned players have a chance to show their mettle at the highst level.

5 unexpected call-ups in India squad for Sri Lanka tour

Team India has managed to reach the final of the inaugural edition of the World Test Championship. Led by an inspirational skipper in the