Gurkeerat included in Indian team for upcoming Test against SA

Punjab all-rounder Gurkeerat Singh Mann was on Thursday included in the Indian squad for the second cricket Test against South Africa starting here on Saturday.

Punjab all-rounder Gurkeerat Singh Mann was on Thursday included in the Indian squad for the second cricket Test against South Africa starting here on Saturday.

The 25-year-old player was part of the ODI squad that lost the series 2-3 to South Africa, although he did not play any of the game. (HT Photo)

“Gurkeerat Singh Mann has been included in the Indian Test team and will join the team for the second Test of the four-match Paytm Freedom Trophy in Bengaluru (November 14-18, 2015),” read a BCCI release.

The 25-year-old player was part of the ODI squad that lost the series 2-3 to South Africa, although he did not play any of the game.

He was in the Test side as a reserve player for the first Test in Mohali. India lead the four-match series 1-0 after their victory in the opening game at Mohali.