Anshul Kamboj Replaces Injured Prasidh Krishna for Final West Indies ODI

India have suffered a setback ahead of the third and final ODI against the West Indies, with fast bowler Prasidh Krishna ruled out after sustaining a hamstring injury during the second match in Guwahati. Young all-rounder Anshul Kamboj has been named as his replacement for the series finale.

Prasidh bowled only five overs in the second ODI, conceding 45 runs and taking the wicket of Keacy Carty. He left the field during the 31st over of the West Indies innings after experiencing discomfort.

The injury could also put Prasidh's participation in the opening round of the Ranji Trophy, beginning October 11, in doubt. The fast bowler has reportedly returned to Bengaluru to begin his recovery.

The second ODI in Guwahati turned into a high-scoring contest, with the West Indies posting a massive 405 for 7 in 50 overs. India, however, chased down the target comfortably, reaching the total in just 43.3 overs. The pitch used for the match drew considerable criticism.

Meanwhile, Kamboj has been released from the ongoing India A vs Australia A four-day match in Puducherry to join the senior national team in New Chandigarh.

Kamboj has impressed in domestic cricket and has taken 56 wickets in 35 List A matches at an average of 22.41. Although he is yet to make his ODI debut, he has already represented India in Test cricket, making his debut during India's tour of England last year.

The 24-year-old had also made an impact in the ongoing India A series against Australia A. He claimed three wickets in the first four-day match and followed it up with another three-wicket haul in Australia's first innings in the second game. He subsequently left the India A squad after bowling just two overs in Australia's second innings.

India have been managing their resources carefully amid a congested international schedule, with several senior players involved in different competitions and teams. Jasprit Bumrah, for instance, is currently in Japan for the Asian Games.

With Prasidh unavailable, India's ODI squad for the final match against the West Indies includes Mohammed Siraj, Auqib Nabi, Gurnoor Brar and Anshul Kamboj among the pace-bowling options.

Kamboj's inclusion gives India another opportunity to assess a promising domestic performer as they look to complete the ODI series against the West Indies.