Kuldeep Yadav not playing 5th Test shouldn't come as a surprise - here's why

Kuldeep Yadav has been excluded from India's playing XI for the fifth Test against England, marking his absence throughout the entire series. Despite expectations and good form, team management favored other combinations, influenced by the Oval's pitch conditions. Seamers have dominated at The Oval, leading India to opt for Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar, whose batting abilities provide additional balance.