India's Fringe Players Shine Bright in Absence of Kohli and Rohit 

Fringe Players Stepping Up:  The absence of experienced players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma has brought to the forefront the talent of India's fringe players, who have risen to the occasion against England,  

Yashasvi Jaiswal's Heroics:  Yashasvi Jaiswal's remarkable performance with back-to-back double centuries, including a record-equalling 12 sixes in an unbeaten 214, has drawn comparisons to the aggressive batting style of former opener Virender Sehwag 

Sarfaraz Khan's Long-awaited Debut:  Middle-order batter Sarfaraz Khan, long knocking on the selection door, made a compelling case for himself with twin half-centuries, prompting questions about the delay in his inclusion in the team. 

hruv Jurel's Promising Debut:  Wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel, replacing Srikar Bharat, displayed significant improvement in his glovework, highlighted by a crucial run-out of Ben Duckett, while also showcasing his batting prowess with three sixes in his debut innings. 

Integration of New Faces:  Indian captain Rohit Sharma commended the seamless integration of the new faces into the team, emphasizing their character and determination to prove themselves at the highest level of the game. 

Bench Strength Vitality:  The performances of these fringe players underscore the depth and vitality of India's bench strength, providing reassurance about the team's ability to sustain success even in the absence of key players. 

Bright Future Ahead:  With promising talents like Jaiswal, Khan, and Jurel making significant contributions, India's cricketing future appears bright, signaling a smooth transition and continuity of success beyond the Kohli-Rohit era. 

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