The Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee faces a tough choice between the two premier left-arm orthodox options - Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel - in the ODI format. They must decide whether to go with Jadeja's immense experience or Axar's highly impactful recent performances. The decision might give a hint towards which player the BCCI prefers in the long run.

Sources have reliably told NDTV that Rishabh Pant could lose his role as the team's vice-captain in the Test format. Pant hasn't been in the best of form in any format of late. The Afghanistan series could see the BCCI look at other options as Shubman Gill's deputy, allowing him to focus only on batting and wicket-keeping.

In order to better manage the workload concerns around Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj, the BCCI could pick Prince Yadav and Mohsin Khan. The LSG duo has emerged as strong contenders after impressive IPL campaigns. Delhi Capitals' Auqib Nabi cold also be picked for the Test series. 

The Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee has some big headaches to resolve, with the likes of Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya reportedly dealing with fitness concerns. While Hardik missed the last few games for Mumbai Indians in the IPL, Rohit only made his return a couple of games ago. The selection committee might want to tread carefully with the duo. 

Hello and welcome to our live coverage of the Team India squad selection for the Test and ODI series against Afghanistan. The BCCI is set to hold a meeting with the selection committee today to finalise the teams.