Anshul Kamboj, a 24-year-old Haryana pacer, has been called up as cover for the final two Tests against England, fulfilling his dream of wearing the India Test jersey. His coach, Satish Rana, describes him as a combination of MS Dhoni's calmness and Glenn McGrath's aggression, highlighting Kamboj's dedication and eagerness to perform.
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