Meanwhile, BCCI secretary N. Srinivasan said in a statement: “Based on the discussions held and the clarifications given, BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) expects no problem with the first Test being held in Chennai.”
Sidebottom ruled out
The only member of the 15-man party not returning will be seam bowler Ryan Sidebottom, who has a side injury. Paceman Stuart Broad will remain in England for treatment on a hamstring problem but is expected to travel in time for the second Test.