Former India skipper Sourav Ganguly has called for inclusion of pacer Varun Aaron due to the fast nature of the Old Trafford pitch – the venue for the fourth Test against England, starting Thursday (August 7).

"The Manchester track is the fastest wicket in England. I think Varun Aaron should get a look-in," Ganguly told reporters.

The statement comes after both Ishant Sharma and Bhuvneshwar Kumar were said to be uncertain for the fourth match.

Ganguly backs India to win England series

Varun Aaron enjoyed a fine season with Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Indian Premier League and is a proven talent in domestic Indian cricket.

With his ability to swing the ball in Indian conditions and good bowling speeds, he won himself big accolades in IPL 7.

Ganguly also called on India to bring in some "fresh heads"in Manchester, hinting that Gautam Gambhir should replace Shikhar Dhawan.

"India need some fresh heads at this stage. I'm not saying Gambhir would succeed but we need some fresh ideas. At this stage, it is anyone's series," the newly appointed joint secretary of the Cricket Association of Bengal said.