India A Squad for Australia A Home Series Announced: Hardik Pandya Selected for One-Day Games Led by Ruturaj Gaikwad; Devdutt Padikkal Named Multi-Day Captain
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the India A squads for the upcoming home series against Australia A. The series, featuring two multi-day matches and three one-day games, will take place in Puducherry.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) today unveiled the India A squads for the highly anticipated home series against Australia A, set to feature two multi-day matches and three one-day games in Puducherry. The announcement, made by the Men's Selection Committee, marks the return of star all-rounder Hardik Pandya to the One-Day squad, albeit contingent on his fitness clearance. When is India's Next Match in International Cricket? See Who Men in Blue Face After Sri Lanka.
India A Squad for Australia A Home Series Announced
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India A squad announced for home series against Australia A, comprising two multi-day matches and three one-day games in Puducherry.
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Devdutt Padikkal has been appointed captain for the multi-day fixtures, with Sai Sudharsan named as his deputy. In the One-Day format, Ruturaj Gaikwad will lead the side, and Devdutt Padikkal will serve as vice-captain, highlighting a blend of experienced 'A' team players and promising young talents across both formats.
Squad Breakdown
The squads announced by the Men's Selection Committee are as follows:
India A Multi-day squad:
- Devdutt Padikkal (C)
- Sai Sudharsan (VC)
- Aman Mokhade
- Ayush Pandey
- Yash Rathod
- Shaik Rasheed
- Kumar Kushagra (WK)
- Shams Mulani
- Tanush Kotian
- Tushar Deshpande
- Anshul Kamboj
- Praful Hinge
- N Jagadeesan (WK)
- Nachiket Bhute
- V Vyshak* (Subject to fitness clearance)
India A One-Day squad:
- Ruturaj Gaikwad (C)
- Devdutt Padikkal (VC)
- Priyansh Arya
- Sai Sudharsan
- Rajat Patidar
- Kumar Kushagra (WK)
- Nishant Sindhu
- Vipraj Nigam
- Arshin Kulkarni
- Arshad Khan
- Naman Dhir
- Hardik Pandya* (Subject to fitness clearance)
- Prabhsimran Singh (WK)
- Gurjapneet Singh
- Yash Thakur
Hardik Pandya's Anticipated Return
The inclusion of Hardik Pandya in the India A One-Day squad is a significant talking point. The dynamic all-rounder's participation is subject to fitness clearance, indicating the selectors' keen interest in his form and recovery ahead of potential senior team duties. His presence will undoubtedly provide a boost to the young squad, offering invaluable experience and power-hitting prowess in the limited-overs format. India Squad for Afghanistan T20I Series Announced, Jasprit Bumrah and Sanju Samson Return.
Series Schedule
All matches in the series will be played in Puducherry, with the following schedule:
| No. | Day | Date | Day (to) | Date (to) | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tue | 22-Sep-26 | Fri | 25-Sep-26 | 1st Multi-Day | Puducherry |
| 2 | Tue | 29-Sep-26 | Fri | 02-Oct-26 | 2nd Multi-Day | Puducherry |
| 3 | Tue | 06-Oct-26 | 1st One Day | Puducherry | ||
| 4 | Fri | 09-Oct-26 | 2nd One Day | Puducherry | ||
| 5 | Sun | 11-Oct-26 | 3rd One Day | Puducherry |
This series provides a crucial platform for India's emerging cricketing talent to showcase their skills against a strong Australia A side. The matches in Puducherry are expected to be fiercely contested, offering a glimpse into the future stars of Indian cricket and valuable competitive exposure for all involved.
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