Karun Nair, Ishan Kishan & Yashasvi Jaiswal lead India A
Written By: Mobin
India A picks 14-member squad for England Lions clash starting May 30. Features IPL exits Karun Nair, Ishan Kishan & Yashasvi Jaiswal in batting lineup.
Squad
Karun Nair returns after 6 years, joining Kishan & Jaiswal. Pacers Shardul Thakur, Khaleel Ahmed bolster bowling for challenging UK conditions.
Comebacks
Sarfaraz Khan to skip India A, join directly with Test squad. Injured Rajat Patidar likely to miss entire England tour due to finger issue.
Surprises
Gill, Sudharsan & Sundar to join for 2nd match after IPL commitments. Intra-squad game planned before 5-Test series against England from June 20.
Rotation
Shubman Gill likely new Test captain post Rohit's retirement. Pant tipped as deputy as BCCI prepares to announce squad by May 16-17.
Leadership
Team seeks comeback after 3-1 Border-Gavaskar loss in Australia. England Tests mark crucial start to new WTC cycle with fresh leadership.
Redemption
India A games crucial for final Test selections. Young guns get chance to impress before tough England series at their home turf.