The IPL 2025 season is nearing expiration. But in the meantime, the exams of Indian players have begun in England. Before the Indo-England Test series begins, the ‘Shadow Series’ has begun between the two countries. The first match of the two first series between Bharat A and England Lions began in Canterbury, England, on Friday, with two players a chance to the Indian team for the first time.
Ishaan Kishan did not make a place in the squad
The four -day match between the two teams began on Friday, May 30. For this series, India A team was fielded under the captaincy of Abhimanyu Ishwar. Most of the eyes were on which players would have a chance and who did not. In particular, it was to be seen whether Ishaan Kishan would return to the Indian team. But on this front, Ishaan and his fans were disappointed.
Dhruv Jurel-Serfraz Khan involved in the team
Instead of Ishaan, Dhruv Jureel was included in the playing eleven as a wicketkeeper batsman for the match, which has been the second wicketkeeper in Team India after Rishabh Pant for some time. It also made it clear that the return of Ishaan’s team is still far away. In addition, Yashwashi Jaiswal was selected for the opening in the batting order, while Sarfraz Khan, who missed the Test team, has also been given a chance in the match.
Anshul Kamboj debuted for India A
The most important decisions were made in the bowling department, where two players had the opportunity to debut. Right -hand fast bowler Anshul Kamboj debuted for India A. Games from Haryana have played 22 first class matches so far, with 74 wickets. Last year, he took 10 wickets in an innings.
Harsh Dubey’s opportunity
In addition, young left -hand spinner Harsh Dubey also debuted in this match for India A. Vidarbha’s bowler has taken 97 wickets in 18 first class matches. Harsh made history with 69 wickets in the last Ranji Trophy season. He became the highest wicket -taker in a season in the history of the Ranji Trophy. Recently, he also took Virat Kohli’s wicket by playing the Sunrisers Hyderabad difference in the IPL.
India A Playing XI
Abhimanyu Ishwaran (Captain), Yashwashi Jaiswal, Karun Nair, Dhruv Jurel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Shardul Thakur, Harsh Dubey, Anshul Kamboj, Harshit Rana, Mukesh Kumar.
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