In a surprising move, the BCCI has named Shreyas Iyer India A captain for the upcoming two multi-day matches against Australia A in September. The games will be played on September 16 and 23 in Lucknow, marking Iyer’s return to the red-ball setup and giving him a chance to push for a Test comeback. This comes just weeks before India’s home series against West Indies, where two Tests are scheduled.
Big names in the squad
Alongside Shreyas Iyer India A captain, the squad includes Dhruv Jurel, who has been appointed vice-captain, as well as B Sai Sudharsan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, and pacer Prasidh Krishna. The BCCI further confirmed that senior stars KL Rahul and Mohammed Siraj will be added to the squad for the second multi-day match.
The India A series will act as a crucial preparation ground for players eyeing spots in the senior squad. Shreyas, who missed out on the Asia Cup 2025, could use this as a strong pathway to reclaim his Test position.
Young talents get opportunities
Apart from established names, several youngsters who have impressed in domestic cricket have earned call-ups. Ayush Badoni, Harsh Dubey, Tanush Kotian, Manav Suthar, N Jagadeesan, and Gurnoor Brar are part of the side. The presence of both experience and youth highlights BCCI’s intent to test bench strength against a quality opposition like Australia A.
Schedule of matches
The two multi-day matches will be held in Lucknow, while three one-day games between India A and Australia A will follow in Kanpur on September 30, October 3, and October 5. Notably, Sarfaraz Khan missed out due to injury, while players already in India’s white-ball squad remain unavailable as they gear up for the Asia Cup 2025.
The complete squad is: Shreyas Iyer (C), Abhimanyu Easwaran, N Jagadeesan (WK), Sai Sudharsan, Dhruv Jurel (VC & WK), Devdutt Padikkal, Harsh Dubey, Ayush Badoni, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Tanush Kotian, Prasidh Krishna, Gurnoor Brar, Khaleel Ahmed, Manav Suthar, Yash Thakur.
FAQs
Q: Who is the Shreyas Iyer India A captain for the Australia A series?
A: Shreyas Iyer has been named India A captain for two multi-day games in September.
Q: Which senior players are joining Shreyas Iyer India A captain’s squad?
A: KL Rahul and Mohammed Siraj will join for the second match against Australia A.
Q: Where will the Shreyas Iyer India A captain-led matches be played?
A: The two multi-day matches will be held in Lucknow, and the ODIs in Kanpur.
Q: Why is Sarfaraz Khan not part of the squad?
A: Sarfaraz Khan missed out on selection due to injury.
