Key Points
- Abhimanyu Easwaran named captain; Dhruv Jurel appointed vice-captain for India A’s England tour
- Ishan Kishan and Shardul Thakur make their return to the India A squad
- Harsh Dubey earns his maiden call-up to the India A team
- Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan to join the squad for the second match
- India A to play two unofficial Tests against England Lions, followed by an intra-squad match with the senior India team
- Tour begins May 30 in Canterbury; matches scheduled in Canterbury, Northampton, and Beckenham
Mumbai: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially announced the India A squad for the much-anticipated tour of England, set to begin at the end of May 2025. The tour will see India A face off against the England Lions in two unofficial Test matches, followed by a high-profile intra-squad clash with the senior Indian team.
Leadership and Key Inclusions
Abhimanyu Easwaran will captain the side, bringing his wealth of experience in domestic cricket to the fore. Dhruv Jurel, who has impressed as a wicketkeeper-batsman, has been named vice-captain. The squad sees the return of explosive wicketkeeper-batsman Ishan Kishan and all-rounder Shardul Thakur, both of whom will be looking to make a mark after their recent stints with the senior team.
A notable first-time inclusion is Harsh Dubey, the promising left-arm spinner, who has been rewarded for his consistent performances in domestic cricket.
Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan to Join Later
The BCCI has also confirmed that star batsman Shubman Gill and the talented Sai Sudharsan will join the India A squad for the second match in Northampton, adding further strength to the batting lineup.
Full India A Squad for England Tour
- Abhimanyu Easwaran (Captain)
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Karun Nair
- Dhruv Jurel (Vice-captain, wicketkeeper)
- Nitish Kumar Reddy
- Shardul Thakur
- Ishan Kishan (Wicketkeeper)
- Manav Suthar
- Tanush Kotian
- Mukesh Kumar
- Akash Deep
- Harshit Rana
- Anshul Kamboj
- Khaleel Ahmed
- Ruturaj Gaikwad
- Sarfaraz Khan
- Tushar Deshpande
- Harsh Dubey
- Shubman Gill (to join for 2nd match)
- Sai Sudharsan (to join for 2nd match)
India A Tour Schedule
| Sl. No. | Date (Start) | Date (End) | Time (Local) | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30 May 2025 | 2 June 2025 | 10:00 am | 1st First-Class Match | Canterbury |
| 2 | 6 June 2025 | 9 June 2025 | 10:00 am | 2nd First-Class Match | Northampton |
| 3 | 13 June 2025 | 16 June 2025 | 10:00 am | Intra-Squad Match | Beckenham |
What to Watch For
- Emerging Talent: Several young players, including Harsh Dubey and Nitish Kumar Reddy, will be under the spotlight as they look to impress selectors for future senior team call-ups.
- Senior Team Prospects: The intra-squad match with the senior India team will offer a unique opportunity for India A players to test themselves against the best in the country.
- Return of Key Players: The comeback of Ishan Kishan and Shardul Thakur adds experience and firepower to the squad, making India A a formidable unit for the tour.
The India A tour of England promises to be an exciting showcase of emerging and established talent, with high-stakes matches against the England Lions and the senior Indian team. With a balanced squad led by Abhimanyu Easwaran and bolstered by the return of key players, fans can look forward to some thrilling cricket as the next generation of Indian stars steps onto the international stage.
