India A warm-up match planned in Navi Mumbai and Bengaluru
India A will play two preliminary matches as part of their World Cup preparations. They will face the United States of America on February 2 in Navi Mumbai, followed by a match against Namibia in Bengaluru on February 6. These matches are designed to give fringe players valuable exposure while helping the senior team refine combinations ahead of the tournament.
The warm-up matches will serve as an audition window for young people looking to make their case for future international opportunities, especially in the shortest format.
Ayush Badoni continues the steady rise of Indian cricket
Badoni’s selection is due to consistent performance across all formats. The right-handed batsman previously represented India A in four-day cricket and List A cricket and earned a reputation for his calmness and adaptability. Earlier this month, he earned his first senior India call-up for the ODI series against New Zealand, a clear indication that the selectors are keeping a close eye on his progress.
His inclusion in the India A squad reflects the confidence the selectors have in his ability to handle high-pressure situations, especially as India looks to strengthen its middle-order depth in white-ball cricket.
Priyansh Arya rewarded for his white-ball performance
Priyansh Arya, meanwhile, continues his upward trajectory in the domestic circuit. Unlike Badoni, Arya’s fame at the ‘A’ level has so far been limited to white-ball formats. However, his aggressive approach and consistency in the domestic T20 and List A competitions have earned him another chance to impress the national selectors.
The upcoming warm-up matches could be crucial for Arya as he looks to establish himself in India’s T20 plans in the longer term.
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Tilak Varma ready for comeback after injury layoff
As a major boost to the preparations for the World Cup in India, Tilak Varma is expected to be available for the warm-up matches after receiving permission from the Center for Excellence of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).. The Hyderabad batsman has been sidelined for almost a month after undergoing surgery for an abdominal injury sustained during the Ranji Trophy.
The BCCI earlier confirmed that Tilak has resumed physical training and is making steady progress in his rehabilitation. His return will provide India with additional stability at the top of the order.
Tilak will join the team in Mumbai on February 3. He will feature for India A in the warm-up match against USA at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on February 2, before joining India’s senior squad for another warm-up match against South Africa on February 4 at the same venue.
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