The BCCI has announced the India A squad for the upcoming two multi-day matches against Australia A, set to take place in Lucknow from 16 to 26 September 2025. The series will serve as a crucial platform for emerging players to showcase red-ball skills ahead of upcoming domestic and international fixtures.
India A squad for multi-day matches
Shreyas Iyer will lead the India A side, with Dhruv Jurel named as vice-captain and one of two wicketkeepers. The squad features a strong blend of batting depth, spin options, and pace variety, including capped internationals and promising domestic talent.
India A Squad:
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
Note: KL Rahul and Mohammed Siraj will be added to the squad for the second multi-day match, replacing two players after the first fixture.
Match schedule – Australia A Tour of India
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16–19 September 2025 | 1st Multi-Day Match | Lucknow | 09:30 |
| 23–26 September 2025 | 2nd Multi-Day Match | Lucknow | 09:30 |
Three one-day matches to follow in Kanpur
The red-ball fixtures will be followed by a three-match one-day series between India A and Australia A in Kanpur. The one-dayers are scheduled as follows:
- 30 September 2025
- 3 October 2025
- 5 October 2025
This extended A tour program offers a significant opportunity for players to stake their claims for future India call-ups, especially with the 2025–26 domestic season and key international assignments on the horizon.
High-performance focus
The India A vs Australia A series continues the BCCI’s developmental strategy to provide consistent high-level competition for India’s next generation of cricketers. These games will allow selectors to assess form and fitness in match scenarios resembling international pressure.
— Devajit Saikia, Honorary Secretary, BCCI
