Anushka and Bhatia named captains for India A against Australia A
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 1:08 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Anushka and Bhatia will lead India A teams in a home series versus Australia A. The selection comes as Deeya Yadav, a sixteen-year-old player, was not included in any squads despite her prior participation in T20s against England A. The series is expected to provide competitive experience ahead of future international commitments. The first match is scheduled to take place in September.
- •Anushka and Bhatia appointed as captains for India A
- •Deeya Yadav omitted from the squads despite previous appearances
- •Series against Australia A to start in September
- •Focus on nurturing young talent ahead of upcoming tournaments
- 1:08 PMESPNcricinfo — Anushka, Bhatia to captain India A teams in home series against Australia A
"Sixteen-year-old Deeya Yadav not picked in any squads after playing T20s against England A
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