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Ashok Sharma replaces injured Yudhvir Singh in India A squad

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 9:47 PM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Ashok Sharma replaces injured Yudhvir Singh in India A squad

Summary

Ashok Sharma, the 23-year-old pacer, has been called up to the India A squad for the Sri Lanka tri-series after Yudhvir Singh's injury. Following a switch from Rajasthan to Gujarat in domestic cricket, Ashok will join the team in Dambulla ahead of their crucial match against Afghanistan A on June 17. He has made an impression with his six wickets in the IPL and was previously the leading wicket-taker in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy with 22 wickets. Ashok aims to showcase his skills and follow the advice received from Pat Cummins about maintaining his pace and hitting the right lengths.

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•Ashok Sharma replaces injured Yudhvir Singh in India A squad.
•He will join the team in Dambulla before the match with Afghanistan A.
•Ashok has six wickets in the IPL and was leading wicket-taker in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.
•He aims to impress selectors with his pace and control.
•India A faces Afghanistan A in a must-win match on June 17.

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9:47 PMYahoo Sports — 150 kph and rising: Ashok Sharma gets India A call-up

What they're saying

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Ashok Sharma's rapid rise continues as the 23-year-old pacer earns an India A call-up for the Sri Lanka tri-series after replacing injured Yudhvir Singh. Fresh from a domestic switch to Gujarat, the speedster now has a golden opportunity to push his case for higher honours.
— Yahoo Sports

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