Handscomb joins Australia A squad ahead of upcoming India series
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 11:46 PM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Peter Handscomb has been named to the Australia A squad as selectors evaluate options ahead of the upcoming series against India. The squad selection includes both four-day and one-day rosters. McSweeney and Konstas are included in both formats, while Richardson and Doggett have been selected for the red-ball portion of the campaign. The call-ups serve as a testing ground for players looking to secure positions for the international fixtures against India. The integration of domestic talent remains a focal point for the selectors as they finalize the roster compositions for the upcoming matches. Players will participate in the scheduled four-day and one-day fixtures to demonstrate their form.
- •Handscomb receives a call-up to the Australia A side.
- •McSweeney and Konstas are included for four-day and one-day matches.
- •Richardson and Doggett join the squad specifically for red-ball fixtures.
- •The squad changes focus on preparation for the India series.
- 11:46 PMESPNcricinfo — Handscomb given Australia A call-up with eye on India series
"McSweeney and Konstas part of four-day and one-day squads, while Richardson and Doggett included for red-ball portion
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