India A announces squads for multi-format series against Australia A
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 11:09 AM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026
The BCCI has finalized India A squads for an upcoming home series against Australia A, with matches scheduled in Puducherry from September 22 to October 11. Devdutt Padikkal will serve as captain for the two multi-day matches, while Ruturaj Gaikwad takes charge for the three-match ODI leg. The tour is viewed as a final selection trial for players vying for spots ahead of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Hardik Pandya returns to the limited-overs squad, though his participation remains subject to fitness clearance. The multi-day matches run through early October, followed by three one-day fixtures concluding on October 11.
- •Devdutt Padikkal captains the multi-day squad, and Ruturaj Gaikwad leads the one-day side.
- •The five-match series takes place in Puducherry between September 22 and October 11.
- •Hardik Pandya is named to the ODI squad pending final fitness clearance.
- •The tour features two multi-day games followed by three one-day matches.
- 11:09 AMYahoo Sports — India A vs Australia A multi-format series: Full list of squads and schedule as Devdutt Padikkal and Ruturaj Gaikwad named captains
"With Devdutt Padikkal set for India's A series against Australia, here's a look at the full Indian squad and the schedule.
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