India 'A' looks to build pace attack against Australia 'A' in ODI series
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 8:50 AM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026
The three-match one-day series between India 'A' and Australia 'A' is taking place in Puducherry ahead of the 2027 World Cup, with India set to begin its campaign against Australia on October 7. India 'A' coach Lakshmipathy Balaji has emphasized the potential of young bowlers like Arshad Khan, Gurjapneet Singh, and Yash Thakur, stressing that with time and experience, they can adapt to the demands of modern ODI cricket. The recent performance of these bowlers has faced scrutiny after a high-scoring series against the West Indies, but Balaji expressed confidence in their abilities and future development. Expectations remain high as the series progresses, particularly regarding who can support Jasprit Bumrah as a key bowler.
- •India 'A' faces Australia 'A' in a three-match ODI series.
- •India's World Cup campaign begins against Australia on October 7.
- •Lakshmipathy Balaji highlights the need for patience with young bowlers.
- •Arshad Khan, Gurjapneet Singh, and Yash Thakur are part of the squad.
- •Recent matches have seen bowlers struggle against high scores.
- 8:50 AMYahoo Sports — India 'A' pacers look to step up to the plate against Australia 'A'
"As India look towards the 2027 World Cup, where they begin their campaign against Australia on Oct 7, the threematch one-day series between India ‘A’ and Australia ‘A’ in Puducherry offers another window into the country’s pace reserves. The big question is: who can eventually emerge as the ideal partner for Jasprit Bumrah?
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