Abhimanyu Easwaran to Lead India A Squad for England Tour Ahead of IND vs ENG Test Series 2025
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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the much-anticipated India A squad for England, with Abhimanyu Easwaran named as captain. This India A tour is a crucial preparatory step for the upcoming India vs England five-match Test series, starting June 20, 2025, as part of the 2025-27 World Test Championship cycle.
The India A vs England series will feature two four-day matches against England Lions, beginning May 30 in Canterbury, followed by a game in Northampton on June 6. A third intra-squad match against the senior India squad for England Test series 2025 is scheduled for June 13 in Beckenham. This India A squad provides a platform for players to adapt to English conditions before the high-stakes IND vs ENG series.
Notable inclusions in the India A squad are Yashasvi Jaiswal, Karun Nair, Ishan Kishan, and Shardul Thakur, with Dhruv Jurel as vice-captain. Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan will join the India A team for the second match, potentially strengthening the lineup for IND A vs ENG A. Meanwhile, the senior India squad for England Test is expected to be led by Shubman Gill, following the retirements of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.
This India A vs England tour is a vital opportunity for fringe players to stake their claim for a spot in the England vs India Test squad. With the IPL 2025 schedule creating logistical challenges, the BCCI has prioritized players not involved in the playoffs for this India A campaign, ensuring they get valuable red-ball practice.
Stay tuned for more updates as India gears up to face England in what promises to be an exciting cricketing summer!