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Tilak Varma Returns as India A Squad Announced for T20 WC Warm-ups

The BCCI has announced the India A squad for two warm-up matches ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026, with Ayush Badoni named captain. The squad includes Tilak Varma, who is returning after surgery and is also part of the senior World Cup squad. India A will play the USA and Namibia in their warm-up fixtures. Meanwhile, the senior Indian team is in strong form, having recently defeated New Zealand 4-1 in a T20I series.

Key Points: India A Squad for T20 World Cup Warm-up Matches Announced

  • Tilak Varma returns post-surgery
  • Ayush Badoni to captain India A
  • Squad for two warm-up games announced
  • Senior team in form after NZ series win
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India A squad for T20 WC warm-up matches announced, Tilak Varma returns

Tilak Varma returns as India A squad is named for T20 World Cup warm-ups. Ayush Badoni to captain. Details on fixtures and senior team form.

"Notably, Tilak Varma, who is also in the senior men's squad for the World Cup... has also been named in the squad. - BCCI Announcement"

New Delhi, February 2

The Board of Control for Cricket in India announced the squad of India A for their two warm-up games ahead of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. Ayush Badoni is set to captain the Men in Blue's A side. Notably, Tilak Varma, who is also in the senior men's squad for the World Cup and recently underwent surgery, has also been named in the squad.

India A will play against the USA on February 2 in their first warm-up fixture of the T20 World Cup. The Ayush Badoni-led side will then square off against Namibia on February 6 in their second warm-up fixture of the marquee tournament.

Notably, the senior men's side is also slated to play a warm-up match ahead of their T20 World Cup 2026 campaign. They will face South Africa on February 4.

Squad: Ayush Badoni (c), Naman Dhir, Ashutosh Sharma, Priyansh Arya, N. Jagadeesan (wk), Tilak Varma, Riyan Parag, Manav Suthar, Ashok Sharma, Urvil Patel (wk), Gurjapneet Singh, Vipraj Nigam, Ravi Bishnoi, Khaleel Ahmed, Mayank Yadav.

Meanwhile, led by Suryakumar Yadav, Team India has been in red-hot form in T20Is. In the recently-concluded five-match T20I series against New Zealand, India dominated the visitors and clinched the series by 4-1.

In their last T20I assignment and the fifth T20I of the series, India defeated New Zealand by 46 runs. A 43-ball 103 by Ishan Kishan, strong support from skipper Suryakumar Yadav (63 runs off 30 balls) and a five-wicket haul by Arshdeep Singh (5/51 in 4 overs) powered India to a dominant 46-run win over New Zealand. India posted a massive 271/5 after opting to bat, with Ishan Kishan sharing a 137-run partnership with Suryakumar.

Chasing 272, New Zealand fought back through Finn Allen's explosive 80 off 38 balls, but lost momentum as Arshdeep and Axar Patel (3/33 in 4 overs) struck at regular intervals. Arshdeep claimed his maiden T20I five-for as New Zealand were bowled out for 225 in 19.4 overs. The win helped India clinch the five-match T20I series 4-1.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Interesting choice making Ayush Badoni the captain. He's shown good temperament in the IPL. This is a crucial platform for players like Riyan Parag and Ravi Bishnoi to push for senior team spots. Best of luck to the team!
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Ananya R
The bench strength is looking solid! After that 4-1 win against NZ, the confidence must be high. But I hope the management has a clear plan. Why is Tilak playing for India A if he's already in the senior WC squad? Shouldn't he be resting or training with the main team?
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Vikram M
Exciting times for Indian cricket! The depth is unbelievable. Mayank Yadav's pace and Arshdeep's five-for in the last series... future is bright. These warm-ups against USA and Namibia are perfect to test combinations. Jai Hind!
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Karthik V
Good squad selection. Players like Priyansh Arya and Gurjapneet Singh deserve this chance after domestic performances. Hope they grab it with both hands. The real test will be how they perform under pressure on the world stage.
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Michael C
The pipeline of talent in India is impressive. Ishan Kishan's century and the overall aggression in the NZ series show the team's mindset. These A team games are vital for building that winning habit across squads.

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