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Jitesh Sharma to Lead India A in Rising Stars Asia Cup Amid Pakistan Clash

The BCCI has announced Jitesh Sharma as captain of the India A squad for the Rising Stars Asia Cup in Doha. The team features several IPL performers and promising domestic talents who have earned their spots through consistent performances. India A will face Pakistan A on November 16 in what promises to be a thrilling encounter between the rival nations. The tournament runs from November 14-23 and includes teams from across Asia competing in the T20 format.

Key Points: Jitesh Sharma Named India A Captain for Rising Stars Asia Cup

  • Jitesh Sharma named captain with IPL experience and international T20 credentials
  • Squad features breakout IPL performers including Ashutosh Sharma and Abishek Porel
  • India A faces Pakistan A on November 16 in highly anticipated clash
  • Tournament marks first India-Pakistan men's meeting since senior Asia Cup
  • Domestic circuit stars like Yash Thakur and Harsh Dubey earn selection
  • Standby players include promising talents like Kumar Kushagra and Shaik Rasheed
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Jitesh Sharma named India A skipper in Rising Stars Asia Cup

BCCI announces Jitesh Sharma as India A captain for Rising Stars Asia Cup in Doha, featuring IPL stars and promising domestic talents against Pakistan A.

"Jitesh is the only one to have made an international appearance for India - BCCI Announcement"

Mumbai, November 4

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the 15-player India A squad for the Rising Stars Asia Cup on Tuesday, scheduled to take place from November 14 to 23 in Doha.

Jitesh Sharma has been announced as the captain, while Naman Dhir will serve as his deputy. The squad comprises players who have delivered at the cash-rich Indian Premier League (IPL), including Ramandeep Singh, Abishek Porel, Suyash Sharma, Ashutosh Sharma, Nehal Wadhera and Dhir.

Apart from the familiar faces, Priyansh Arya and Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who made their IPL debuts last season and enjoyed a breakout campaign, have been added to the team. The prominent performers in India's domestic circuit, including Harsh Dubey, Suryansh Shedge, Yash Thakur, Gurjanpreet Singh, Vijaykumar Vyshak, and Yudhvir Singh, have also earned a spot in the star-studded lineup.

Gurnoor Singh Brar, Kumar Kushagra, Tanush Kotian, Sameer Rizvi, and Shaik Rasheed have been confirmed as the standby players. Among the selected players, Jitesh is the only one to have made an international appearance for India, which came during the visitors' five-wicket win in the third T20I against Australia. Jitesh remained unbeaten with a quick-fire 22(13), laced with three boundaries.

The teams have been drafted into two groups: Group A comprises Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Hong Kong, and Sri Lanka, while Group B includes India, Oman, Pakistan, and the UAE. The Rising Stars Asia Cup will commence with a contest between Pakistan A and Oman. India will begin its campaign against the UAE on November 14. The showpiece fixture between India A and Pakistan A is scheduled to take place on November 16.

Since the senior Asia Cup in September, this will mark the first time India and Pakistan's men's teams will face off against each other on the cricket field. The Women's team recently faced each other during the recently concluded World Cup, and the contest ended with India emerging triumphant with a commanding 88-run victory.

In the Asia Cup, India and Pakistan did not shake hands or exchange any other formal greetings between players of the two nations. The tournament concluded with India leaving Dubai without the trophy after refusing to accept the silverware from ACC and PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi, who also serves as the Interior Minister of Pakistan.

India A squad for the Rising Stars Asia Cup T20 tournament: Priyansh Arya, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Nehal Wadhera, Naman Dhir (vice-capt), Suryansh Shedge, Jitesh Sharma (capt, wk), Ramandeep Singh, Harsh Dubey, Ashutosh Sharma, Yash Thakur, Gurjapneet Singh, Vijay Kumar Vyshak, Yudhvir Singh, Abishek Porel (wk), Suyash Sharma.

Standby players: Gurnoor Brar, Kumar Kushagra, Tanush Kotian, Sameer Rizvi, and Shaik Rasheed.

- ANI

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Priya S
India vs Pakistan match on Nov 16 will be 🔥! After the senior team's Asia Cup drama, these young players have a chance to show true sportsmanship while maintaining competitive spirit. Hope they play hard but fair.
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Arjun K
Good squad selection overall, but I'm concerned about the lack of experienced players. Jitesh is the only one with international experience. Hope these IPL performers can handle the pressure of representing India A.
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Sarah B
Really happy for players like Ashutosh Sharma and Nehal Wadhera who proved themselves in IPL. This is exactly what the A team should be about - giving domestic performers a platform to shine internationally.
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Vikram M
The political tensions shouldn't affect these young cricketers. Let them play cricket and build bridges through sports. Wishing the entire team all the best for the tournament! 🇮🇳
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Michael C
Strong bench strength with those standby players too. Kumar Kushagra and Sameer Rizvi are exciting prospects. Good to see BCCI investing in youth development through such tournaments.

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