The India A squad for the T20 World Cup 2026 warm-up matches has been announced, featuring Tilak Varma and the returning Mayank Yadav. India A will play warm-up fixtures against USA on 2 February and Namibia on 6 February ahead of the tournament starting 7 February 2026.
Tilak Varma Back in Action
Tilak Varma, who missed India’s T20 series against New Zealand due to injury, has been included in the India A squad to gain additional match practice before the World Cup. He is fully fit and will join the main India squad following the warm-up matches.
Mayank Yadav Returns
After recovering from an injury sustained during IPL 2025, fast bowler Mayank Yadav makes his comeback in the India A team. Yadav has previously played three T20 internationals for India.
Other Notable Inclusions
Ayush Badoni has been named captain of the India A squad. Other experienced players in the squad include Riyan Parag, Ravi Bishnoi, and Khalil Ahmed, along with promising youngsters ready to make an impact.
India A Squad for Warm-Up Matches:
Ayush Badoni (Captain), Narayan Jagadeesan (Wicketkeeper), Naman Dhir, Ashutosh Sharma, Priyansh Arya, Tilak Varma, Riyan Parag, Manav Suthar, Ashok Sharma, Urvil Patel (Wicketkeeper), Gurjapneet Singh, Vipraj Nigam, Ravi Bishnoi, Khalil Ahmed, Mayank Yadav.
These warm-up matches aim to help players adapt to conditions, refine strategies, and gain crucial match practice before the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.
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