Overview
- The selection committee is expected to unveil a 15-member squad by Wednesday evening or Thursday morning, with no press conference likely during the ongoing T20I tour of Australia.
- Rishabh Pant is widely reported to be recalled after scoring 90 in India A’s four-day win over South Africa A in Bengaluru.
- Team management has released Kuldeep Yadav from the T20I group to join India A’s second four-day match starting November 6 for red-ball preparation.
- Mohammed Shami is reportedly likely to miss out despite strong domestic performances, reflecting current selection preferences in the pace group.
- The two Tests are scheduled for Kolkata on November 14–18 and Guwahati on November 22–26, with South Africa set to be led by returning captain Temba Bavuma.