Overview
- The BCCI confirmed a 15-member squad with Suryakumar Yadav as captain and Axar Patel as vice-captain, while Shubman Gill was omitted due to poor form.
- A widely shared video shows Yuvraj Singh giving Sanju Samson batting guidance focused on footwork, balance and movement at the crease.
- Samson is part of India’s squad for the New Zealand T20Is and is expected to open with Abhishek Sharma as preparations continue for the World Cup.
- India’s spin options feature Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy, with Jasprit Bumrah leading a pace group that includes Arshdeep Singh and Harshit Rana.
- Ishan Kishan earned selection after domestic performances and Rinku Singh returned to the squad, reinforcing batting depth around the wicketkeeper role.