In a recent development, the Board of
Control for Cricket in India or BCCI has included batsman Rinku Singh in the
India ‘A’ squad for the upcoming second four-day match against England Lions,
scheduled to commence in Ahmedabad on January 24, conveyed an official
statement by the Men’s Selection Committee.
The England Lions are currently on a
three unofficial Test tour of Bharat, and the addition of Rinku Singh aims to
bolster India ‘A’ as they face the English side in the multi-day encounter. The
squad, led by domestic cricket sensation Abhimanyu Easwaran, is gearing up for
the challenging match.
Rinku Singh, initially slated to play in
the third match starting on February 1, brings a wealth of experience to the
team. The 26-year-old has an impressive record, accumulating 3109 runs in 44
first-class matches at an outstanding average of 57.57. His contribution
includes seven centuries and 20 half-centuries, making him a valuable asset for
India ‘A.’
The India ‘A’ squad for the second
multi-day match includes notable players such as Abhimanyu Easwaran, Sai
Sudharsan, Rajat Patidar, Sarfaraz Khan, Tilak Varma, Kumar Kushagra,
Washington Sundar, Sourabh Kumar, Arshdeep Singh, Tushar Deshpande, Vidwath
Kaverappa, Upendra Yadav, Akash Deep, Yash Dayal, and the newly added Rinku
Singh.
As both teams gear up for a competitive
clash, the inclusion of Rinku Singh adds further depth to India ‘A’s batting
lineup, setting the stage for an exciting encounter against England Lions in
Ahmedabad.
