The BCCI has officially announced the squads for India’s upcoming cricket series in South Africa and Australia. The tour kicks off with a 4-match T20I series against South Africa starting on November 8, 2024, followed by the highly anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy, a 5-match Test series against Australia commencing on November 22, 2024.
India’s T20I Squad Against South Africa
For the T20I series in South Africa, India’s squad will be led by Suryakumar Yadav. The team has a strong mix of seasoned players and emerging talents. Notable inclusions are Sanju Samson as the wicketkeeper, and all-rounders Hardik Pandya and Axar Patel. Varun Chakaravarthy and Ravi Bishnoi bring depth to the spin department, while the pace attack includes Arshdeep Singh and Avesh Khan. Injuries have kept Mayank Yadav and Shivam Dube from selection, and Riyan Parag is unavailable due to a shoulder injury that requires long-term management.
India’s T20I Squad for South Africa:
Suryakumar Yadav (C), Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (WK), Rinku Singh, Tilak Varma, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Ramandeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Avesh Khan, Yash Dayal.
India’s T20I Series Schedule Against South Africa
The 4-match series kicks off in Durban, with matches scheduled as follows:
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 8, 2024 | 1st T20I | Durban |
| Nov 10, 2024 | 2nd T20I | Gqeberha |
| Nov 13, 2024 | 3rd T20I | Centurion |
| Nov 15, 2024 | 4th T20I | Johannesburg |
India’s Squad for Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia
In preparation for the Test series in Australia, India’s squad has been selected to balance experience and form. Rohit Sharma will captain the side, with Jasprit Bumrah serving as vice-captain. The batting lineup includes star players like Virat Kohli, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Shubman Gill, while Rishabh Pant returns as the primary wicketkeeper. The spin department will be helmed by R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja. Notably, Kuldeep Yadav is unavailable for selection due to a groin injury.
India’s Test Squad for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy:
Rohit Sharma (C), Jasprit Bumrah (VC), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant (WK), Sarfaraz Khan, Dhruv Jurel (WK), R Ashwin, R Jadeja, Mohd. Siraj, Akash Deep, Prasidh Krishna, Harshit Rana, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar.
Reserves: Mukesh Kumar, Navdeep Saini, Khaleel Ahmed.
Border-Gavaskar Trophy Schedule
The Test series against Australia is part of the prestigious Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The five Tests are scheduled as follows:
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 22-26, 2024 | 1st Test | Perth |
| Dec 6-10, 2024 | 2nd Test | Adelaide (D/N) |
| Dec 14-18, 2024 | 3rd Test | Brisbane |
| Dec 26-30, 2024 | 4th Test | Melbourne |
| Jan 3-7, 2025 | 5th Test | Sydney |
This double series promises to bring thrilling matches, with India aiming to excel in the T20I games and retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Fans worldwide are excited to see India’s cricket prowess on display as they take on formidable opponents in South Africa and Australia.
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