SaralnamaBCCI announced the India A team on Tuesday for two first-class matches against South Africa A. Wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant will lead the team. Middle-order batsman Sarfaraz Khan was not included. Some Congress and Samajwadi Party leaders reacted to Khan's exclusion, claiming he was left out because he is Muslim. The team selection has sparked a debate about player choices. Fans can follow the matches on official cricket websites for live updates and scores. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 02:40 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- BCCI announced the India A team on Tuesday for two first-class matches against South Africa A
- Wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant will lead the team
- Middle-order batsman Sarfaraz Khan was not included