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NEW DELHI: Ahead of the five-match India vs England Test series, India A will face off against the England Lions in the first of two Unofficial Tests starting May 30 at the St. Lawrence Ground, Canterbury.
Leading India A is captain Abhimanyu Easwaran, who will be backed by a strong squad featuring notable players such as Yashasvi Jaiswal, Karun Nair, Ruturaj Gaikwad, and Shardul Thakur.
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India A Squad:Captain: Abhimanyu EaswaranVice-Captain & Wicketkeeper: Dhruv JurelBatters: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Karun Nair, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sarfaraz KhanAll-rounders: Nitish Kumar Reddy, Shardul Thakur, Manav Suthar, Tanush KotianWicketkeeper: Ishan KishanBowlers: Mukesh Kumar, Akash Deep, Harshit Rana, Anshul Kamboj, Khaleel Ahmed, Tushar Deshpande, Harsh DubeyThe England Lions, led by Somerset’s James Rew, bring a balanced mix of emerging talents and experienced campaigners.
Notably, all-rounder Chris Woakes returns after recovering from an ankle injury.
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England Lions Squad:Captain: James RewBatters: Jordan Cox, Emilio Gay, Tom Haines, Ben McKinneyAll-rounders: George Hill, Dan Mousley, Rehan Ahmed, Chris WoakesBowlers: Sonny Baker, Ajeet Singh Dale, Rocky Flintoff, Josh Hull, Eddie Jack, Farhan AhmedWhere to watch India A vs England Lions 2025 live:The matches will be live-streamed on the ECB website and app but won’t be broadcast on any TV channels in India.
Match Schedule:May 30, Friday: 1st Unofficial Test – St. Lawrence Ground, Canterbury, 3:30 PM ISTJune 6, Friday: 2nd Unofficial Test – County Cricket Ground, Northampton, 3:30 PM ISTThis series offers a valuable platform for both sides’ fringe and upcoming players to stake their claim ahead of the main India-England Test clash.