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India A squad named for Rising Stars Asia Cup

33 sourcesUpdated 2 Nov 2026, 1:44 pm Coverage regionsIndia
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BCCI has announced the India A squad for the Rising Stars Asia Cup, which will be played in Doha from November 19 to 29.

Tilak Varma has been named captain, with Rajat Patidar as vice-captain.

The squad includes Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Abhishek Sharma among the selected players.

Fast bowler Harshit Rana returns after recovering from a hamstring injury.

Why it mattersThe squad announcement sets India’s lineup for a regional tournament, shaping which young players get exposure and leadership opportunities.
More context

India A are placed in Group B with Pakistan A, Nepal and the United Arab Emirates, and will begin against Nepal on November 20 before facing Pakistan A on November 22.

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What coverage agrees on

The reporting agrees that BCCI has named a 15-member India A squad for the Rising Stars Asia Cup in Doha and that Tilak Varma will lead the team. It also agrees that Rajat Patidar is vice-captain and that Harshit Rana is back in the squad after injury.

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What may still vary across reports is the exact player list and how the tournament is labeled in different headlines. The core details of the squad, venue, and captaincy are otherwise consistent.

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The neutral coverage says BCCI has announced the India A squad for the Rising Stars Asia Cup in Doha from November 19 to 29. It identifies Tilak Varma as captain and Rajat Patidar as vice-captain. The squad features Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Abhishek Sharma, while Harshit Rana returns after recovering from a hamstring injury. India A are in Group B with Pakistan A, Nepal and the United Arab Emirates, and the schedule begins against Nepal before Pakistan A.

Distinctive emphasis — reported claim, not independently verified.Sources: Sportsdunia
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Bhaskar English Neutral framing Reported

Sooryavanshi in India A squad for Rising Stars Asia Cup: Tilak Varma to captain, Harshit Rana included; tou...

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India has announced the India A squad for the upcoming Rising Stars Asia Cup, which is scheduled to take place in Doha from November 19 to 29. Tilak Varma will captain the team, with Rajat Patidar serving as his deputy, leading a squad that includes notable players such as Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Rinku Singh, and returning fast bowler Harshit Rana. The tournament features eight teams divided into two groups, with India A placed in Group B alongside Pakistan A, Nepal, and the United Arab Emirates.

Sportsdunia Neutral framing Reported

Suryavanshi, Abhishek Picked in India A Squad For Rising Stars Asia Cup 2026

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India has released the 15-member India A squad for the Rising Stars Asia Cup 2026, to be held in Doha, Qatar, from November 19 to 29. The selection features prominent young talents including Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Abhishek Sharma, alongside the return of fast bowler Harshit Rana following his recovery from a hamstring injury. Tilak Varma has been named as captain of the side, and Rajat Patidar will act as the vice-captain for the tournament.