The cricketing world is abuzz as India’s tour of Australia begins with the first of two unofficial Test matches between India A and Australia A. Set to take place from October 31 to November 3 at the Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay, Queensland, this match serves as a crucial lead-up to the much-anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, commencing on November 22.
Unofficial Test Match Details
Schedule
- Match: India A vs Australia A (1st Unofficial Test)
- Dates: October 31 – November 3, 2023
- Venue: Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay, Queensland
- Start Time: 5:30 AM IST (Toss at 5:00 AM IST)
Where to Watch
While the match will not be broadcast live in India, fans can catch all the action through live streaming on the Cricket Australia website and app at Cricket.com.au.
Team Squads
India A Squad
- Captain: Ruturaj Gaikwad
- Vice-Captain: Abhimanyu Easwaran
- Players:
- Sai Sudharsan
- Nitish Kumar Reddy
- Devdutt Padikkal
- Ricky Bhui
- Baba Indrajith
- Ishan Kishan (Wicketkeeper)
- Abishek Porel (Wicketkeeper)
- Mukesh Kumar
- Khaleel Ahmed
- Yash Dayal
- Navdeep Saini
- Manav Suthar
- Tanush Kotian
Australia A Squad
- Players:
- Sam Konstas
- Oliver Davies
- Nathan McSweeney
- Beau Webster
- Michael Neser
- Cooper Connolly
- Cameron Bancroft
- Jimmy Peirson
- Josh Philippe
- Scott Boland
- Todd Murphy
- Nathan McAndrew
- Fergus O’Neill
- Corey Rocchiccioli
- Mark Steketee
India’s Test Squad for Border-Gavaskar Trophy
Looking ahead, India has announced a formidable squad for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. This squad includes three debutants and a recalled player, promising an exciting series.
- Captain: Rohit Sharma
- Vice-Captain: Jasprit Bumrah
- Players:
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Abhimanyu Easwaran
- Shubman Gill
- Virat Kohli
- KL Rahul
- Rishabh Pant (Wicketkeeper)
- Sarfaraz Khan
- Dhruv Jurel (Wicketkeeper)
- R. Ashwin
- R. Jadeja
- Mohammed Siraj
- Akash Deep
- Prasidh Krishna
- Harshit Rana
- Nitish Kumar Reddy
- Washington Sundar
Key Highlights
- Captains at the Helm: With Ruturaj Gaikwad leading India A and the seasoned Rohit Sharma at the forefront of the Test squad, fans can expect strategic gameplay from both sides.
- Exciting Young Talent: The inclusion of debutants like Abhimanyu Easwaran and Nitish Kumar Reddy signals a focus on nurturing young talent ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
- Strategic Preparation: This unofficial Test is a vital opportunity for players to showcase their skills and make a case for selection in the upcoming series.
Conclusion
As the first unofficial Test match between India A and Australia A begins, cricket enthusiasts are in for a treat. With a strong lineup and the stakes high ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, this series promises thrilling moments and exceptional performances. Don’t miss the action—catch it live on Cricket Australia’s platforms!
