India Announces Squads for Upcoming Series Against Afghanistan
India Vs Afghanistan Test & ODI Squads Announcement Live Updates: Bumrah Unlikely For AFG Series, Gill To Captain

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will announce the squads for the one-off Test and three ODIs against Afghanistan, scheduled from June 6 to 20. Jasprit Bumrah may be rested due to workload management, while new talents like Auqib Nabi Dar and Prince Yadav could make their debuts.
- 01The BCCI senior men’s selection committee is led by Ajit Agarkar.
- 02Bumrah's potential absence opens the door for Auqib Nabi Dar, who excelled in the Ranji Trophy.
- 03Harshit Rana is ruled out due to injury, affecting India's fast-bowling options.
- 04Other players under scrutiny for selection include Ravindra Jadeja, Rishabh Pant, and Axar Patel.
- 05Prince Yadav from Lucknow Super Giants is likely to receive his first call-up for the ODI series.
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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is preparing to announce the squads for the upcoming one-off Test and three-match ODI series against Afghanistan, set to take place from June 6 to 20. The senior men’s selection committee, chaired by Ajit Agarkar, is expected to present a full-strength squad for the Test match in New Chandigarh. However, the inclusion of world No. 1 Test bowler Jasprit Bumrah remains uncertain as he may be rested due to workload management, given that the Test is not part of the ongoing World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle. In Bumrah's absence, Jammu and Kashmir fast bowler Auqib Nabi Dar, who was instrumental in J&K’s Ranji Trophy victory as the tournament's top wicket-taker, could earn his maiden call-up. The ODI squad selection is also crucial, especially with Harshit Rana ruled out due to injury and Mohammed Shami no longer in the selectors' plans. Additionally, the selection of established players like Ravindra Jadeja, Rishabh Pant, and Axar Patel is under review. Reports indicate that Prince Yadav, who has shown promise in the IPL, is in line for his first ODI call-up.
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The squad selection will affect local players' careers and provide opportunities for emerging talent.
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