2023 ACC U19 Asia Cup: Excitement resonates in the cricketing sphere as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) unveils the U19 squad for the much-anticipated ACC Under-19 Asia Cup 2023. Led by Uday Saharan, this promising team, brimming with young talent, aims to defend its title and clinch glory for the ninth time.
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INDIA U19 squad
| NO | NAME | ASSOCIATION |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arshin Kulkarni | Maharashtra Cricket Association |
| 2 | Adarsh Singh | Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association |
| 3 | Rudra Mayur Patel | Gujarat Cricket Association |
| 4 | Sachin Dhas | Maharashtra Cricket Association |
| 5 | Priyanshu Moliya | Baroda Cricket Association |
| 6 | Musheer Khan | Mumbai Cricket Association |
| 7 | Uday Saharan (C) | Punjab Cricket Association |
| 8 | Aravelly Avanish Rao (WK) | Hyderabad Cricket Association |
| 9 | Saumy Kumar Pandey (VC) | Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association |
| 10 | Murugan Abhishek | Hyderabad Cricket Association |
| 11 | Innesh Mahajan (WK) | Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association |
| 12 | Dhanush Gowda | Karnataka State Cricket Association |
| 13 | Aaradhya Shukla | Punjab Cricket Association |
| 14 | Raj Limbani | Baroda Cricket Association |
| 15 | Naman Tiwari | Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association |
Traveling standby players:
| NO | NAME | ASSOCIATION |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prem Devkar | Mumbai Cricket Association |
| 2 | Ansh Gosai | Saurashtra Cricket Association |
| 3 | Md. Amaan | Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association |
Reserve players:
| NO | NAME | ASSOCIATION |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Digvijay Patil | Maharashtra Cricket Association |
| 2 | Jayanth Goyat | Haryana Cricket Association |
| 3 | P Vignesh | Tamil Nadu Cricket Association |
| 4 | Kiran Chormale | Maharashtra Cricket Association |
2023 ACC U19 Asia Cup: BCCI Reveals Squad for 2023 ACC U19 Asia Cup
The 15-member squad boasts a stellar lineup, featuring Arshin Kulkarni, Adarsh Singh, Rudra Mayur Patel, Sachin Dhas, Priyanshu Moliya, Musheer Khan, Uday Saharan (C), Aravelly Avanish Rao (WK), Saumy Kumar Pandey (VC), Murugan Abhishek, Innesh Mahajan (WK), Dhanush Gowda, Aaradhya Shukla, Raj Limbani, and Naman Tiwari.
The team’s batting all-rounder, Musheer Khan, steals the spotlight as the 18-year-old dynamo showcases his prowess. Leading the charge is Uday Saharan, supported by Saumy Kumar Pandey as the vice-captain, creating a formidable leadership duo.
In addition to the core squad, three traveling standby players, including Prem Devkar, Ansh Gosai, and Md. Amaan, offer essential support. The BCCI has also named four reserve players—Digvijay Patil, Jayanth Goyat, P Vignesh, and Kiran Chormale, who, though not part of the touring contingent, remain ready for any unforeseen circumstances.
2023 ACC U19 Asia Cup: BCCI Reveals Squad for 2023 ACC U19 Asia Cup
A notable inclusion in the squad is Musheer Khan, the 18-year-old batting all-rounder and younger brother of Sarfaraz Khan. Having displayed stellar performances, including a triple century in the CK Nayudu Trophy, Musheer adds a dynamic element to the team.
India finds itself in Group 1 alongside formidable opponents like Pakistan, Nepal, and Afghanistan. The group stage kicks off on December 8, with India facing Afghanistan and later locking horns with arch-rivals Pakistan on December 10 at ICC Academy Oval – 1.
The ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup unfolds with group stage clashes, leading to the semi-finals on December 15 at Dubai International Stadium. The grand finale is set to take place on December 17, where the young guns of India aspire to etch their names in the tournament’s history.
2023 ACC U19 Asia Cup: BCCI Reveals Squad for 2023 ACC U19 Asia Cup
As the nation awaits the gripping encounters in the ACC U19 Asia Cup, the BCCI’s selection reflects a careful balance of experience and emerging talent. Will Uday Saharan’s leadership guide the team to another triumph, or will the challenges in Group 1 pose a stern test? Cricket enthusiasts eagerly await the unfolding drama in the quest for U19 supremacy.
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