The excitement is palpable as the Junior Cricket Committee unveils India’s U19 squad for the highly anticipated ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2023 in the UAE. With a rich history in the tournament, where they have triumphed eight times, defending champions India are poised to showcase their cricketing prowess once again.
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U19 Squad Overview:
The selection committee has meticulously curated a squad of 15 talented individuals, backed by three traveling standby players and an additional list of four reserve players who will not be part of the touring contingent.
- Arshin Kulkarni (Maharashtra Cricket Association): The promising talent from Maharashtra adds depth to the squad.
- Adarsh Singh (Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association): Hailing from Uttar Pradesh, Adarsh brings his skills to the forefront on the international stage.
- Rudra Mayur Patel (Gujarat Cricket Association): Gujarat’s cricketing gem, Rudra Mayur Patel, is ready to make his mark.
- Sachin Dhas (Maharashtra Cricket Association): Another talent from Maharashtra, Sachin Dhas, is set to shine in the U19 arena.
- Priyanshu Moliya (Baroda Cricket Association): Representing Baroda, Priyanshu Moliya is a player to watch out for in the tournament.
- Musheer Khan (Mumbai Cricket Association): The younger sibling of Sarfaraz Khan, Musheer Khan, is geared up to showcase his cricketing skills.
- Uday Saharan (Captain, Punjab Cricket Association): Leading the pack, Uday Saharan from Punjab Cricket Association will steer the team towards success.
- Aravelly Avanish Rao (Wicketkeeper, Hyderabad Cricket Association): The wicketkeeping skills of Aravelly Avanish Rao will play a crucial role behind the stumps.
- Saumy Kumar Pandey (Vice-Captain, Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association): Serving as the Vice-Captain, Saumy Kumar Pandey brings leadership and talent from Madhya Pradesh.
- Murugan Abhishek (Hyderabad Cricket Association): Hailing from Hyderabad, Murugan Abhishek adds to the team’s bowling strength.
- Innesh Mahajan (Wicketkeeper, Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association): The wicketkeeping duties are in safe hands with Innesh Mahajan representing Himachal Pradesh.
- Dhanush Gowda (Karnataka State Cricket Association): Karnataka’s cricketing sensation, Dhanush Gowda, is all set to make an impact.
- Aaradhya Shukla (Punjab Cricket Association): Representing Punjab, Aaradhya Shukla is a player with immense potential.
- Raj Limbani (Baroda Cricket Association): Baroda’s pride, Raj Limbani, is geared up to contribute to the team’s success.
- Naman Tiwari (Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association): Uttar Pradesh’s Naman Tiwari adds a dynamic element to the squad.
Traveling Standby Players:
- Prem Devkar (Mumbai Cricket Association): Ready to step in if needed, Prem Devkar adds depth to the team’s resources.
- Ansh Gosai (Saurashtra Cricket Association): Saurashtra’s Ansh Gosai brings versatility to the squad.
- Md. Amaan (Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association): Representing Uttar Pradesh, Md. Amaan is a valuable addition to the standby players.
Reserve Players:
- Digvijay Patil (Maharashtra Cricket Association): Maharashtra’s Digvijay Patil is on standby, ready to contribute if called upon.
- Jayanth Goyat (Haryana Cricket Association): Haryana’s Jayanth Goyat is among the reserve players, adding depth to the team.
- P Vignesh (Tamil Nadu Cricket Association): Tamil Nadu’s P Vignesh brings his skills to the reserve bench, ready for action.
- Kiran Chormale (Maharashtra Cricket Association): Completing the list, Kiran Chormale from Maharashtra is a valuable reserve player.
Conclusion:
As the U19 squad prepares to embark on its journey in the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2023, all eyes will be on these emerging cricket stars. The blend of talent, leadership, and skill promises an exciting tournament ahead, and fans eagerly await the unfolding of India’s cricketing future on the international stage.
