India's lineups for their South African tour have been confirmed by the BCCI. The itinerary includes a balanced mix of three T20Is, three ODIs, and two Tests, with the T20 series starting December 10. While Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are opting out of the white-ball games, Rohit will remain the captain for the Test series. Leadership for the limited-overs games will be shared, with KL Rahul leading the ODI squad and Suryakumar Yadav heading the T20I side.
The BCCI announced India’s squads for their forthcoming tour of South Africa, where the Men in Blue is scheduled to play three T20Is, as many ODIs, and two Tests. The three-match T20I series is set to begin on December 10. Both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have taken a break from the white-ball leg of the tour. In the Test series, Rohit will continue to lead the team. Meanwhile, KL Rahul has been named as the ODI captain, while Suryakumar Yadav will continue to command the T20Is.
Indian cricket fans have reason to celebrate as Sanju Samson returns to the international stage via the ODI squad. Samson's career has been a bit of a rollercoaster; his last ODI appearance was back in August 2023 in the West Indies. Despite playing T20Is in Ireland, he didn't make the cut for the World Cup. The 29-year-old has a strong track record in the 50-over format since 2021, boasting 390 runs over 13 games with a solid average of 55.71. Joining him in the squad is Rajat Patidar, who is back in action following an injury layoff.
Sai Sudharsan, the talented cricketer from Tamil Nadu, has received his first-ever call-up for an India ODI series. The squad also welcomes back leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal for the three ODIs. Meanwhile, Ajinkya Rahane—who made a surprise appearance in this year's World Test Championship final—has been left out of the Test squad, with Shreyas Iyer taking his place.