Musheer Khan to join India A for Australia tour: Report
Musheer Khan, the 19-year-old cricket sensation, is set to join the India A squad for their upcoming tour of Australia, as per PTI. This decision comes after his impressive performance in the Duleep Trophy 2024 opener, where he scored a remarkable century. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar has taken note of Khan's exceptional composure under pressure during this match. Here are further details.
Khan's standout performance in Duleep Trophy
Khan, who was playing his debut match in the Duleep Trophy, showcased his skills by scoring 181 runs in the opener. His performance was instrumental in leading India B to victory over India A by 76 runs. Despite wickets falling at the other end, Khan remained focused and helped his team recover from a challenging position of 94/7 to post a total of 321.
Khan's selection for Australia tour confirmed
Khan's consistent performance has reportedly secured his place in the India A squad for the shadow tour of Australia, which includes three 'four-day' Tests. The selection committee was particularly impressed by his double century in the Ranji Trophy quarter-final and another century in the final. The team for this tour will be chosen based on performances in both Duleep Trophy and Irani Cup matches.
Khan and Suthar: Strong contenders for selection
Khan and Rajasthan's left-arm spinner Manav Suthar are considered strong contenders for the Australia tour. Suthar has emerged as a promising left-arm spinner following Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel. Khan's ability to perform under pressure, as seen in his 373-ball innings (62.1 overs out of 116) with tailender Navdeep Saini, further strengthens his case for selection.
Khan's cricket career and future prospects
In his short first-class career spanning seven matches, Khan has already scored three centuries and a half-century. His additional skills as a left-arm spinner add to his appeal as a top-order batter. Former India wicketkeeper-batter Vijay Dahiya praised Khan's strong mindset and consistency, suggesting that he could be an excellent choice for the Indian team if he continues to score runs consistently.
