Hanuma Vihari: Vihari was one of the major omissions from the Test squad selected for the upcoming series against New Zealand at home.
After being left out of the Test series against New Zealand, Indian batsman Hanuma Vihari has been added to India A squad for the upcoming tour of South Africa, according to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
The BCCI released a 16-man squad for the upcoming Test series against New Zealand on Friday, with vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane likely to lead India in the first Test before regular skipper Virat Kohli returns for the second.
Hanuma Vihari had a hamstring rupture the previous time he played for India
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But he battled through the agony and the Australian attack to help India rescue the Sydney Test in January. A result that was crucial in the team’s historic series win Down Under.
Despite his efforts, Vihari was not named to the squad for the New Zealand series. And In addition, the selection committee has provided no explanation for their decision.
Given that the team plays with five specialist batters at home. India’s philosophy in playing XI selection could be the cause for Vihari’s absence. In reality, Vihari has only played in one home Test match in his 12-match career.
With India’s next match against South Africa on the horizon. Team management must have felt the necessity for Vihari to gain experience in foreign settings with the ‘A’ team.
In addition, On Tuesday, the board announced India A squad. It firstly includes RCB young batter Devdutt Padikkal and Sunrisers Hyderabad’s current pace sensation Umran Malik. Secondly, As well as Priyank Panchal as captain.
The team will play three four-day matches at Bloemfontein, South Africa, on November 23, November 29, and December 6.
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