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Rajat Patidar Withdraws from India A Squad for Asia Cup
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What Happened?
Rajat Patidar has withdrawn from the India A squad for the ACC Rising Stars Asia Cup due to ongoing injuries. Ayush Badoni replaces him, and Rinku Singh is now vice-captain.
Key points
- Patidar has asked the BCCI not to consider him for ODI selection due to fitness issues.
- He has been dealing with injuries, including a left-knee problem and a finger injury from IPL 2025.
- The BCCI confirmed his withdrawal and announced Ayush Badoni as his replacement.
- Rinku Singh has been appointed as vice-captain for the tournament.
- India A will compete in Group B against Pakistan A, Nepal, and the UAE.
Key insights
- Patidar's decision may affect his future selection in ODIs.
- The new squad composition could provide opportunities for emerging players.
- Injuries have been a recurring issue for Patidar, which may influence his performance in future tournaments.
Why it matters
Patidar's withdrawal highlights ongoing injury challenges in his career, impacting team dynamics.
Entities
Rajat Patidar· PersonIndia A· TeamAsia Cup· EventAyush Badoni· PersonRinku Singh· PersonBCCI· Organization
Source
India Today
