Tilak Varma Named Captain of India 'A' Team for Tri-Series Against Sri Lanka and Afghanistan Tilak Varma, a young prodigy in Indian cricket, has been appointed as the captain of the India 'A' team for an upcoming tri-series against Sri Lanka and Afghanistan. The series, set to take place from June 9 to June 21, 2026, at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Sri Lanka, will feature India 'A', Sri Lanka 'A', and Afghanistan 'A' teams competing in a round-robin format. The matches will determine the top two teams, which will advance to the final. This assignment marks a significant milestone for Varma, who is seen as a potential future leader of the senior Indian team. Varma’s appointment comes after his impressive performances in the IPL 2026, where he captivated audiences with his skills. The India 'A' team, bolstered by a mix of young talent, will face challenges in the series, with Varma’s leadership being critical to their success. The tri-series is not just a test of his cricketing abilities but also a platform to showcase his potential as a future captain. Varma credits his preparation for the role to guidance from senior figures in cricket. Gautham Gambhir, the head coach of the India 'A' team, played a pivotal role in shaping Varma’s mindset. Gambhir emphasized the importance of preparing Varma not only for the current series but also for future responsibilities, including leading the senior Indian team. Varma shared that Gambhir’s advice to focus on long-term growth and mental resilience has been instrumental in his development. Additionally, Varma acknowledged the influence of former captain Rohit Sharma, who served as a mentor during his time with the Mumbai Indians.#rohit_sharma #tilak_varma #rangiri_dambulla_international_stadium #gautham_gambhir #india_a_team
Tilak Varma Appointed India 'A' Captain for Sri Lanka Series, Receives Vice-Captaincy in T20 Team The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has assigned key leadership responsibilities to young cricketer Tilak Varma, including captaincy of the India 'A' team for the upcoming Sri Lanka tour. Varma, a Hyderabad-based batter, will lead the team in the multi-nation T20 series against Sri Lanka and Afghanistan 'A' teams, which will take place from June 9 to June 21, 2026, at the iconic Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Sri Lanka. The tournament will follow a double-round-robin format, with each team facing the other two teams twice. The top two teams will advance to a final on June 21, with two points awarded for a win and one point for a draw. Varma’s appointment marks a significant milestone in his career, as he will also serve as vice-captain of the senior India T20 team for the upcoming Ireland and England series. His role as captain of the India 'A' team comes after his successful leadership in previous tournaments, including the Emerging Asia Cup 2024 in Oman, where he guided the India 'A' team to a 2-1 victory over South Africa 'A' in a three-match ODI series. The decision to name Varma as captain was influenced by his close relationship with senior player Rohit Sharma, who provided guidance on leadership and decision-making under pressure. In an interview with Revsportz, Varma highlighted Sharma’s mentorship, stating, “Rohit bhai taught me how to handle intense pressure, from making crucial decisions to focusing on small details. His advice will be instrumental in the upcoming matches.#rohit_sharma #tilak_varma #board_of_control_for_crickey_in_india #rangiri_dambulla_international_stadium #srilanka
India A to Face Sri Lanka A in ODI Tri Series Opener at Dambulla The first match of the ODI Tri Series between India A and Sri Lanka A is set to take place today at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla. The game will start at 10:00 AM local time, with Afghanistan A serving as the third team in the series. This will be the first time Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the 15-year-old prodigy, will play after his stellar IPL 2026 campaign, where he scored 776 runs and won the Orange Cap. Suryavanshi also claimed awards for Most Valuable Player, Emerging Player of the Year, and most sixes in the tournament. He hit a century off 36 balls and was dismissed between 90-100 on three occasions. India A will be captained by Tilak Varma, with Rituraj Gaikwad as vice-captain. Varma has scored 176 runs in five matches, while Gaikwad, who replaces injured Riyan Parag, has been a key performer for the team. The Indian squad includes all-rounders like Nishant Sindhu, who has taken 22 wickets in 10 matches, and Anshul Kamboj, who will provide support in the bowling department. Sri Lanka A, on the other hand, has a strong batting lineup led by Sahana Arachchige and Nuvanidu Fernando. Arachchige has scored 248 runs in eight matches with an average of 31 and a strike rate of 75.37, while Fernando has contributed 217 runs at an average of 27.13. In the bowling department, Wanuja Sahan and Mohammad Shiraz are expected to play crucial roles. Wanuja has taken 8 wickets in four matches, and Shiraz has claimed 7 wickets in eight games. The series has a historical context, with Sri Lanka A winning the last two of the five matches played between the teams. The most recent encounter on June 7, 2019, saw Sri Lanka A defeat India A by 7 wickets, while India A had a narrow 10-wicket victory on June 8, 2019.#vaibhav_suryavanshi #tilak_varma #india_a #sri_lanka_a #rangiri_dambulla_international_stadium
