Rajat Patidar asks BCCI to remove him from India A squad, Ayush Badoni named replacement

Rajat Patidar has requested to be removed from the India A squad for the upcoming ACC Rising Stars Asia Cup due to existing injuries, leading to the inclusion of all-rounder Ayush Badoni. The BCCI accepted Patidar's request on November 8, confirming his withdrawal from 50-over format consideration. Additionally, Rinku Singh was named vice-captain of the squad under captain Tilak Varma.

The tournament will take place in Doha, Qatar, from November 19 to November 29. India A has been placed in Group B alongside Pakistan, Nepal, and UAE, with their opening match scheduled against Nepal on November 20 at the West End Park International Stadium.