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India’s intra-squad match called off after Shardul Thakur bludgeons 122 against Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj

India’s intra-squad match called off after Shardul Thakur bludgeons 122 against Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj

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All-rounder Shardul Thakur made a strong case for his inclusion in the playing XI for the first Test against England as he slammed an unbeaten 122 while playing for India A in the intra-squad match against India. His knock came against an attack comprising Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna and Arshdeep Singh.  Shardul Thakur slammed an unbeaten knock of 122 in the intra-squad match(BCCI Twitter) Earlier, Shardul impressed one and all with the ball in hand as well while bowling for India A as he troubled the likes of KL Rahul, Shubman Gill and Karun Nair.  Earlier, Sarfaraz Khan had played a 76-ball knock of 101 runs on Day 2 with the help of 15 fours and two sixes. Shardul was unbeaten at the crease at Stumps on Day 2. He came out to bat on Day 3 and scored his century. The management now has a real headache regarding who to select between Nitish Kumar Reddy and Shardul. Shardul was not named in the squad for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, while Nitish Kumar Reddy played all five Tests. The latter also scored a century in the Melbourne Test. However, his returns with the ball left much to be desired. Also Read: Sarfaraz Khan blasts 76-ball century in front of Ajit Agarkar with VVS Laxman watching Shardul has a knack for taking wickets against the tide and is rated highly as a man with a golden arm. Whether he gets a go in the playing XI for the Headingley Test remains to be seen.  Shardul earned a call-up into the India squad for the series against England on the back of a strong domestic season for Mumbai where he emerged as the stand-out performer in the Ranji Trophy. The all-rounder last played a Test for India in December 2023 against South Africa in Centurion. He has thus far played 11 Tests, scoring 331 runs and taking 31 wickets. Intra-squad match comes to an end The intra-squad match between India and India A was called off by the management midway through Day 3. The game was supposed to last until Monday, June 16. However, the management called the match off after two and a half days. Almost eight sessions were played out. For India, KL Rahul and Shubman Gill impressed with the bat. The duo scored half-centuries to help India post 469 runs on the board. For India A, Sarfaraz was the standout performer, scoring 101 runs off 76 balls. However, he has not been named in the main squad for the series against England.  On Day 2, Jasprit Bumrah had gone wicketless while Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna returned with two wickets each. Nitish Kumar Reddy also scalped one.  The Indian team will now leave for Headingley on Tuesday, June 17. The first Test will begin on June 20 in Headingley, Leeds. 

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India's intra-squad game: Sarfaraz Khan slams century as Jasprit Bumrah goes wicketless in Beckenham | Cricket News

India’s intra-squad game: Sarfaraz Khan slams century as Jasprit Bumrah goes wicketless in Beckenham | Cricket News

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Sarfaraz Khan and Ravindra Jadeja during the intra-squad game. (Pic credit: BCCI) NEW DELHI: Sarfaraz Khan continued his strong form in England with a blazing century for India A against the main Indian Test squad on Day 2 of the ongoing intra-squad warm-up game in Beckenham on Saturday. While the 27-year-old dazzled with a 76-ball 101, Jasprit Bumrah endured a quiet outing, finishing wicketless in his seven-over spell.India A ended Day 2 at 299/6 in reply to India’s 459, with Ishan Kishan unbeaten on 45 and Shardul Thakur on 19. The highlight of the day, however, was Sarfaraz’s explosive ton, laced with 15 fours and two sixes. He was eventually retired out to allow others a hit in the middle — a tactical call that didn’t diminish the impact of his knock.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Sarfaraz’s latest hundred adds to his growing reputation in English conditions. He had earlier scored 92 against England Lions in an unofficial Test match, showcasing his talent ahead of India’s five-match Test series against England starting June 20. Poll How impressed are you with Sarfaraz Khan’s performance in the warm-up match? Earlier in the innings, India A lost Ruturaj Gaikwad for a two-ball duck to Mohammed Siraj, caught behind by Rishabh Pant. But Abhimanyu Easwaran (39) and Sai Sudharsan (38) — both part of the upcoming Test squad — provided some stability.Among the Indian bowlers, Siraj (2/86) and Prasidh Krishna (2/41) made notable contributions, while Nitish Kumar Reddy picked up one wicket. However, India’s premier fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah failed to make an impact, conceding 36 runs in his seven overs without taking a wicket. Arshdeep Singh (0/52 in 12 overs) also went wicketless.India’s batting on Day 1 was anchored by half-centuries from captain Shubman Gill and KL Rahul, who looked fluent in the middle as the team builds towards the England Test challenge.

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IND vs ENG: Top 5 best Test knocks by Indian batters in England | Cricket News

IND vs ENG: Top 5 best Test knocks by Indian batters in England | Cricket News

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India will take on England in a five-match Test series starting June 20 at Headingley in Leeds. The series will mark the beginning of the 2025–27 World Test Championship (WTC) cycle.Ahead of this marquee contest, let’s look back at some of the finest batting performances by Indian batters on English soil in the 21st century. No. 5 — Rahul Dravid (146 at The Oval, 2011) In 2011, India had a terrible tour in England and lost the series 4-0. But one man kept fighting and it was Rahul Dravid, the ‘Wall’. He was India’s best batsman in that series and scored three centuries. His unbeaten 146 at The Oval was special because he opened the innings and stayed not out till the end. He faced 266 balls and hit 20 fours. Even though India lost the match by an innings and the series was a whitewash, Dravid’s knock was a reminder of his class and determination. RAHUL DRAVID 146 vs England | 4th Test 2011 | FULL EXTENDED HIGHLIGHTS Gautam Gambhir sends stern message after Bengaluru tragedy No. 4 — Rohit Sharma (127 at The Oval, 2021) Rohit Sharma finally shut up all the talk about his overseas record with a brilliant century in England. In the fourth Test at The Oval in 2021, Rohit scored 127 runs full of patience and calm. India were behind by 99 runs but Rohit’s knock turned the match in India’s favour. He batted for 256 balls, hit 14 fours and smashed a six too. India won the match by 157 runs and the series ended 2-2. That innings is still one of Rohit’s best in Tests. Rohit Shines for India! | England v India – Day 3 Highlights | 4th LV= Insurance Test 2021 No. 3 — KL Rahul (129 at Lord’s, 2021) KL Rahul’s century at Lord’s was a treat to watch. In the second Test of the 2021 series, he scored 129 runs and gave India a solid start with Rohit Sharma. They put up a 123-run opening stand. Rahul batted for 250 balls, hitting 12 fours and a six. Thanks to his knock, India made 364 in the first innings and later won the match by 151 runs. Scoring a century at Lord’s is always special and Rahul did it in style. 👏 Setting The Tone! | KL Rahul Hits Sublime 129 | England v India No. 2 — Virat Kohli (149 at Edgbaston, 2018) Before the 2018 series, people said Kohli couldn’t score runs in England. He answered everyone with a brilliant 149 in the first Test at Edgbaston. Coming in when India were struggling at 54/2, Kohli faced Anderson and Broad and fought like a true leader. He hit 22 fours and a six, and almost single-handedly kept India alive in the match. India lost the Test by just 31 runs and the series 4-1, but Kohli’s knock is still remembered as one of his best overseas centuries. Kohli’s FIRST Test Century in England! | Edgbaston 2018 | England Cricket No. 1 — Ajinkya Rahane (103 at Lord’s, 2014) India’s only win in the 2014 series came at Lord’s and the hero was Ajinkya Rahane. On a pitch where the ball was moving a lot, Rahane played a smart and brave innings. He scored 103 runs from 154 balls, with 15 fours and a six. He also built a very important 90-run partnership with Bhuvneshwar Kumar. Because of Rahane’s century, India managed 295 runs and later won the match by 95 runs. That win at Lord’s is still one of India’s most famous overseas victories. Ajinkya Rahane Leads India With Stunning 100! | England v India 2014 | Lord’s India vs England Test series 2025 scheduleFirst Test: June 20-24, Headingley (Leeds)Second Test: July 2-6, Edgbaston (Birmingham)Third Test: July 10-14, Lord’s (London)Fourth Test, July 23-27, Old Trafford (Manchester)Fifth Test: July 31- August 4, The Oval (London)As India gear up for the challenging five-Test series in England starting June 20 at Headingley, memories of these iconic knocks serve as a reminder of what it takes to succeed on English soil. From Dravid’s grit to Rahane’s composure, these innings reflect the resilience and skill Indian batters have shown in tough conditions. With a new World Test Championship cycle beginning, fans will be hoping for more such moments of brilliance as India look to rewrite history in England once again.

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IND vs ENG: KL Rahul has special message to Karun Nair ahead of England series | Cricket News

IND vs ENG: KL Rahul has special message to Karun Nair ahead of England series | Cricket News

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Indian wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has expressed strong support for his former Karnataka teammate Karun Nair, who has made a comeback to the Indian Test cricket squad after an eight-year gap. Nair, who previously scored a triple century against England in 2016, earned his recall following impressive performances in domestic cricket and county cricket in England. Karun Nair’s return to the national team comes after a successful stint with Northampton in the 2024 County Championship Division Two, where he scored 487 runs in 11 innings. His recent form includes a double century (204) for India A against England Lions in an unofficial Test match. The 33-year-old Nair demonstrated exceptional form in domestic cricket last season, accumulating nine centuries across different formats. His Ranji Trophy campaign yielded 863 runs in 9 matches at an average of 53.93, including four centuries and two half-centuries. Gautam Gambhir sends stern message after Bengaluru tragedy Poll Do you think Karun Nair’s comeback will benefit the Indian Test team? In the Vijay Hazare Trophy, Nair maintained his impressive run-scoring ability, amassing 779 runs in eight innings at an average of 389.50, including five centuries. His first-class cricket record shows 8470 runs in 186 innings at an average of 49.82, with 24 centuries and 36 half-centuries. “I’ve known him for a very long time and the months that he spent here in the UK playing cricket and how hard and how lonely it was and for him to be able to do all of that and come back into the Indian team,” KL Rahul said in a video posted by BCCI. “I think it’s special for him, for his family, and for friends like us who’ve seen his journey. So, like I said very inspiring as well and hopefully his experience and his learnings from playing county cricket here will hold him in good stead when he plays the Test matches here,” Rahul added. Quiz: Who’s that IPL player? Nair’s previous stint with the Indian Test team lasted from November 2016 to March 2017, during which he scored 374 runs in seven innings. His career highlight came when he became only the second Indian batsman after Virender Sehwag to score a triple century in Test cricket, achieving the feat with an unbeaten 303 against England in Chennai in December 2016. “Feels really special. Very grateful and very fortunate to be able to get this opportunity again and really looking forward and excited to grab this opportunity with both hands,” Nair said in response to his selection. “Not sure actually! I think I’ll have to experience that feeling myself and, you know, just go out there and feel it for myself. And I’m sure there’ll be a lot of feelings, ones that I can’t express right now and It’ll be a special feeling,” Nair added when asked about his emotions regarding the comeback. The duo of Rahul and Nair share a long history, having played age-group cricket together and recently representing Delhi Capitals in the 2025 IPL season. Nair’s selection for the upcoming five-match Test series against England comes with the advantage of his recent experience in English conditions through county cricket.

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India vs England: From Lions to Lord's? Teen pacer joins England squad after KL Rahul scalp | Cricket News

India vs England: From Lions to Lord’s? Teen pacer joins England squad after KL Rahul scalp | Cricket News

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Teenage fast bowler Eddie Jack has been drafted in as a practice option with the senior England team ahead of the opening Test against India at Headingley, starting June 20, following an eye-catching display for the England Lions against India A.The 19-year-old Hampshire pacer, standing 6-foot-4 tall, turned heads during the second unofficial Test in Northampton by removing century-maker KL Rahul and regularly troubling India’s top-order. Jack finished with figures of 2/71 in the second innings, also claiming the wicket of Dhruv Jurel — one of India’s rising stars.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!According to The Times, Jack “impressed” the England Lions’ coaching group, which includes Andrew Flintoff, Mark Wood and Graeme Swann. Though yet to debut in the County Championship, Jack has shown maturity beyond his years in two first-class games against India A and with a five-wicket haul in a recent warm-up match against Zimbabwe. Poll How do you feel about Eddie Jack’s inclusion in the senior England team ahead of the Test series against India? His inclusion in England’s practice setup comes at a critical juncture, with injuries depleting the hosts’ pace resources. Jofra Archer is unavailable for the first Test, Mark Wood is out for the summer, and Gus Atkinson is nursing a hamstring injury. While veteran Chris Woakes and Josh Tongue also featured against India A, Jack’s presence adds depth and raw pace to England’s fast-bowling mix.The five-match Test series will mark the beginning of a new WTC cycle and a fresh chapter in Indian cricket, with Shubman Gill stepping in as captain following the retirements of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Gautam Gambhir sends stern message after Bengaluru tragedy England squad for first Test against India Ben Stokes (Captain), Shoaib Bashir, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Sam Cook, Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Jamie Overton, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Jamie Smith, Josh Tongue, Chris Woakes

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Who made their presence count in the India A vs England Lions unofficial Tests ahead of five-match series? | Cricket News

Who made their presence count in the India A vs England Lions unofficial Tests ahead of five-match series? | Cricket News

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NEW DELHI: AAnshul Kamboj starred on the final day with a maiden First-Class fifty and two wickets as India A’s second unofficial Test against England Lions ended in a draw on Monday. Chasing an improbable 439-run target in the final session of the four-day match, the Lions stumbled to 32 for 3 before both captains agreed to shake hands.India A will now head to Beckenham to join the senior squad for a four-day intra-squad match scheduled from June 13-16 at the Kent County Cricket Ground.The first unofficial Test between the two sides in Canterbury had also ended in a draw.Here’s a look at the standout performers for India A across the two matches, ahead of the five-match Test series against England:KL RAHULIt was a productive return for Test opener KL Rahul. After missing the first unofficial Test, he made an immediate impact in the second, scoring a composed 116 off 168 deliveries (15 fours, 1 six) in the first innings. He followed it up with a solid 51 in the second innings, taking his match tally to 167 runs at an average of 83.50 and a strike rate of 71.98. With his experience and form, Rahul is expected to strengthen India’s top order in the opening Test at Leeds.KARUN NAIRSet to return to the Indian Test side after more than eight years, Karun Nair made the most of his opportunity. The middle-order batter, who became only the second Indian to score a triple century in Tests (after Virender Sehwag), last played in 2017. In his comeback series, Nair was impressive, notching up a double century in the first unofficial Test. He followed it with scores of 40 and 15 in the second game. On current form, Nair appears to be a strong contender for the playing XI in the Leeds Test. MLC: Venky Harinarayan on growing cricket in the USA, AI-driven teams and the Olympic boost SARFARAZ KHANDespite being left out of the main Test squad for the England series, Sarfaraz Khan made a strong statement with the bat. He struck a fluent 92 in the first innings of the opening unofficial Test, laced with 13 boundaries. The innings was a timely reminder of his quality, especially in testing English conditions, and sent a clear message to the selectors that he’s ready if called upon.ABHIMANYU EASWARANCaptain Abhimanyu Easwaran had a mixed series. After a disappointing start with just 8 runs in the first innings of the opening game, he bounced back with a brisk 68 off 87 balls in the second innings. In the second unofficial Test, he was dismissed for 11 in the first innings but recovered with a gritty 80 in the second. Easwaran’s overall effort keeps him firmly in the race for a top-order slot in India’s Test XI at Leeds.

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KL Rahul A+, Yashasvi Jaiswal D: Report card of Indian stars in India A vs England Lions

KL Rahul A+, Yashasvi Jaiswal D: Report card of Indian stars in India A vs England Lions

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The India A vs. England Lions series ended with another draw in Canterbury on Monday, June 9. The visitors put on a good showing with the bat and took a lead in the first innings, as KL Rahul and others led the way. The result was always going to be a stalemate as both teams were given a flat deck, and a result was improbable from four days. For the visitors, it was all about giving some much-needed game time for some of the stars, who will be part of the India squad for the Test series against England, starting from June 20. KL Rahul, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Karun Nair, Dhruv Jurel, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Shardul Thakur will be part of the squad that will play the first Test in Headingley later this month and they got some good time in the middle across both matches against England Lions. While some of them grabbed the spotlight with their consistent performances, the others failed to impress and make a mark. Before we analyse the performances, a special mention to some of the stars from the series, who aren’t part of the main squad. They have shown that they should be in consideration for a Test call-up in the near future and are knocking on the door of the Indian selectors. Honourable mentions Anshul Kamboj (A): The youngster from Haryana has been turning heads on the domestic circuit and carried the form into the IPL, where he was impressive with CSK. During the two-match series against the Lions, Kamboj showed control with the ball and had an economy of 3.04 on tracks that were best suited for batting. To top it all, he got a fifty in the second innings of the second unofficial Test. Definitely one to watch out for in the future. Khaleel Ahmed (B+): Khaleel Ahmed played just one match and picked up four wickets. India have been looking for a left-arm pacer in the setup for quite some time and Khaleel has been impressive in the past few years. Sarfaraz Khan (B+): Many felt that Sarfaraz was unfortunate to have missed out on the main squad, despite working hard. He played a brilliant knock in the first Test and will remain in the eyes of the selectors. Report card for Indian stars KL Rahul (A+): Rahul put in a special request to be part of the India A squad for the second match against the Lions and made a statement. The Karnataka batter scored a hundred and fifty in the two innings he batted and ended up with 167 runs. Definitely good signs for India heading into the 5-match series. Yashasvi Jaiswal (D): While Rahul excelled, the same coudln’t be said about Yashasvi Jaiswal. In the four innings he batted, the Mumbai batter scored just 110 runs, which included a fifty as well. He will need to bounce back quickly after this one. Karun Nair (A+): The remontada for Karun Nair continued in the two matches against the Lions, as he emerged as the highest run-getter with 259 runs across the two matches. He also picked up one wicket in the first Test to cap off a fine series. Dhruv Jurel (A+): Dhruv Jurel was the most consistent batter during the series with 227 runs and three fifties to his name. If India needs a pure batter during the England series, Jurel would be the man for the job. Abhimanyu Easwaran (B): Abhimanyu Easwaran had a good series with 167 runs to his name from 4 innings and had two fifties to his name. He has been waiting for a long time to be a part of the Indian team and hopefully, he will get it this time. Nitish Kumar Reddy (C): After a breakout series in Australia, Nitish Kumar Reddy didn’t have a great outing in England. The all-rounder scored 135 runs in 4 innings and picked up just two wickets. Shardul Thakur (D): Shardul is aiming to make a return to the Indian team after a hiatus but his audition during the series against the Lions didn’t go according to plan. The all-rounder scored just 80 runs from 3 innings and got three wickets across both matches. Published On: Jun 10, 2025

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India A vs England Lions, 2nd unofficial Test: KL Rahul hits form with ton and half-century in drawn Test | Cricket News

India A vs England Lions, 2nd unofficial Test: KL Rahul hits form with ton and half-century in drawn Test | Cricket News

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The second unofficial four-day Test between India A and England Lions concluded in a draw at Northampton on Monday, with unbeaten half-centuries from Tanush Kotian (90 not out) and Anshul Kamboj (51 not out) highlighting India A’s second innings total of 417/7 declared.India A set a target of 439 for England Lions in the post-tea session on the final day, after which the Lions managed 32/3 in 11 overs before the match ended.Mumbai all-rounder Kotian struck 10 fours in his 108-ball innings of 90 not out, forming an unbroken 149-run partnership for the eighth wicket with Kamboj against a tiring England Lions attack. Gautam Gambhir sends stern message after Bengaluru tragedy Kamboj capitalized on his opportunity with a solid fifty, as the Lions were forced to employ part-time bowlers in search of wickets. The duo displayed exceptional temperament, nullifying any late attempts at a breakthrough and showcasing India A’s batting depth.Earlier in the innings, KL Rahul contributed 51 runs while Abhimanyu Easwaran made 80, and Nitish Kumar Reddy scored 42. George Hill was the most successful bowler for England Lions with figures of 3/64.Quiz: Who’s that IPL player?The match followed a similar pattern to the first unofficial Test in Canterbury, which also ended in a draw.In the brief chase, Kamboj picked up 2 wickets for 6 runs in England Lions’ second innings of 32/3 in 11 overs.India A had scored 348 in their first innings, while England Lions managed 327 in response.

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Abhimanyu, Rahul fifties extend India A’s lead to 184 after Khaleel’s four-for in unofficial Test

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KL Rahul followed up his first-innings hundred with another half-century to prepare in earnest for the upcoming Test series, while Abhimanyu Easwaran pressed his case with an 80-run knock as India A stretched their overall lead to 184 in the second unofficial Test against England Lions here on Sunday. India A ended the third day’s play at 163/4 after Rahul (51 off 64 balls) and Easwaran shared 88 runs for the second wicket. Earlier, left-arm pacer Khaleel Ahmed produced a penetrating spell of seam bowling to return figures of 4/70, as India A bowled out England Lions for 327 in the second session to secure a first-innings lead of 21 runs. In reply, India A once again lost Yashasvi Jaiswal (5) early, but Rahul picked up from where he left off in the first essay. His fluent knock was studded with nine boundaries. Eyeing a maiden Test call-up, Abhimanyu looked solid en route to his second fifty of the tour, which included nine hits to the fence. Abhimanyu, however, fell short of a century as he edged an outswinger from Chris Woakes (2/31) to second slip shortly after a bad light interruption. At stumps on the penultimate day, Dhruv Jurel (6) and Nitish Kumar Reddy (1) were at the crease. England’s George Hill provided the early breakthrough with the left-handed Jaiswal getting out to a tentative poke to the keeper, his second straight low score after his 17 in the first innings. Rahul and Abhimanyu then steadied the innings with a confident stand. The skipper was particularly commanding with his drives and showed good judgement in leaving balls that climbed on length. Rahul, meanwhile, looked comfortable against both pace and spin and brought up his half-century in 61 balls. However, three balls after reaching his fifty, Rahul perished. Eddie Jack got one to rear up, forcing a top-edged pull from Rahul that was pouched at mid-on. Fresh from a double century in the first match, Karun Nair looked composed as he joined Abhimanyu but was dismissed by Woakes. Earlier, England Lions resumed at 192/3 but suffered a dramatic collapse in the morning session, losing four wickets for just 10 runs. Khaleel set the tone, removing skipper James Rew (10) and Hill (0) off successive deliveries to trigger the slide. He then dismissed Woakes (5) to reduce the Lions to 266/8 by lunch. After the break, Nitish Kumar Reddy ended Farhan Ahmed’s dogged 87-ball stay for 24, making it 279/9. However, the last-wicket pair of Josh Tongue and 19-year-old Eddie Jack frustrated India A with a gritty 48-run stand, which dragged the hosts past the 300-run mark. Tongue remained unbeaten on 36 (61 balls), while Jack, in just his second first-class match, impressed with his composure under pressure, striking three boundaries and defending stoutly. India A tried everything to break the final stand, including taking the second new ball in the 81st over. Khaleel was brought back in search of a five-for, but it was Anshul Kamboj (2/56) who finally ended the resistance at the stroke of tea. Tushar Deshpande (2/62) also made his mark, accounting for Max Holden (7). Jordan Cox (45) had earlier batted fluently in the morning, adding useful runs with Rew before falling just short of a fifty to become Khaleel’s first victim. Brief Scores: India A: 348 and 163/4 in 33 overs (KL Rahul 51, Abhimanyu Easwaran 80) vs England Lions 327 in 89 overs (Emilio Gay 71, Tom Haines 54, Jordan Cox 45, Josh Tongue 36 not out; Khaleel Ahmed 4/70, Anshul Kamboj 2/56, Tushar Deshpande 2/62). Published – June 09, 2025 02:48 am IST

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England Lions vs India A, Day 2, Live Score: Kotiyan, Kamboj fall to Josh Tongue early

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Here we go. Tanush Kotiyan has the bat and Josh Tongue is bowling at him. Kotiyan and Anshul Kamboj will hope to get India A to 350+ run total in the first innings of the match. Kotiyan starts off brightly, hitting a stunning cover drive against Tongue, who had a tough day out yesterday as well. But Josh Tongue gets the last laugh. Length ball on the top of off stump. The ball slightly nips back and dislodges the bail on the off stump. 2nd unofficial Test, Day 2: India A (329/8 in 84 ovs) vs England Lions. Tanush Kotiyan (11), Anshul Kamboj (1*).

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