With India's Test squad for the upcoming home series against West Indies set to be unveiled later today, several players vying for spots endured a forgettable outing against Australia A in Lucknow on September 24. The timing of these struggles could not have been worse, coming only hours before chief selector Ajit Agarkar and his panel are expected to finalise the squad in Dubai, ahead of India's Asia Cup Super Four clash against Bangladesh.
At the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium, Australia A dominated proceedings, piling up over 400 runs in their first innings. In reply, India A's top order faltered badly, with multiple contenders for the West Indies Tests failing to make an impression. Senior opener KL Rahul, desperate for a big score to strengthen his case, scratched his way to 11 from 24 deliveries before edging behind off Will Sutherland. His lean patch continues to cast doubt on whether he can reclaim a place in the red-ball side.
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