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3 days ago
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Who are the two Indian-origin boys named in Australia's U19 squad for series against India?
Aryan Sharma and Yash Deshmukh are the two boys of Indian roots, who have received a call-up to the Australia U19 squad for the upcoming series against India, starting from September 21. read more Being the powerhouse in the game of cricket, India's influence on the sport transcends boundaries. Whether it is England, the USA, Ireland, the Netherlands, or New Zealand, one can find a player of Indian descent almost everywhere. The latest case of the same has emerged from Australia, where two boys of Indian roots have made it to the Under-19 team of the country. Aryan Sharma and Yash Deshmukh have received a call-up to the Australia U19 squad and will feature in the upcoming series against India, starting from September 21. The India U19 team will tour Down Under and will play three 50-over games and two four-day matches. Subsequently, Brisbane and Mackay have been decided as the two venues for the tour. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Also Read | Who is Haider Ali? All you need to know about Pakistan cricketer arrested over rape allegations Who is Aryan Sharma? Aryan Sharma hails from the state of Victoria, and as per the stats mentioned on Play Cricket, Sharma has played 185 matches in his career (all formats) and scored 2659 runs at an average of 22.34. He has notched 11 fifties and is yet to make his debut hundred. His highest individual score is 76. His numbers suggest he is a handy bowler as well. Sharma has bowled a total of 105 overs in his career and has taken 17 wickets at an average of 26.94. Who is Yash Deshmukh Yash Deshmukh, on the other hand, is from New South Wales. His statistics as per Play Cricket state that he has played 121 matches in all formats and scored 2243 runs at an average of 27.69. He has 12 fifties and two hundreds under his name. His highest individual score is of 127. Compared to Aryan, Yash is a more seasonal bowler. He has bowled 722 overs in his career and has taken 112 wickets at an average of 25.59. His best bowling figures are 6 for 22. Hence, Australia have an all-rounder flourishing in the junior circuit. Who knows maybe he could go on to become the new age Shane Watson.


India Today
3 days ago
- Sport
- India Today
Australia name two Indian-origin players for U19 series against India
Two Indian-origin young cricketers - Aryan Sharma from Victoria and Yash Deshmukh from New South Wales - have been named in Australia's U19 men's squad for the series against India. The tour will have three 50-over matches and two four-day games in Brisbane and Mackay from 21 September to 10 Australia's youth selection panel, along with state talent managers, picked the 15-player squad. The series is part of CA's plan to develop young players and give them experience in both white-ball and red-ball is also preparation for the ICC U19 Men's World Cup in 2026, which will be held in Zimbabwe and Namibia. So far, the two-year cycle has included a camp at the National Cricket Centre in Brisbane, a tour to India, and a special spin and batting camp in India. This will be the first series for former Australian head coach Tim Nielsen in charge of the U19 squad. His experience at the top level is expected to help guide the the series, players will return to their states for the domestic season. The National Under-19 Male Championships in December will decide the final squad for the 2026 U19 World Cup. Australia men's U19 squad for India seriesSimon Budge, Alex Turner, Steve Hogan, Will Malajczuk, Yash Deshmukh, Tom Hogan, Aryan Sharma, John James, Hayden Schiller, Charles Lachmund, Ben Gordon, Will Byrom, Kasey Barton, Alex Lee Young, Jayden DraperAustralia vs India U19 series schedule:September 21 – 1st 50-over match, Ian Healy Oval, Brisbane – 2:30 pm AEST (Day/Night) /10:00 am ISTSeptember 24 – 2nd 50-over match, Ian Healy Oval, Brisbane – 2:30 pm AEST (Day/Night)/10:00 am ISTSeptember 26 – 3rd 50-over match, Ian Healy Oval, Brisbane – 2:30 pm AEST (Day/Night)/10:00 am ISTSeptember 30 – October 3 – 1st Four-day match, Ian Healy Oval, Brisbane – 10:00 am AEST/5:30 am ISTOctober 7 – 10 – 2nd Four-day match, Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay – 11:00 am AEDT/5:30 am IST- Ends


Indian Express
3 days ago
- Sport
- Indian Express
Australia name two Indian-origin boys in U19 men's squad for series against India U19
Two boys with Indian roots, Aryan Sharma and Yash Deshmukh, will be in the Australia U19 squad for the upcoming series against India from 21 September to 10 October. The series between India U19 and Australia U19 teams will feature three 50-over matches and two four-day matches in Brisbane and Mackay. While Aryan Sharma hails from the state of Victoria, Yash Deshmukh is from New South Wales. This series is part of Cricket Australia's long-term player development strategy, offering young players the chance to gain international experience in white-ball and red-ball formats. It forms part of the preparation for a two-year-long ICC U19 World Cup cycle, with the tournament scheduled for January 2026 in Zimbabwe and Namibia. The cycle has so far included a camp at the National Cricket Centre in Brisbane, AUS U19 tour to India, and a specialised spin/batting training camp in India. The matches mark the first appointment for former Australian coach Tim Nielsen as head coach of the national U19 squad, bringing a wealth of experience at international level, which will be invaluable in guiding Australia's next generation of cricketers. The National Under-19 male championships will be held in December, after which the final squad for the ICC U19 Men's World Cup 2026 will be selected. Cricket Australia said that the Australia U19 squad was chosen by the youth selection panel in collaboration with state talent managers. Following the series, players will return to their states and territories to continue preparations for the upcoming season. Simon Budge (WA/Melville CC) Alex Turner (VIC/Prahran CC) Steve Hogan (QLD/Sandgate-Redcliffe District CC) Will Malajczuk (WA/Subiaco Floreat CC) Yash Deshmukh (NSW/Fairfield Liverpool CC) Tom Hogan (ACT/Ginninderra CC) Aryan Sharma (VIC/Carlton CC) John James (NSW/Northern Districts CC) Hayden Schiller (SA/Northern Districts CC) Charles Lachmund (QLD/Western Districts CC) Ben Gordon (QLD/Sunshine Coast Scorchers) Will Byrom (NSW/Northern Districts CC) Kasey Barton (NSW/Sutherland CC) Alex Lee Young (NSW/Mosman CC) Jayden Draper (QLD/Valley District Cricket Club) September 21: 1st 50-over match, Ian Healy Oval, Brisbane, 2:30pm AEST (D/N) September 24: 2nd 50-over match I, Ian Healy Oval, Brisbane, 2:30pm AEST (D/N) September 26: 3rd 50-over match, Ian Healy Oval, Brisbane, 2:30pm AEST (D/N) September 30-October 3: 1st Four-day match, Ian Healy Oval, Brisbane, 10am AEST October 7-10: 2nd Four-day match, Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay, 11am AEDT


Time of India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Australia U19 squad vs India U19: India-origin Aryan Sharma, Yash Deshmukh named in 15-member lineup
Victoria's Aryan Sharma has been named in Australia U19's squad vs India U19. (Photo: Special Arrangeemnt) Cricket Australia has announced a 15-player squad for the upcoming men's U19 series against India, featuring three 50-over matches and two four-day matches in Brisbane and Mackay from September 21 to October 10. Two Indian-origin cricketers, Aryan Sharma from Victoria and Yash Deshmukh from NSW, have been included in the squad selected by the youth selection panel in collaboration with state talent managers. The series is part of Cricket Australia's long-term player development strategy, providing young players with international experience in both white-ball and red-ball formats. It contributes to the preparation for the ICC U19 World Cup scheduled for January 2026 in Zimbabwe and Namibia. The development cycle has included a camp at the National Cricket Centre in Brisbane, an Australia U19 tour to India, and a specialised spin/batting training camp in India. Former Australian coach Tim Nielsen has been appointed as the head coach of the national U19 squad, bringing his international experience to guide Australia's next generation of cricketers. The National Under-19 male championships will be held in December, after which the final squad for the ICC U19 Men's World Cup 2026 will be selected. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Learn 57+ Languages Easily with AI [Join] Talkpal AI Sign Up Undo "We're excited to continue our preparation for the ongoing ICC U19 World Cup cycle, with an exciting squad of emerging players. This series against India provides a valuable opportunity for our young players to experience international cricket in white-ball and red-ball formats and to test themselves against a high-quality opponent. The multi-format tour is designed to challenge players to adapt and grow, while also giving selectors and coaches meaningful insights ahead of the National U19 Championships in December," said Sonya Thompson, Cricket Australia Head of National Development. "We're also thrilled to welcome Tim Nielsen as Head Coach of the National U19 squad. His extensive international experience and leadership will be instrumental in guiding and inspiring Australia's next generation of cricketers. Strengthening our pathway programs remains a key priority for Australian Cricket, and we're committed to creating more opportunities for our most promising players to develop at domestic and international levels," Thompson added. Australia Under 19 Squad: Simon Budge, Alex Turner, Steve Hogan, Will Malajczuk, Yash Deshmukh, Tom Hogan, Aryan Sharma, John James, Hayden Schiller, Charles Lachmund, Ben Gordon, Will Byrom, Kasey Barton, Alex Lee Young, and Jayden Draper. Australia U19 reserves: Zed Hollick from WA/Scarborough CC, Tom Paddington from VIC/St Kilda CC, and Julian Osborne from NSW/Manly Warringah CC. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!


News18
3 days ago
- Sport
- News18
Aryan Sharma and Yash Deshmukh named in Australia U19 squad
Canberra [Australia], August 8 (ANI): Cricket Australia (CA) has announced a 15-player squad for the men's U19 series against India, featuring three 50-over matches and two four-day matches in Brisbane and Mackay from September 21 to October 10. Two indian origin budding cricketers from Victoria and NSW, Aryan Sharma and Yash Deshmukh, respectively, have been named in the Australia U19 men's squad, as per a press release from Cricket Australia. The squad was chosen by the youth selection panel in collaboration with state talent managers. Following the series, players will return to their states and territories to continue preparations for the upcoming season. This series is part of Cricket Australia's long-term player development strategy, offering young players the chance to gain international experience in white-ball and red-ball formats. It forms part of the preparation for a two-year-long ICC U19 World Cup cycle, with the tournament scheduled for January 2026 in Zimbabwe and Namibia. The cycle has so far included a camp at the National Cricket Centre in Brisbane, an Australia U19 tour to India, and a specialised spin/batting training camp in India. The matches mark the first appointment for former Australian coach Tim Nielsen as head coach of the national U19 squad, bringing a wealth of experience at the international level, which will be invaluable in guiding Australia's next generation of cricketers. The National Under-19 male championships will be held in December, after which the final squad for the ICC U19 Men's World Cup 2026 will be selected. Sonya Thompson, Cricket Australia Head of National Development, said as quoted by Cricket Australia press release, 'We're excited to continue our preparation for the ongoing ICC U19 World Cup cycle, with an exciting squad of emerging players. This series against India provides a valuable opportunity for our young players to experience international cricket in white-ball and red-ball formats and to test themselves against a high-quality opponent. The multi-format tour is designed to challenge players to adapt and grow, while also giving selectors and coaches meaningful insights ahead of the National U19 Championships in December." 'We're also thrilled to welcome Tim Nielsen as Head Coach of the National U19 squad. His extensive international experience and leadership will be instrumental in guiding and inspiring Australia's next generation of cricketers. Strengthening our pathway programs remains a key priority for Australian Cricket, and we're committed to creating more opportunities for our most promising players to develop at domestic and international levels," Sonya Thompson added. Australia Under 19 Squad: Simon Budge (WA/Melville CC), Alex Turner (VIC/Prahran CC), Steve Hogan (QLD/Sandgate-Redcliffe District CC), Will Malajczuk (WA/Subiaco Floreat CC), Yash Deshmukh (NSW/Fairfield Liverpool CC), Tom Hogan (ACT/Ginninderra CC), Aryan Sharma (VIC/Carlton CC), John James (NSW/Northern Districts CC), Hayden Schiller (SA/Northern Districts CC), Charles Lachmund (QLD/Western Districts CC), Ben Gordon (QLD/Sunshine Coast Scorchers), Will Byrom (NSW/Northern Districts CC), Kasey Barton (NSW/Sutherland CC), Alex Lee Young (NSW/Mosman CC), and Jayden Draper (QLD/Valley District Cricket Club).Reserves: Zed Hollick (WA/Scarborough CC), Tom Paddington (VIC/St Kilda CC) and Julian Osborne (NSW/Manly Warringah CC). (ANI) view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.