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Konstas, Handscomb, Richardson named in Australia A squad for 2026 India tour
✍️ Business Standard
🗓 01 Sep 2026, 02:38 PM
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Australia A has added Konstas, Handscomb and Richardson to its squad ahead of the planned 2026 tour of India, Business Standard reports.
Australia's second-tier cricket side, Australia A, has confirmed the inclusion of three players—Konstas, Handscomb and Richardson—in the squad set to tour India in 2026, according to Business Standard.
The selection aims to give the trio exposure to sub‑continental conditions ahead of potential elevation to the senior national team. All three have performed well in domestic competitions and are viewed as emerging talents.
Cricket Australia sees the 2026 India tour as a key part of its long‑term development programme, providing valuable match practice against quality opposition. Further details on the itinerary and additional squad members are expected to be released later this year.
The selection aims to give the trio exposure to sub‑continental conditions ahead of potential elevation to the senior national team. All three have performed well in domestic competitions and are viewed as emerging talents.
Cricket Australia sees the 2026 India tour as a key part of its long‑term development programme, providing valuable match practice against quality opposition. Further details on the itinerary and additional squad members are expected to be released later this year.