Ashok Sharma replaces injured Yudhvir Singh in India A squad for tri-series in Sri Lanka

New Delhi, June 16: Ashok Sharma, who bowled one of the fastest deliveries in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at 154.2 kph, has been called up to the India A squad for the ongoing one-day tri-series in Sri Lanka. He replaces the injured Yudhvir Singh, who did not play in any of India A's first three matches.

Ashok Sharma's IPL Performance

Ashok Sharma played for the Gujarat Titans (GT) in IPL 2026, taking six wickets in six matches. However, he was expensive, conceding runs at an economy rate of 10.85. Despite the high cost, his pace and potential earned him a spot in the India A squad.

Yudhvir Singh's Injury

Yudhvir Singh felt discomfort in his right shoulder while bowling on June 13, and had previously experienced similar pain during a fielding session on June 11. The BCCI Medical Team, after consulting a specialist, recommended a graduated rehabilitation programme under the supervision of the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) to ensure a full recovery from a right rotator cuff injury.

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BCCI Statement

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) issued a statement confirming the replacement: "The Men's Selection Committee has named Ashok Sharma as a replacement for Yudhvir Singh in the India A squad for the ongoing tri-series in Sri Lanka. Yudhvir reported discomfort in his right shoulder while bowling on 13th June and also experienced similar pain earlier during a fielding session on 11th June."

The statement added: "The BCCI Medical Team, after consultation with a specialist, recommended that Yudhvir undergo a graduated rehabilitation programme under the supervision of the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) to achieve a full recovery from the right rotator cuff injury."

India A's Performance in Tri-Series

In the tri-series being held in Dambulla, India A has lost two of their three matches so far, including a dramatic Super Over defeat against hosts Sri Lanka on Monday. They will face Afghanistan A in their final league match on Wednesday, with the final scheduled for Sunday.