Irani Cup Features Key Players Ahead of Tests

The Indian men's U17 football team, fresh from winning the South Asian Football Federation U17 Championship, is gearing up for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Qualifiers in Thailand. Head coach Ishfaq Ahmed is focusing on consistency and skill improvement, especially in finishing and set pieces, as they prepare to face Brunei, Turkmenistan, and Thailand. In cricket, the Irani Cup match has drawn the attention of national selectors, with key players like Sarfaraz Khan showcasing their talents, as he scored a double century for Mumbai. Both Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan are under scrutiny as they seek to reclaim their places in the Indian Test squad after a challenging year. The Irani Cup serves as a crucial platform for these players to impress selectors ahead of upcoming series against New Zealand and Australia. Meanwhile, the cricket match has seen standout performances, including Mukesh Kumar's exceptional fielding leading to the dismissal of Prithvi Shaw.