India A will aim to extend their strong start when they face South Africa A in the second unofficial ODI in Rajkot. With both teams using the three-match series as a platform to test emerging talent, the contest holds significance for players hoping to push their case for senior national selection.
India A boast an impressive mix of young but experienced names, including Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ishan Kishan, Abhishek Sharma, and Arshdeep Singh. Many in this group are already familiar faces in international cricket, and this series gives them an opportunity to fine-tune their skills in the longer white-ball format.

One of their key challenges will be transitioning from the high-tempo T20 style to the more measured demands of 50-over cricket.
South Africa A, led by Marques Ackerman, arrive with a fighting attitude. Despite their top-order struggles in the opening match, players such as Delano Potgieter, Dian Forrester, and Bjorn Fortuin showed grit and made valuable contributions to keep their team competitive.
The conditions in Rajkot, known for its batting-friendly surface, promise an exciting contest. Big totals could well be on the cards, putting extra emphasis on early wickets and disciplined bowling. With India A's depth pitted against South Africa A's determination, another engaging battle is expected.
India A: Ishan Kishan (wk), Riyan Parag, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Tilak Varma (c), Abhishek Sharma, Ayush Badoni, Prabhsimran Singh, Manav Suthar, Arshdeep Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, Prasidh Krishna, Nishant Sindhu, Harshit Rana, Vipraj Nigam, Nitish Kumar Reddy
South Africa A: Jason Smith, Sinethemba Qeshile, Lhuan-dre Pretorius (wk), Marques Ackerman (c), Codi Yusuf, Jordan Hermann, Mihlali Mpongwana, Bjorn Fortuin, Nqabayomzi Peter, Delano Potgieter, Ottneil Baartman, Rubin Hermann, Tshepo Moreki, Kwena Maphaka, Rivaldo Moonsamy
The 2nd unofficial ODI between India A and South Africa A will not be telecast in India. The match is likely to be live-streamed on the Jio Hotstar app and website from 1:30 pm IST, but there is no official confirmation of it.