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Shikhar Mohan Secures First India A Call‑up, Coach Ratan Kumar Says Emotional Phone Call
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 24 Oct 2026, 03:33 AM
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All-rounder Shikhar Mohan received his maiden India A squad invitation, prompting an emotional phone conversation with his coach Ratan Kumar.
Shikhar Mohan, a promising all‑rounder, was named in the India A team for the first time, marking a significant milestone in his budding cricket career. The selection was confirmed by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) ahead of the upcoming series against a touring side.
Coach Ratan Kumar recounted receiving an emotional call from Mohan after learning about the call‑up. Kumar said the conversation reflected the youngster's gratitude and the pressure he feels to perform at a higher level, noting that such moments reinforce the mentor‑mentee bond in Indian cricket.
The inclusion of Mohan adds depth to the India A squad, which will serve as a feeder for the senior national team. Analysts expect him to feature prominently in the upcoming matches, where his performance could fast‑track his progression to the senior side.
Coach Ratan Kumar recounted receiving an emotional call from Mohan after learning about the call‑up. Kumar said the conversation reflected the youngster's gratitude and the pressure he feels to perform at a higher level, noting that such moments reinforce the mentor‑mentee bond in Indian cricket.
The inclusion of Mohan adds depth to the India A squad, which will serve as a feeder for the senior national team. Analysts expect him to feature prominently in the upcoming matches, where his performance could fast‑track his progression to the senior side.