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Murali Vijay and Ajinkya Rahane are set to play for India ‘A’ against England Lions in their last First-class assignment at County Ground in Worcester to prepare for the upcoming England Test series. Both the players are not a part of the ODI squad but are likely to make it to the Test squad.

Maharashtrian batsman Ankit Bawne sounded confident of his preparations as he look forward to bat freely on India A's tour of England. India A will be starting their tour with a four-day match against England A, starting from July 16 at Worcester and two three-day matches against county sides.

Virat Kohli has received the prestigious Polly Umrigar Trophy at BCCI Annual Award function for his prolific performance for the national team. Kohli is currently undergoing rehabilitation for a neck injury sustained during Indian Premier League and would be missing the Test against Afghanistan.

Sanju Samson has been ruled of India ‘A’ squad for the tour of England after he failed to prove his fitness in the Yo-Yo test, scoring below the prescribed mark of 16.1. With Rishabh Pant as designated keeper in the squad, India ‘A’ side has already left for England leaving behind Samson.