Jammu and Kashmir seamer Auqib Nabi showed his prowess with the second new ball as his four-wicket burst put India 'A' on the driver's seat with a handsome overall lead of 170 runs against Sri Lanka 'A' on the third day of the opening unofficial Test.
The One-Off Test between India and Afghanistan will be played from June 6-10 at Mullanpur, New Chandigrah.
The BCCI selection commitee, which is chaired by Ajit Agarkar, has been accused of turning the IPL into a shortcut to Team India.
Sanjay Manjrekar labelled Nabi's exclusion by Agarkar and co. as "ridiculous," saying that the system does an injustice to proven performers.
There has been a lot of chatter over the BCCI not selecting Jammu and Kashmir fast bowler Aquib Nabi for the upcoming one-off Test match against Afghanistan.
Auqib Nabi wasn't picked for India's Test squad despite taking 60 wickets in Jammu & Kashmir's triumphant Ranji Trophy season.
BCCI on Tuesday announced squads for the one-off Test match and three ODIs against Afghanistan, starting June 6.
Delhi Capitals bowling coach Munaf Patel has lauded young Jammu and Kashmir pacer Auqib Nabi for his discipline and strong work ethic, highlighting his commitment.
Jammu and Kashmir pace sensation Auqib Nabi says former South African speedster Dale Steyn's ability to swing the ball at a high speed inspired him to take up fast bowling.
DC left out Jammu and Kashmir's Ranji Trophy-winning pacer Auqib Nabi, despite acquiring him for a staggering Rs 8.4 crore at the IPL 2026 mini-auction.