Mumbai Cricket Association announces 2026 UK development tour squad

MCA Announces Mumbai Squad For UK Development Tour; Musheer Khan, Abhigyan Kundu Included

Mumbai, June 16: The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has announced an 18-member squad for a month-long development tour of the United Kingdom. The team features several promising young cricketers, including Musheer Khan and India U-19 World Cup-winning wicket-keeper batsman Abhigyan Kundu.The tour will take place from June 20 to July 15 and is aimed at helping Mumbai's emerging players gain valuable experience in overseas conditions. The squad also includes well-known Mumbai domestic players such as Suved Parkar, Atharva Ankolekar, Mohit Avasthi and Onkar Tarmale.During the tour, the Mumbai side will play three two-day matches along with multiple one-day games against county second XI teams. The players are scheduled to face teams associated with Sussex, Yorkshire, Lancashire, Gloucestershire and Derbyshire, giving them a chance to compete against strong opposition in English conditions.The MCA said the tour has been planned as a high-performance development programme designed to improve the players' skills and expose them to different playing environments. English conditions are often considered challenging because of the weather, pitch behaviour and swing-friendly conditions, making the tour an important learning opportunity for young cricketers.Former India captain Dilip Vengsarkar is also expected to spend time with the squad during selected matches. His presence is likely to provide valuable guidance and motivation to the young players as they continue their development.MCA President Ajinkya Naik said the purpose of the tour is not only to focus on results but also to help players grow by experiencing cricket outside their familiar surroundings. He added that such exposure plays an important role in preparing young cricketers for higher levels of the game in the future.'Ek Ko Naaraz Nahi Kar Sakte': Naushad Khan Sports CSK Jersey, PBKS Cap As Sons Sarfaraz And Musheer Face Off In IPL 2026Mumbai squad for UK tour: Raza Nishad Mirza, Ayush Jethwa, Aayush Shete, Sylvester Dsouza, Suved Parkar, Arjun Gadoya, Musheer Khan, Manan Bhatt, Vedant Murkar, Abhigyan Kundu, Naman Pushpak, Atharva Kardile, Atharva Bhosale, Atharva Ankolekar, Mohit Avasthi, Karthik Kumar, Zaid Patankar and Onkar Tarmale.

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MCA Men's Team Embarks On Developmental Tour Of The United Kingdom

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) is delighted to announce its Men's Cricket Tour of the United Kingdom, scheduled from 20 June to 15 July 2026. The tour has been designed as a high-performance development initiative aimed at providing Mumbai's emerging cricketers with valuable overseas exposure through competitive cricket in English conditions. The touring contingent will compete in a challenging schedule comprising three two-day matches and several One-Day fixtures against county second XI teams, national county representative sides and professional outfits. The itinerary includes matches against teams associated with Sussex, Yorkshire, Lancashire, Gloucestershire and Derbyshire, offering the players an opportunity to test their skills against quality opposition. The Thought Behind the TourFor decades, overseas tours have played a pivotal role in the development of young cricketers. Competing in England presents unique challenges, including adapting to different weather conditions, pitches and styles of play. The objective of this tour is to create an environment that encourages growth both on and off the field. IND Vs AFG 2nd ODI 2026: Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal Surprise Fans With Spin Bowling In Nets | VIDEO The tour seeks to:Provide exposure to international playing conditions;Enhance technical and tactical awareness through quality match practice;Develop resilience, adaptability and game awareness;Foster discipline, teamwork and professionalism; andPrepare players for the transition to higher levels of representative cricket. Special Interaction with Dilip VengsarkarAdding immense value to the experience, former India captain and Mumbai cricket legend Dilip Vengsarkar will visit the squad during select matches of the tour. His interactions with the players will offer invaluable insights into the mindset, preparation and dedication required to succeed at the highest level of the game. His presence will serve as a source of inspiration for the young cricketers as they represent Mumbai cricket overseas. Jerai Fitness Launches ‘Last One Standing’ National Championship With ₹21 Lakh Prize Pool MCA UK Tour 2026 – Playing SquadThe following players have been selected as part of the touring squad:Raza Nishad MirzaAyush Viren JethwaAayush Shrikrishna SheteSylvester Patrick DsouzaSuved Vijay ParkarArjun Piyush GadoyaMusheer Ahmed Naushad Ahmed KhanManan Rakesh BhattVedant Mohan MurkarAbhigyan Abhishek KunduNaman Devendra PushpakAtharva Vinod KardileAtharva Sanjay BhosaleAtharva AnkolekarMohit Anil AvasthiKarthik Shaji KumarZaid Nafeel PatankarOnkar Tukaram TarmaleThe team will depart for England on 20 June 2026 and return to Mumbai on 15 July 2026, following an intensive schedule of matches and training sessions. 360 ONE Global Chess Festival 2026: IM Soham Kamotra Ends Iniyan Pa's Five-Game Winning Streak Mr. Ajinkya Naik, President stated:“The purpose of this tour goes beyond results. It is an opportunity for our young players to experience new environments, broaden their horizons, and grow both as cricketers and as individuals. Such exposure is invaluable in preparing them for future opportunities at the highest level of the game. The chance to learn from a legend like Dilip Vengsarkar will make this experience even more enriching, memorable, and meaningful.” The Mumbai Cricket Association remains committed to creating opportunities that nurture talent and uphold the rich tradition of excellence associated with Mumbai cricket. The 2026 UK Tour represents another important step in shaping the next generation of Mumbai cricketers.

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