Shikhar Mohan Added to India A Squad for New Zealand Unofficial Test Series
Jharkhand batsman Shikhar Mohan has been selected for the India A squad for the upcoming unofficial Test series against New Zealand A. The 21-year-old left-handed opener, known for his strong domestic performances including centuries in the Ranji Trophy, will replace KL Rahul for the second and third matches as Rahul is engaged with India's ODI squad. The series serves as preparation for India's Test matches in New Zealand, with Dhruv Jurel captaining India A and other notable players included.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (63/100). Lens Score 30/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
hindustantimes broke this story on 23 Oct, 05:58 am. Other outlets followed.
