India and Pakistan make Rising Stars squad changes: Badoni and Ali Raza come in
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India A and Pakistan Shaheens have made injury-related changes ahead of the ACC Rising Stars Asia Cup. These are confirmed announcements from 8 and 9 November, reviewed on 10 November; they are squad updates, not match results.
India: Badoni replaces Patidar; Rinku named vice-captain
Rajat Patidar asked not to be considered for selection in the 50-over format while managing existing injuries, according to the BCCI announcement dated 8 November. Ayush Badoni has been added in his place. Rinku Singh takes over as vice-captain, with Tilak Varma remaining captain. The change concerns India A’s Rising Stars squad; it should not be confused with a change to India’s senior ODI team.
Pakistan: Ali Raza replaces injured Akif Javed
The PCB confirmed on 9 November that fast bowler Ali Raza will replace Akif Javed in Pakistan Shaheens’ squad for the tournament in Qatar. Akif has a knee injury identified through medical assessment and MRI findings. The board said he needs rehabilitation and a gradual return to bowling under its medical department at the National Cricket Academy.
What is confirmed about the injuries?
Neither announcement gives a firm return date. Patidar’s withdrawal concerns management of existing injuries; the BCCI release does not specify a diagnosis. The PCB describes Akif’s knee injury and rehabilitation plan, but does not announce that he is fit to return. Any recovery timeline would need a further official update.
Why these changes matter
Both teams have adjusted their tournament squads before play. India’s change also affects the leadership group, while Pakistan have brought in another fast bowler. Selection in a squad does not confirm a place in the playing XI: the match-day teams still need to be announced. Follow WicketPulse for verified squad and match updates.