Rajat Patidar named India A vice-captain for ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup

Rajat Patidar will serve as vice-captain of India A. The team will play in Group B alongside Pakistan A, UAE and Nepal. The tournament will be held from November 19 to 29 in Doha.

India A will face Nepal on November 20, Pakistan A on November 22 and UAE on November 24. The final is scheduled for November 29. Patidar's appointment reflects his growing stature in Indian domestic cricket.

The ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup provides competitive opportunities for players on the fringes of national selection. India A will use the tournament to prepare for future international commitments.