Gaikwad returns to India A to secure ODI spot

Ruturaj Gaikwad has opted to return to India A cricket as part of his strategy to remain in contention for a spot in the national ODI team. The move reflects his focus on building consistency and demonstrating readiness at the domestic level ahead of future ODI selections.

Gaikwad's decision to feature in India A matches underscores the importance placed on domestic cricket performance in the selection pipeline for international cricket.