Mon Dec 23 20:34:14 UTC 2024: ## Unsold IPL Player Tanush Kotian Called Up to Indian Test Squad
**Mumbai, India** – In a surprising turn of events, Tanush Kotian, who went unsold in the IPL 2025 mega auction, has been selected for the Indian Test squad for the final two matches of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024. Kotian, a Mumbai-based all-rounder, replaces Ravichandran Ashwin, who recently retired from international cricket.
While his inclusion in the playing eleven remains to be seen, Kotian’s selection highlights his impressive domestic record. A right-arm off-spinner, he has taken 101 first-class wickets and scored 1,525 runs, including two centuries. His contributions were crucial in Mumbai’s Ranji Trophy triumph, where he claimed seven wickets in the final. He also boasts a remarkable unbeaten century at number ten in the quarterfinals, a 232-run partnership with Tushar Deshpande.
Kotian’s talent extends beyond his recent success. He represented India at the Under-19 level in 2017, playing alongside notable players like Shubman Gill and Arshdeep Singh. Although he missed out on the 2018 Under-19 World Cup squad, he’s now received a call-up to the senior team, adding another layer to his already compelling story. He also has a brief IPL experience, playing one match for the Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2024. The selection marks a significant step in Kotian’s career, one that underscores the unpredictable nature of professional cricket.
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