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For Padikkal, captaincy 'just helps my batting even further'

Devdutt Padikkal has been appointed to lead the India A squad in their upcoming four-day fixture against Australia A. The top-order batter believes that taking on leadership responsibilities actually elevates his performance at the crease, providing an additional boost to his run-scoring.

Looking ahead to the contest, Padikkal reflected on the demanding nature of domestic cricket, pointing out that navigating the local circuit requires immense dedication and effort.