India, Sept. 19 -- When Praful Hinge started out as a fast bowler in his teens, Instagram was still new to India. Mindful not to surpass his capabilities, the speedster from Nagpur named his Insta handle 'prafulhinge_140'. The number was for the bowling speed he desired to attain.

Today, when fit and firing, the 24-year-old can touch 145 kph. And it may be a good time to raise the bar. Perhaps, update his social media status too. Hinge will soon be turning out in India colours. He has been picked for the upcoming India A four-day action against Australia A in Puducherry.

"This is the day I had worked hard for - to play for India. I enjoy playing red-ball cricket particularly and want to represent India in Test cricket one day," Hinge to...