With the spotlight on star India batters Suryakumar Yadav and Shreyas Iyer, this pre-season contest, starting Tuesday (August 27), will not only showcase the talents of those vying for a place in the national Test squad but also serve as a litmus test for those looking to solidify their positions. Buchi Babu Match: Mumbai vs TNCA XI Venue The match will be played at SNR College Cricket Ground in Coimbatore where top cricketers from Mumbai and Tamil Nadu Ranji teams are going to participate. Suryakumar Yadav Will Aim to Reignite Test Career Suryakumar Yadav, the recently appointed T20I captain, will don the Mumbai jersey with a clear objective in mind: to reignite his Test career. Known for his aggressive and innovative stroke play, Suryakumar's foray into Test cricket has been limited, with his sole appearance coming against Australia earlier this year. While his prowess in white-ball cricket remains undisputed, the 33-year-old's ambitions clearly extend across all formats. This Buchi Babu match provides SKY with an opportunity to showcase his adaptability and resilience in the longer format, especially with a packed international calendar ahead, including the Duleep Trophy, a crucial Test series against Bangladesh, and the tour of Australia later this year. His performance here could very well dictate his involvement in India's future Test plans. Shreyas Iyer: A Crucial Season Ahead For India Star Joining Suryakumar in the Mumbai squad is Shreyas Iyer, another batsman with a point to prove. Iyer's last appearance in a Test match was back in February, and his journey in the longest format has been a mix of highs and lows. Despite a promising start to his Test career, Iyer has struggled to find consistency, particularly over the last year, where he managed just 187 runs in 12 innings at a modest average of 17.00. For Iyer, the Buchi Babu match is more than a warm-up; it's a chance to regain his footing ahead of the domestic season. With the Duleep Trophy on the horizon, where he is set to lead Team D, Iyer will be keen to demonstrate his match-winning abilities and reclaim his place in the Indian middle order. Sarfaraz Khan: Consistency Under the Spotlight Leading the Mumbai side will be Sarfaraz Khan, a player who has consistently turned heads with his performances in domestic cricket. Having made his Test debut earlier this year against England, Sarfaraz has shown promise with the bat, averaging 50.00 in his brief Test career. His three half-centuries in five innings indicate his potential, but with competition for spots in the Test squad fierce, he will be eager to maintain his form and make a strong case for himself. TNCA XI: A Formidable Opponent For Mumbai Mumbai's opponents, TNCA XI, will be no pushovers. Led by R Sai Kishore, the leading wicket-taker in the Ranji Trophy last season, TNCA XI boasts a squad filled with talent and ambition. Sai Kishore's leadership and bowling prowess will be crucial in testing Mumbai's star-studded lineup, making this clash an intriguing battle between bat and ball. India Test Spots Up for Grabs for SKY, Iyer, Sarfaraz The importance of this Buchi Babu match cannot be overstated. With the Indian Test team set to play a two-match series against Bangladesh starting September 19, the performances of players like Suryakumar, Iyer, and Sarfaraz in this pre-season event could influence the selectors' decisions. With the likes of Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, and Rishabh Pant expected to return to the squad, the competition for spots is intense.