The Board for Control of Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced India’s 15-member squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024, scheduled to commence on June 1 in the United States. The squad, led by Rohit Sharma, features some unexpected inclusions and notable exclusions, including the return of Hardik Pandya as vice-captain and the selection of Shivam Dube and Yuzvendra Chahal. Notable absences from the squad include KL Rahul, Mohammed Shami, Shubman Gill, Ishan Kishan, and Prithvi Shaw.
India has announced its squad for the 2024 T20 World Cup, and there are a few surprises.Rohit Sharma will lead the team, with Hardik Pandya as his deputy. Sanju Samson has beaten out KL Rahul and Dinesh Karthik to be the second wicketkeeper. Rishabh Pant will likely start behind the stumps, with Samson serving as a backup. Shubman Gill has missed out on a spot in the squad, with Yashasvi Jaiswal getting the nod as Rohit Sharma’s opening partner. Shivam Dube has been included in the squad ahead of Rinku Singh, while Yuzvendra Chahal returns to the team.
Rishabh Pant has made a remarkable comeback to the Indian cricket team, earning a place in the 15-man squad for the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Despite missing several months of action due to a life-threatening car crash in December 2022, Pant has impressed selectors with his recent performances for Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League. Led by Rohit Sharma, India will aim for their second T20 World Cup title, with Hardik Pandya serving as vice-captain.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has unveiled the 15-member Indian squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, set to take place in the USA and West Indies. Rohit Sharma will lead the side, with Hardik Pandya as his vice-captain.
Strong performances in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 have propelled several players into contention for India’s squad for the ICC T20 World Cup 2024. While IPL performances alone will not determine squad selection, let’s assess a probable 15-member team based on current form:
Rohit Sharma’s appointment as captain of the Mumbai Indians (MI) in the 2013 Indian Premier League (IPL) season proved to be a pivotal moment in the league’s history. Initially, the plan was to appoint Ricky Ponting as captain, but after a poor start to the season, the team turned to Rohit. Despite the presence of senior players like Sachin Tendulkar and Harbhajan Singh, Rohit displayed unwavering confidence and embraced the challenge. Under his leadership, MI went on to win their maiden IPL title that season, setting the stage for his remarkable success as a captain.
Gujarat Titans batter David Miller has become the latest player to voice criticism against the ‘Impact player’ rule in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season. The rule, introduced this season, allows teams to substitute a player during their innings based on match conditions. Miller, along with the likes of Rohit Sharma, Mohammed Siraj, and Axar Patel, has expressed reservations about the rule, suggesting it could diminish the role of all-rounders and disrupt the traditional format of the game.
Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis’ recent comments about his removal from Australia’s contract list have raised questions about the willingness of Indian cricketers to acknowledge their waning abilities and make way for younger players. While Stoinis expressed a mature understanding of his situation, Indian stars like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja continue to hold on to their spots despite subpar performances. This reluctance to step aside is attributed to India’s culture of hero worship and players’ financial security. Despite India’s dominance in cricket from 2007 to 2013, the lack of major trophies since then has raised concerns. The BCCI is urged to take the initiative and guide players toward retirement when necessary, as the Indian cricket team’s continued success relies on embracing change and recognizing the limitations of aging players.
Former Indian pacer Irfan Pathan has released his expected list of 15 players for the upcoming ICC men’s T20 World Cup. Rohit Sharma is appointed as skipper, while Shivam Dube is included over Hardik Pandya, provided he bowls regularly. Shubman Gill, Sanju Samson, and Yuzvendra Chahal serve as backups. Notable exclusions include KL Rahul, Ravichandran Ashwin, Dinesh Karthik, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar. The BCCI selection board is set to meet after the DC vs. MI IPL 2023 match on April 27 to announce the squad. The final deadline set by the ICC is May 1.
Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan has selected his 15-member India squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024. The tournament will be held in the West Indies and the United States from June 2024. Pathan’s squad includes some surprising exclusions, such as KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, and Sanju Samson. The top-order comprises Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Virat Kohli, while the middle-order consists of Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Rinku Singh, and Shivam Dube. Hardik Pandya is the lone pace-bowling all-rounder, while Ravindra Jadeja is the sole spin-bowling all-rounder. Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, and Arshdeep Singh form the bowling attack. The official India squad for the T20 World Cup 2024 is expected to be announced this week.
