Team India Squad For ICC Men's T20 World Cup
Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced a 15-member Team India squad for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 on Tuesday. The marquee tournament is set to be co-hosted by the West Indies and USA, starting on June 1st.
Rohit Sharma Leads Charge In ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024
Veteran opener Rohit Sharma will continue his captaincy duties for India in the marquee tournament. Hardik Pandya, who has been showcasing impressive all-round form, will be his deputy.
Pant Returns, Samson Gets Maiden Call-Up
Wicket-keeper batsman Rishabh Pant is poised for a comeback after a 16-month hiatus due to a car accident. He joins Sanju Samson, who has earned his maiden T20 World Cup call-up after consistent performances. This selection leaves KL Rahul and Rinku Singh out of the main squad.
Spin Quartet and Pace Powerhouse
India has opted for a spin-heavy attack with four spinners: Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, and the in-form Yuzvendra Chahal, who receives his first-ever T20 World Cup selection. The pace attack boasts the lethal Jasprit Bumrah, ably supported by youngsters Arshdeep Singh and Mohammed Siraj.
Strong Batting Line-up
The batting line-up features the ever-reliable Virat Kohli, who has been in exceptional form during the ongoing IPL 2024. Joining him are the talented likes of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Suryakumar Yadav, along with the hard-hitting Shivam Dube.
Reserves Provide Depth
Shubman Gill, Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, and Avesh Khan have been named as reserves, providing depth and options for the team management.
India’s World Cup Schedule
India’s campaign kicks off against Ireland on June 5th at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York. The much-anticipated clash against Pakistan will be held on June 9th at the same venue. Team India will then face USA on June 12th and Canada on June15th, respectively.
With a balanced squad boasting experience and exciting young talent, India will be aiming for their second T20 World Cup title under Rohit Sharma’s leadership. The team’s performance in the upcoming weeks will be keenly watched as they gear up for the global showpiece event.
Team India Squad: Rohit Sharma (C), Hardik Pandya (VC), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant (WK), Sanju Samson (WK), Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohd. Siraj.
Reserved Players: Shubman Gill, Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed and Avesh Khan
