With less than a month to go before the start of the 2026 T20 World Cup, teams across the globe are getting ready to put together the final pieces in the puzzle. As the likes of India, Australia, South Africa, and other big nations look to win the T20 World Cup 2026, there will be some who will look to make their mark. Ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026, here are all the details of the squads, including India, Australia and others.<h2>Group A</h2>India:&nbsp;Suryakumar Yadav (c), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson, Shivam Dube, Ishan Kishan, Hardik Pandya, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakaravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Rinku Singh.&nbsp;USA:&nbsp;To be announced&nbsp;Namibia:&nbsp;Gerhard Erasmus (c), Zane Green, Bernard Scholtz, Ruben Trumpelmann, JJ Smit, Jan Frylinck, Louren Steenkamp, Malan Kruger, Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Jack Brassell, Ben Shikongo, JC Balt, Dylan Leicher, WP Myburgh, Max Heingo.&nbsp;Reserve:&nbsp;Alexander Volschenk.&nbsp;Netherlands:&nbsp;Scott Edwards (c), Colin Ackermann, Noah Croes, Bas de Leede, Aryan Dutt, Fred Klaassen, Kyle Klein, Michael Levitt, Zach Lion-Cachet, Max O'Dowd, Logan van Beek, Timm van der Gugten, Roelof van der Merwe, Paul van Meekeren, Saqib Zulfiqar.&nbsp;Pakistan:&nbsp;To be announced<h2>Group B</h2>Australia [provisional squad]:&nbsp;Mitchell Marsh (C), Xavier Bartlett, Cooper Connolly, Pat Cummins, Tim David, Cameron Green, Nathan Ellis, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Matthew Kuhnemann, Glenn Maxwell, Matthew Short, Marcus Stoinis, Adam Zampa.&nbsp;Sri Lanka [preliminary squad]:&nbsp;Dasun Shanaka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Perera, Dhananjaya de Silva, Niroshan Dickwella, Janith Liyanage, Charith Asalanka, Kamindu Mendis, Pavan Rathnayake, Sahan Arachchige, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Milan Rathnayake, Nuwan Thushara, Eshan Malinga, Dushmantha Chameera, Pramod Madushan, Matheesha Pathirana, Dilshan Madushanka, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushan Hemantha, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Traveen Mathew.&nbsp;Zimbabwe:&nbsp;Sikandar Raza (c), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Graeme Cremer, Bradley Evans, Clive Madande, Tinotenda Maposa, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Wellington Masakadza, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Brendan Taylor.&nbsp;Ireland:&nbsp;Paul Stirling (c), Mark Adair, Ross Adair, Ben Calitz, Curtis Campher, Gareth Delany, George Dockrell, Matthew Humphreys, Josh Little, Barry McCarthy, Harry Tector, Tim Tector, Lorcan Tucker, Ben White, Craig Young.&nbsp;Oman:&nbsp;Jatinder Singh (c), Vinayak Shukla, Mohammad Nadeem, Shakeel Ahmad, Hammad Mirza, Wasim Ali, Karan Sonavale, Shah Faisal, Nadeem Khan, Sufyan Mehmood, Jay Odedra, Shafiq Jan, Ashish Odedara, Jiten Ramanandi, Hasnain Ali Shah.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a><h2>Group C</h2>England [Provisional Squad]:&nbsp;Harry Brook (c), Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Jos Buttler, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Josh Tongue, Luke Wood.&nbsp;West Indies:&nbsp;To be announced&nbsp;Bangladesh:&nbsp;Litton Das (C), Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Saif Hassan, Tawhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Quazi Nurul Hasan Sohan, Shak Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Nasum Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Taskin Ahmed, Shaif Uddin, Shoriful Islam.&nbsp;Italy:&nbsp;To be announced&nbsp;Nepal:&nbsp;Rohit Paudel (c), Dipendra Singh Airee, Sandeep Lamichhane, Kushal Bhurtel, Aasif Sheikh, Sundeep Jora, Aarif Sheikh, Basir Ahamad, Sompal Kami, Karan KC, Nandan Yadav, Gulshan Jha, Lalit Rajbanshi, Sher Malla, Lokesh Bam.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a><h2>Group D</h2>South Africa:&nbsp;Aiden Markram(c), Quinton de Kock, Tony de Zorzi, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Donovan Ferreira, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Kwena Maphaka, Lungi Ngidi, Jason Smith, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Anrich Nortje.&nbsp;New Zealand:&nbsp;Mitchell Santner (c), Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Daryl Mitchell, Adam Milne, James Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Seifert, Ish Sodhi&nbsp;Reserve:&nbsp;Kyle Jamieson.&nbsp;Afghanistan:&nbsp;Rashid Khan (C), Noor Ahmad, Abdullah Ahmadzai, Sediqullah Atal, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Naveen Ul Haq, Mohammad Ishaq, Shahidullah Kamal, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Darwish Rasooli, Ibrahim Zadran.&nbsp;Reserves:&nbsp;AM Ghazanfar, Ijaz Ahmadzai and Zia Ur Rahman Sharifi.&nbsp;Canada:&nbsp;Dilpreet Bajwa (C), Ajayveer Hundal, Ansh Patel, Dilon Heyliger, Harsh Thaker, Jaskarandeep Buttar, Kaleem Sana, Kanwarpal Tathgur, Navneet Dhaliwal, Nicholas Kirton, Ravinderpal Singh, Saad Bin Zafar, Shivam Sharma, Shreyas Movva, Yuvraj Samra.&nbsp;UAE:&nbsp;To be announced

As the likes of India, Australia, South Africa, and other big nations look to win the T20 World Cup 2026, there will be some who will look to make their mark. Ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026, here are all the details of the squads, including India, Australia and others.

With less than a month to go before the start of the 2026 T20 World Cup, teams across the globe are getting ready to put together the final pieces in the puzzle. As the likes of India, Australia, South Africa, and other big nations look to win the T20 World Cup 2026, there will be some who will look to make their mark. Ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026, here are all the details of the squads, including India, Australia and others. Group A India: Suryakumar Yadav (c), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson, Shivam Dube, Ishan Kishan, Hardik Pandya, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakaravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Rinku Singh. USA: To be announced Namibia: Gerhard Erasmus (c), Zane Green, Bernard Scholtz, Ruben Trumpelmann, JJ Smit, Jan Frylinck, Louren Steenkamp, Malan Kruger, Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Jack Brassell, Ben Shikongo, JC Balt, Dylan Leicher, WP Myburgh, Max Heingo. Reserve: Alexander Volschenk. Netherlands: Scott Edwards (c), Colin Ackermann, Noah Croes, Bas de Leede, Aryan Dutt, Fred Klaassen, Kyle Klein, Michael Levitt, Zach Lion-Cachet, Max O'Dowd, Logan van Beek, Timm van der Gugten, Roelof van der Merwe, Paul van Meekeren, Saqib Zulfiqar. Pakistan: To be announced Group B Australia [provisional squad]: Mitchell Marsh (C), Xavier Bartlett, Cooper Connolly, Pat Cummins, Tim David, Cameron Green, Nathan Ellis, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Matthew Kuhnemann, Glenn Maxwell, Matthew Short, Marcus Stoinis, Adam Zampa. Sri Lanka [preliminary squad]: Dasun Shanaka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Perera, Dhananjaya de Silva, Niroshan Dickwella, Janith Liyanage, Charith Asalanka, Kamindu Mendis, Pavan Rathnayake, Sahan Arachchige, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Milan Rathnayake, Nuwan Thushara, Eshan Malinga, Dushmantha Chameera, Pramod Madushan, Matheesha Pathirana, Dilshan Madushanka, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushan Hemantha, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Traveen Mathew. Zimbabwe: Sikandar Raza (c), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Graeme Cremer, Bradley Evans, Clive Madande, Tinotenda Maposa, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Wellington Masakadza, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Brendan Taylor. Ireland: Paul Stirling (c), Mark Adair, Ross Adair, Ben Calitz, Curtis Campher, Gareth Delany, George Dockrell, Matthew Humphreys, Josh Little, Barry McCarthy, Harry Tector, Tim Tector, Lorcan Tucker, Ben White, Craig Young. Oman: Jatinder Singh (c), Vinayak Shukla, Mohammad Nadeem, Shakeel Ahmad, Hammad Mirza, Wasim Ali, Karan Sonavale, Shah Faisal, Nadeem Khan, Sufyan Mehmood, Jay Odedra, Shafiq Jan, Ashish Odedara, Jiten Ramanandi, Hasnain Ali Shah. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes Group C England [Provisional Squad]: Harry Brook (c), Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Jos Buttler, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Josh Tongue, Luke Wood. West Indies: To be announced Bangladesh: Litton Das (C), Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Saif Hassan, Tawhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Quazi Nurul Hasan Sohan, Shak Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Nasum Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Taskin Ahmed, Shaif Uddin, Shoriful Islam. Italy: To be announced Nepal: Rohit Paudel (c), Dipendra Singh Airee, Sandeep Lamichhane, Kushal Bhurtel, Aasif Sheikh, Sundeep Jora, Aarif Sheikh, Basir Ahamad, Sompal Kami, Karan KC, Nandan Yadav, Gulshan Jha, Lalit Rajbanshi, Sher Malla, Lokesh Bam. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes Group D South Africa: Aiden Markram(c), Quinton de Kock, Tony de Zorzi, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Donovan Ferreira, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Kwena Maphaka, Lungi Ngidi, Jason Smith, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Anrich Nortje. New Zealand: Mitchell Santner (c), Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Daryl Mitchell, Adam Milne, James Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Seifert, Ish Sodhi Reserve: Kyle Jamieson. Afghanistan: Rashid Khan (C), Noor Ahmad, Abdullah Ahmadzai, Sediqullah Atal, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Naveen Ul Haq, Mohammad Ishaq, Shahidullah Kamal, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Darwish Rasooli, Ibrahim Zadran. Reserves: AM Ghazanfar, Ijaz Ahmadzai and Zia Ur Rahman Sharifi. Canada: Dilpreet Bajwa (C), Ajayveer Hundal, Ansh Patel, Dilon Heyliger, Harsh Thaker, Jaskarandeep Buttar, Kaleem Sana, Kanwarpal Tathgur, Navneet Dhaliwal, Nicholas Kirton, Ravinderpal Singh, Saad Bin Zafar, Shivam Sharma, Shreyas Movva, Yuvraj Samra. UAE: To be announced

As the likes of India, Australia, South Africa, and other big nations look to win the T20 World Cup 2026, there will be some who will look to make their mark. Ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026, here are all the details of the squads, including India, Australia and others.

T20 World Cup 2026: Here's all you need to know about squads, captains and other key details

The Indian team for the 2026 T20 World Cup was announced on Saturday (Dec 20) as the selectors’ panel, led by Ajit Agarkar, made a couple of bold decisions. The 15-man squad that will play in the 2026 T20 World Cup will not feature the likes of Shubman Gill and Jitesh Sharma, while Rinku Singh and Ishan Kishan have been granted wildcard entries. While a statement was made off the pitch, will there be an on-field statement as well with captain Suryakumar Yadav struggling for form?<h2>Surya’s concerning form</h2>Across the last nine innings for India and Mumbai (in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy), Suryakumar Yadav’s form has become a huge cause for concern for the management. During that period, he has scored 199 runs with an average of 24.88, raising concerns for the management. In his last 22 innings for India in T20Is, Surya’s form makes poor reading as well.&nbsp;During this period, Surya's average of 13.37 across 22 innings, with a total of 254 runs and no fifties, underscores prolonged struggles. His only notable performance was an unbeaten 47 against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 group stage in Dubai.&nbsp;The current India T20I captain’s last fifty for the national side came in Hyderabad against Bangladesh in October 2024. In fact, since becoming the captain of the Indian T20I side, he has managed to score only two fifties.<h2>Why is Surya’s position in trouble?</h2>Highly unlikely that a sitting captain will be dropped from the Playing XI for non-injury-related and rest issues; nothing is guaranteed in the Indian side. Rohit Sharma, India’s then Test captain during the 2024-25 Australia tour, was dropped from the Sydney Test in January. On Saturday, Shubman Gill, India’s current captain in Tests and ODIs and vice-captain in the T20Is, was dropped from the World Cup squad.&nbsp;If the same pattern continues, another statement could be on the way from the Indian team management. Surya, however, will have to buckle up and improve his form with just one more series remaining before the 2026 T20 World Cup begins on Indian soil on February 7.&nbsp;The likes of Ishan Kishan, Rinku Singh and Sanju Samson are awaiting their opportunities in the Playing XI with the World Cup on the horizon. While these players are unlikely to bat at No.4, given the circumstances, it won’t be a surprise.&nbsp;Also, Surya’s future in the team will be an issue as well, considering he is keeping his position ahead of Shreyas Iyer and other key domestic performers.&nbsp;While the captain remains in place for now, it would not be a shock if Axar Patel leads the team during the World Cup, with an in-form batter replacing Surya in the XI.

Across the last nine innings for India and Mumbai (in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy), Suryakumar Yadav’s form has become a huge cause for concern for the management. During that period, he has scored 199 runs with an average of 24.88, raising concerns for the management.

The Indian team for the 2026 T20 World Cup was announced on Saturday (Dec 20) as the selectors’ panel, led by Ajit Agarkar, made a couple of bold decisions. The 15-man squad that will play in the 2026 T20 World Cup will not feature the likes of Shubman Gill and Jitesh Sharma, while Rinku Singh and Ishan Kishan have been granted wildcard entries. While a statement was made off the pitch, will there be an on-field statement as well with captain Suryakumar Yadav struggling for form? Surya’s concerning form Across the last nine innings for India and Mumbai (in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy), Suryakumar Yadav’s form has become a huge cause for concern for the management. During that period, he has scored 199 runs with an average of 24.88, raising concerns for the management. In his last 22 innings for India in T20Is, Surya’s form makes poor reading as well. During this period, Surya's average of 13.37 across 22 innings, with a total of 254 runs and no fifties, underscores prolonged struggles. His only notable performance was an unbeaten 47 against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 group stage in Dubai. The current India T20I captain’s last fifty for the national side came in Hyderabad against Bangladesh in October 2024. In fact, since becoming the captain of the Indian T20I side, he has managed to score only two fifties. Why is Surya’s position in trouble? Highly unlikely that a sitting captain will be dropped from the Playing XI for non-injury-related and rest issues; nothing is guaranteed in the Indian side. Rohit Sharma, India’s then Test captain during the 2024-25 Australia tour, was dropped from the Sydney Test in January. On Saturday, Shubman Gill, India’s current captain in Tests and ODIs and vice-captain in the T20Is, was dropped from the World Cup squad. If the same pattern continues, another statement could be on the way from the Indian team management. Surya, however, will have to buckle up and improve his form with just one more series remaining before the 2026 T20 World Cup begins on Indian soil on February 7. The likes of Ishan Kishan, Rinku Singh and Sanju Samson are awaiting their opportunities in the Playing XI with the World Cup on the horizon. While these players are unlikely to bat at No.4, given the circumstances, it won’t be a surprise. Also, Surya’s future in the team will be an issue as well, considering he is keeping his position ahead of Shreyas Iyer and other key domestic performers. While the captain remains in place for now, it would not be a shock if Axar Patel leads the team during the World Cup, with an in-form batter replacing Surya in the XI.

Across the last nine innings for India and Mumbai (in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy), Suryakumar Yadav’s form has become a huge cause for concern for the management. During that period, he has scored 199 runs with an average of 24.88, raising concerns for the management.

Selectors make statement by dropping Gill, but should India drop SKY from Playing XI amid poor form?

Ishan Kishan’s return to India’s T20 World Cup squad was happy news not only for him but also for those who seek a way into the Indian Team through significant domestic performances, and this is where former Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin lauded the BCCI selectors for. The attacking left-handed batter was picked in India’s 15-man squad for the T20 World Cup next year, with everyone applauding the selectors’ ‘pick on merit’ theory. Kishan-led Jharkhand lifted its maiden SMAT title, with the Indian international smoking a brilliant hundred (101 off 49 balls).&nbsp;Ashwin shared his thoughts on Kishan’s selection, considering how, after facing a BCCI snub over disciplinary issues, Ishan made a stunning comeback into the T20I side for the title defence at home and Sri Lanka in a hybrid model. &nbsp;“This is a gift that cricket has given to Ishan Kishan. Many people from outside can guess what it is, and some may say it’s unfair. But life comes back in circles. The reason Ishan was not in the team earlier, and how he has come back now, has only one reason. He has given cricket the respect it deserves,” Ashwin said on his YouTube channel. &nbsp;Kishan was the man in form for Jharkhand in the just concluded SMAT, hitting 517 runs in ten innings, averaging 57.44 and striking at close to 200 (197.32).&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/the-dream-is-now-over-england-captain-ben-stokes-reacts-to-crushing-ashes-defeat-1766295553751">‘The dream is now over,’ England captain Ben Stokes reacts to crushing Ashes defeat</a> &nbsp;Speaking of Kishan’s run to the SMAT Final, Ashwin handpicked tournaments where he excelled, while further explaining how, not just as a cricketer, but also as a person, Ishan evolved after the BCCI snub episode and is now ready to take on the world.&nbsp; &nbsp;“He played in the Buchi Babu Trophy. A player like Ishan Kishan came and represented Jharkhand in the tournament held in Chennai. He was the number one performer in Ranji Trophy preparations for Jharkhand and once again scored runs in first-class cricket. In SMAT, he led the team to victory, and he also performed exceptionally well. That’s why this is not about Ishan Kishan the person; it’s about Ishan Kishan the cricketer, who went through the yards of the game, respected the game, and hence succeeded,” he added. &nbsp;“The selectors are sending a loud and clear message: whatever player you are, whether big or small, whether you are a newcomer, perform in first-class cricket, and we have our eyes on you. Of course, Ishan Kishan has a pedigree. The way he scored a double century in ODI cricket is a testament to his quality. But this is great news for Indian cricket,” Ashwin continued.&nbsp; &nbsp;Meanwhile, Ishan is picked as a backup opener and keeper, with T20I regular, Sanju Samson, likely to open with Abhishek Sharma in the first place.

Kishan was the man in form for Jharkhand in the just concluded SMAT, hitting 517 runs in ten innings, averaging 57.44 and striking at close to 200 (197.32).

Ishan Kishan’s return to India’s T20 World Cup squad was happy news not only for him but also for those who seek a way into the Indian Team through significant domestic performances, and this is where former Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin lauded the BCCI selectors for. The attacking left-handed batter was picked in India’s 15-man squad for the T20 World Cup next year, with everyone applauding the selectors’ ‘pick on merit’ theory. Kishan-led Jharkhand lifted its maiden SMAT title, with the Indian international smoking a brilliant hundred (101 off 49 balls). Ashwin shared his thoughts on Kishan’s selection, considering how, after facing a BCCI snub over disciplinary issues, Ishan made a stunning comeback into the T20I side for the title defence at home and Sri Lanka in a hybrid model. “This is a gift that cricket has given to Ishan Kishan. Many people from outside can guess what it is, and some may say it’s unfair. But life comes back in circles. The reason Ishan was not in the team earlier, and how he has come back now, has only one reason. He has given cricket the respect it deserves,” Ashwin said on his YouTube channel. Kishan was the man in form for Jharkhand in the just concluded SMAT, hitting 517 runs in ten innings, averaging 57.44 and striking at close to 200 (197.32). Also read | ‘The dream is now over,’ England captain Ben Stokes reacts to crushing Ashes defeat Speaking of Kishan’s run to the SMAT Final, Ashwin handpicked tournaments where he excelled, while further explaining how, not just as a cricketer, but also as a person, Ishan evolved after the BCCI snub episode and is now ready to take on the world. “He played in the Buchi Babu Trophy. A player like Ishan Kishan came and represented Jharkhand in the tournament held in Chennai. He was the number one performer in Ranji Trophy preparations for Jharkhand and once again scored runs in first-class cricket. In SMAT, he led the team to victory, and he also performed exceptionally well. That’s why this is not about Ishan Kishan the person; it’s about Ishan Kishan the cricketer, who went through the yards of the game, respected the game, and hence succeeded,” he added. “The selectors are sending a loud and clear message: whatever player you are, whether big or small, whether you are a newcomer, perform in first-class cricket, and we have our eyes on you. Of course, Ishan Kishan has a pedigree. The way he scored a double century in ODI cricket is a testament to his quality. But this is great news for Indian cricket,” Ashwin continued. Meanwhile, Ishan is picked as a backup opener and keeper, with T20I regular, Sanju Samson, likely to open with Abhishek Sharma in the first place.

Kishan was the man in form for Jharkhand in the just concluded SMAT, hitting 517 runs in ten innings, averaging 57.44 and striking at close to 200 (197.32).

‘Ishan Kishan’s return is great news for Indian cricket,’ says Ravi Ashwin

Ishan Kishan returned to the Indian team as the selection committee led by Ajit Agarkar announced the squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup on Saturday (Dec 20). Much to the surprise, Shubman Gill, India’s T20 vice-captain in T20Is, was dropped alongside Jitesh Sharma in the 15-man squad. Ishan’s return to the T20I fold comes after he led Jharkhand to their maiden Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) win on Thursday.<h2>Gill, Jitesh dropped from India squad</h2>The announcement made on Saturday saw chief of selectors Agarkar and BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia announce the squad for both the T20 World Cup and the New Zealand series. Gill, who was struggling for form, was dropped in favour of Sanju Samson, who excelled in his opener’s position on Friday in the final T20I against South Africa. Gill was also suffering from a minor injury but was expected to be fit for the series and the T20 World Cup.&nbsp;On the other hand, Jitesh’s exclusion comes after Ishan’s rise in the domestic circuit, as selectors clearly went for form. Samson and Ishan will be the team’s two wicketkeeper options, with Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shreyas Iyer not even considered.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a><h2>Rinku Singh back, Axar Patel to be vice-captain</h2>In an interesting choice, Rinku Singh returned to the fold despite being dropped from the South Africa series. However, needing back-up in the tail end of the innings, Rinku’s name came as a surprise inclusion. On the other hand, with Gill missing out, Axar Patel was given the vice-captain’s role and will act as deputy to Suryakumar Yadav.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a><h2>India's squad for T20 World Cup and T20I series against New Zealand</h2>Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wicketkeeper), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel (vice-captain), Rinku Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy, Washington Sundar, Ishan Kishan.

Much to the surprise, Shubman Gill, India’s T20 vice-captain in T20Is, was dropped alongside Jitesh Sharma in the 15-man squad for the 2026 T20 World Cup.  

Ishan Kishan returned to the Indian team as the selection committee led by Ajit Agarkar announced the squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup on Saturday (Dec 20). Much to the surprise, Shubman Gill, India’s T20 vice-captain in T20Is, was dropped alongside Jitesh Sharma in the 15-man squad. Ishan’s return to the T20I fold comes after he led Jharkhand to their maiden Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) win on Thursday. Gill, Jitesh dropped from India squad The announcement made on Saturday saw chief of selectors Agarkar and BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia announce the squad for both the T20 World Cup and the New Zealand series. Gill, who was struggling for form, was dropped in favour of Sanju Samson, who excelled in his opener’s position on Friday in the final T20I against South Africa. Gill was also suffering from a minor injury but was expected to be fit for the series and the T20 World Cup. On the other hand, Jitesh’s exclusion comes after Ishan’s rise in the domestic circuit, as selectors clearly went for form. Samson and Ishan will be the team’s two wicketkeeper options, with Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shreyas Iyer not even considered. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes Rinku Singh back, Axar Patel to be vice-captain In an interesting choice, Rinku Singh returned to the fold despite being dropped from the South Africa series. However, needing back-up in the tail end of the innings, Rinku’s name came as a surprise inclusion. On the other hand, with Gill missing out, Axar Patel was given the vice-captain’s role and will act as deputy to Suryakumar Yadav. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes India's squad for T20 World Cup and T20I series against New Zealand Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wicketkeeper), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel (vice-captain), Rinku Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy, Washington Sundar, Ishan Kishan.

Much to the surprise, Shubman Gill, India’s T20 vice-captain in T20Is, was dropped alongside Jitesh Sharma in the 15-man squad for the 2026 T20 World Cup. &nbsp;

T20 World Cup 2026: Ishan Kishan returns to Team India after SMAT heroics, Shubman Gill dropped amid poor form

Star Indian batter Virat Kohli has finally landed in the United States as he gets ready for the T20 World Cup which starts on Saturday (June 1). Virat, who did not travel with&nbsp;first batch of squad&nbsp;last week was spotted at the team hotel and the airport on Friday (May 31). Having arrived late in the United States, it is unlikely that Virat will participate in the warm-up match against Bangladesh on Saturday.

<h2>Virat arrives in the US</h2>

"Virat Kohli has checked in at the team hotel and after a long flight, he will be taking a rest," a senior BCCI source confirmed his arrival.

After a 16-hour flight, Virat arrived in New York and rushed to the team hotel to take&nbsp;rest. The former Indian captain has been in superb form in big tournaments. He was the Highest run scorer in the ODI World Cup back in November while he also bagged the Orange Cap at the recently concluded Indian Premier League (IPL 2024). In 15 matches he scored 741 runs highlighting his importance to the side.

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The former India captain was given an extra break after the IPL and was with his family before linking up with the squad. This is not the first time Virat has arrived late for Team India, having also taken a break during the South Africa series. He arrived in South Africa from India before leaving for England and then again returning to the Rainbow Nation.

India will have huge expectations from the former skipper who is bidding to win his first T20 World Cup. He finished runners-up in the 2014 edition when India lost to Sri Lanka. Suspense still surrounds what position Virat will play at the T20 World Cup as he is rumoured to&nbsp;open the batting while few have suggested he bat at No.3.

Star Indian batter Virat Kohli has finally landed in the United States as he gets ready for the T20 World Cup which starts on Saturday (June 1). Virat, who did not travel with first batch of squad last week was spotted at the team hotel and the airport on Friday (May 31).

Star Indian batter Virat Kohli has finally landed in the United States as he gets ready for the T20 World Cup which starts on Saturday (June 1). Virat, who did not travel with first batch of squad last week was spotted at the team hotel and the airport on Friday (May 31). Having arrived late in the United States, it is unlikely that Virat will participate in the warm-up match against Bangladesh on Saturday. Virat arrives in the US "Virat Kohli has checked in at the team hotel and after a long flight, he will be taking a rest," a senior BCCI source confirmed his arrival. After a 16-hour flight, Virat arrived in New York and rushed to the team hotel to take rest. The former Indian captain has been in superb form in big tournaments. He was the Highest run scorer in the ODI World Cup back in November while he also bagged the Orange Cap at the recently concluded Indian Premier League (IPL 2024). In 15 matches he scored 741 runs highlighting his importance to the side. ALSO READ | Spain authorities seize 11 tonnes of fake Champions League and Euro kits The former India captain was given an extra break after the IPL and was with his family before linking up with the squad. This is not the first time Virat has arrived late for Team India, having also taken a break during the South Africa series. He arrived in South Africa from India before leaving for England and then again returning to the Rainbow Nation. India will have huge expectations from the former skipper who is bidding to win his first T20 World Cup. He finished runners-up in the 2014 edition when India lost to Sri Lanka. Suspense still surrounds what position Virat will play at the T20 World Cup as he is rumoured to open the batting while few have suggested he bat at No.3.

T20 World Cup 2024: Virat Kohli lands in United States, unlikely to participate in warm-up match

Star Indian batter Rinku Singh's father, Khanchandra Singh, has revealed that his son was heartbroken after being excluded from the squad announced for the T20 World Cup.&nbsp;The Board of Control For Cricket In India (BCCI) announced the 15-man squad for the marquee tournament, scheduled to get underway in the West Indies and USA in June.&nbsp;

Although Rinku's name was missing in the squad, he has been included in the four-man contingent of travelling reserves. Hence, his inclusion to the main squad is dependent on injuries to other players.&nbsp;

"There was hope and that is why there is a bit of sadness. We brought sweets, crackers to celebrate, we thought Rinku would play in the eleven,"&nbsp;Khanchandra told Bharat 24.&nbsp;

"He is heartbroken. He spoke to his mother and told her that he was not picked in the 11 or 15. But he also said that he will be travelling with the team," he added.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The selectors are yet to provide any explanation regarding Rinku's exclusion. Chief selector Ajit Agarkaar and captain Rohit Sharma are scheduled to hold a press conference at the BCCI headquarters in Mumbai on Thursday (May 2) where they are expected to field questions from the media.&nbsp;

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<h2>Fans furious</h2>

Ever since making his debut for the Indian team in the T20 format, Rinku has been one of the most consistent batters.&nbsp;In his short 15-match T20I career so far, Rinku has scored 356 runs at an enviable average of 89 and strike rate of 176.24.&nbsp;

Despite the stats backing Rinku's ability,&nbsp;the selectors opted to go with Hardik Pandya and Shivam Dube as the preferred finishers, primarily due to their bowling abilities. The limited batting opportunities that Rinku got with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) also did not do any justice to his cause.&nbsp;

The southpaw's exclusion has invited scathing criticism from fans and former cricketers alike. Many have argued that selectors opted for the conservative route as the alternative would have been to show the door to senior players, who may or may not have accepted the diktat easily.&nbsp;&nbsp;

India squad:&nbsp;

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

Reserves:&nbsp;Shubman Gill, Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed and Avesh Khan

(With inputs from agencies)

Star Indian batter Rinku Singh's father, Khanchandra Singh, has revealed that his son was heartbroken after being excluded from the squad announced for the T20 World Cup.

Star Indian batter Rinku Singh's father, Khanchandra Singh, has revealed that his son was heartbroken after being excluded from the squad announced for the T20 World Cup. The Board of Control For Cricket In India (BCCI) announced the 15-man squad for the marquee tournament, scheduled to get underway in the West Indies and USA in June. Although Rinku's name was missing in the squad, he has been included in the four-man contingent of travelling reserves. Hence, his inclusion to the main squad is dependent on injuries to other players. "There was hope and that is why there is a bit of sadness. We brought sweets, crackers to celebrate, we thought Rinku would play in the eleven," Khanchandra told Bharat 24. "He is heartbroken. He spoke to his mother and told her that he was not picked in the 11 or 15. But he also said that he will be travelling with the team," he added. The selectors are yet to provide any explanation regarding Rinku's exclusion. Chief selector Ajit Agarkaar and captain Rohit Sharma are scheduled to hold a press conference at the BCCI headquarters in Mumbai on Thursday (May 2) where they are expected to field questions from the media. A heartbreaking video. 💔 Rinku Singh's father talking about the exclusion of Rinku from the main squad. pic.twitter.com/Q2MuBmx2rp — Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) May 1, 2024 × Also read | 'You've made him a scapegoat', former Indian cricketer blasts BCCI for Rinku Singh's exclusion from WC squad Fans furious Ever since making his debut for the Indian team in the T20 format, Rinku has been one of the most consistent batters. In his short 15-match T20I career so far, Rinku has scored 356 runs at an enviable average of 89 and strike rate of 176.24. Despite the stats backing Rinku's ability, the selectors opted to go with Hardik Pandya and Shivam Dube as the preferred finishers, primarily due to their bowling abilities. The limited batting opportunities that Rinku got with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) also did not do any justice to his cause. The southpaw's exclusion has invited scathing criticism from fans and former cricketers alike. Many have argued that selectors opted for the conservative route as the alternative would have been to show the door to senior players, who may or may not have accepted the diktat easily. 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 Reserves: Shubman Gill, Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed and Avesh Khan (With inputs from agencies)

‘He is heartbroken’: Rinku Singh’s father reveals son’s reaction on T20 WC exclusion

Former Indian cricketer Kris Srikkanth has ripped into the selectors for not picking Rinku Singh in the provisional 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup in the West Indies and USA.&nbsp;Srikkanth said Rinku was being made a scapegoat as the selectors picked their favourites in the squad.&nbsp;

The gun finisher, currently plying his trade for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), was surprisingly left out of the squad as the BCCI selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, went with Shivam Dube and Hardik Pandya as the finishers.&nbsp;&nbsp;

"I am not at all happy. C'mon all of you. Rinku Singh has been spoken about all over the world. He has performed in each and every opportunity he has got. How can you drop Rinku Singh? You drop anyone else, it doesn't matter. In my view, Rinku Singh should have been there, even if that meant you had to drop Yashasvi Jaiswal," said Srikkanth on his YouTube channel.

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<h2>‘Rubbish, rubbish selection’&nbsp;</h2>

Ever since making his debut for the Indian team in the T20 format, Rinku has been one of the most consistent batters.&nbsp;In his short 15-match T20I career so far, Rinku has scored 356 runs at an average of 89 and strike rate of 176.24&nbsp;- a stat combination that not many modern batters can boast of, especially in the Indian squad.&nbsp;

"He has played match-winning knocks in South Africa. Remember the game against Afghanistan in which Rohit scored a hundred? India were 22 for 4, from there, they scored 212. Rinku played a crucial knock,"&nbsp;said Srikkanth.

"He has given his all whenever he played for India. This is rubbish, rubbish selection. Why do you need 4 spinners? All of them have to go? You have made the selection to please a few people and you have made Rinku Singh a scapegoat."

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Srikanth's sentiments were echoed by the fans who said Indian cricket had once again taken '10 steps back' following the squad announcement. India went into the 2021 and 2022 T20 World Cups with a similar conservative outlook and paid the price for it.&nbsp;

At a time when most nations have moved on with the demands of the shortest format of the game, BCCI continues to rely on old workhorses to get the job done.&nbsp;

India squad:&nbsp;

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

Reserves:&nbsp;Shubman Gill, Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed and Avesh Khan

(With inputs from agencies)

Former Indian cricketer Kris Srikkanth has ripped into the selectors for not picking Rinku Singh in the provisional 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup in the West Indies and USA.

Former Indian cricketer Kris Srikkanth has ripped into the selectors for not picking Rinku Singh in the provisional 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup in the West Indies and USA. Srikkanth said Rinku was being made a scapegoat as the selectors picked their favourites in the squad. The gun finisher, currently plying his trade for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), was surprisingly left out of the squad as the BCCI selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, went with Shivam Dube and Hardik Pandya as the finishers. "I am not at all happy. C'mon all of you. Rinku Singh has been spoken about all over the world. He has performed in each and every opportunity he has got. How can you drop Rinku Singh? You drop anyone else, it doesn't matter. In my view, Rinku Singh should have been there, even if that meant you had to drop Yashasvi Jaiswal," said Srikkanth on his YouTube channel. Also read | Impact Player rule led to Rinku Singh’s ouster from India’s T20 WC squad? BCCI official reveals ‘Rubbish, rubbish selection’ Ever since making his debut for the Indian team in the T20 format, Rinku has been one of the most consistent batters. In his short 15-match T20I career so far, Rinku has scored 356 runs at an average of 89 and strike rate of 176.24 - a stat combination that not many modern batters can boast of, especially in the Indian squad. "He has played match-winning knocks in South Africa. Remember the game against Afghanistan in which Rohit scored a hundred? India were 22 for 4, from there, they scored 212. Rinku played a crucial knock," said Srikkanth. "He has given his all whenever he played for India. This is rubbish, rubbish selection. Why do you need 4 spinners? All of them have to go? You have made the selection to please a few people and you have made Rinku Singh a scapegoat." Also read | India T20 World Cup squad: Five 'unlucky' players to have missed the WC flight Srikanth's sentiments were echoed by the fans who said Indian cricket had once again taken '10 steps back' following the squad announcement. India went into the 2021 and 2022 T20 World Cups with a similar conservative outlook and paid the price for it. At a time when most nations have moved on with the demands of the shortest format of the game, BCCI continues to rely on old workhorses to get the job done. 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 Reserves: Shubman Gill, Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed and Avesh Khan (With inputs from agencies)

‘You’ve made him a scapegoat,’ former Indian cricketer blasts BCCI for Rinku Singh’s exclusion from WC squad

The BCCI selection committee on Tuesday (Apr 30) picked wicketkeeper batter Rishabh Pant in the 15-member India squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup in the West Indies and USA.

The BCCI selection committee on Tuesday (Apr 30) picked wicketkeeper batter Rishabh Pant in the 15-member India squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup in the West Indies and USA. Pant's comeback after suffering a nearly fatal car crash is nothing short of a fairytale but to make the WC flight, he had to make big sacrifices. In order to give the best account of himself for T20 WC consideration, Pant went on a strict food diet that helped him to achieve match fitness. As per a report in Times of India, Pant had to snub his favourite food items like fried chicken, biryani and ras malai. "He adopted a calorie-deficit diet since late December. If his body demanded 1400 calories a day, he was given around 1000 calories. It was tough on him since he had to train very hard to gain match-fitness and had to strengthen the muscles on his injured right leg," a source involved in Pant's rehabilitation was quoted as saying. In an attempt to not get bored by the same, flavourless food, Pant moved into a rented house in Bengaluru while he was undergoing rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy (NCA). "He was allowed only 5 ml of extra virgin olive oil. He couldn't give up his love for chilly chicken. So, a recipe was derived to make it with that much oil. Goan bhindi was one of his favourites," the source added. Pant lost considerable weight Apart from strict food habits, Pant focused on taking solid sleep at night, devoid of distractions brought by the electronic gadgets. "All gadgets, including phones, iPads and TVs were shut down by 11 in the night. He had to have eight-nine hours of uninterrupted sleep to get back to rigorous training next morning," the report quoted a source as saying. As a result, Pant lost close to 16 kilogrammes over the course of four months, leading up to the start of the IPL where he had already played some sizzling knocks for Delhi Capitals Also read | India T20 World Cup squad: Five 'unlucky' players to have missed the WC flight The car crash had caused significant physical damage to Pant who was forced to step back from the game. According to reports, the Indian dasher suffered a severe right knee injury that required ligament reconstruction surgery. He also had a fractured wrist and ankle that took significant physiotherapy to heal. 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 Reserves: Shubman Gill, Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed and Avesh Khan (With inputs from agencies)

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India’s Yuvraj Singh has been officially announced as the new ambassador for the upcoming&nbsp;T20 World Cup in the USA and the West Indies. After the&nbsp;announcement was made official&nbsp;on Friday (April 26) the former World Cup winner said he felt&nbsp;honoured to be a part of the tournament.&nbsp;Yuvraj was part of&nbsp;the T20 World Cup team in 2007 in South Africa, when India&nbsp;won the trophy. He holds the&nbsp;distinction of winning three World Cups while playing for India&nbsp;- in 2000 U-19 and 2011 ODI World Cup.

<h2>Yuvraj named ambassador for the World Cup</h2>

"It's an honour to have Yuvraj as an ICC Men's T20 World Cup Ambassador. His name is synonymous with the T20 World Cup, owning one of the event's most iconic moments when he became the first player to hit six sixes in a T20 International. He joins Chris Gayle and Usain Bolt as the first ambassadors to&nbsp;be announced, who will each add to the excitement of&nbsp;what will be&nbsp;the biggest T20 World Cup ever,” Claire Furlong, ICC General Manager - Marketing &amp;&nbsp;Communications&nbsp;said.

"Some of my fondest cricketing memories have come from playing at the T20 World Cup, including hitting six sixes in an over, so it's&nbsp;very exciting&nbsp;to be part of this edition, which&nbsp;is set&nbsp;to be the biggest one yet,” Yuvraj Singh said after being announced as ambassador of the tournament.

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<h2>Expanded format in T20 World Cup</h2>

The T20 World Cup will be a special tournament&nbsp;considering&nbsp;20 teams will participate&nbsp;this time&nbsp;along with debutants Uganda, USA and Canada.&nbsp;It will be the first time that the USA will co-host a&nbsp;cricket World Cup at the senior level.&nbsp;The expanded format will see the return of West Indies&nbsp;who&nbsp;missed out on the ODI World Cup last year.

The tournament will kick off on June 1, 2024 with the USA playing Canada at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Texas. India’s first match will take place on June 5 when they play Ireland in New York, with the&nbsp;biggest&nbsp;game against Pakistan&nbsp;taking place&nbsp;on June 9.

India’s Yuvraj Singh has been officially announced as the new ambassador for the upcoming T20 World Cup in the USA and the West Indies. After the announcement was made official on Friday (April 26) the former World Cup winner said he felt honoured to be a part of the tournament.

India’s Yuvraj Singh has been officially announced as the new ambassador for the upcoming T20 World Cup in the USA and the West Indies. After the announcement was made official on Friday (April 26) the former World Cup winner said he felt honoured to be a part of the tournament. Yuvraj was part of the T20 World Cup team in 2007 in South Africa, when India won the trophy. He holds the distinction of winning three World Cups while playing for India - in 2000 U-19 and 2011 ODI World Cup. Yuvraj named ambassador for the World Cup "It's an honour to have Yuvraj as an ICC Men's T20 World Cup Ambassador. His name is synonymous with the T20 World Cup, owning one of the event's most iconic moments when he became the first player to hit six sixes in a T20 International. He joins Chris Gayle and Usain Bolt as the first ambassadors to be announced, who will each add to the excitement of what will be the biggest T20 World Cup ever,” Claire Furlong, ICC General Manager - Marketing & Communications said. "Some of my fondest cricketing memories have come from playing at the T20 World Cup, including hitting six sixes in an over, so it's very exciting to be part of this edition, which is set to be the biggest one yet,” Yuvraj Singh said after being announced as ambassador of the tournament. ALSO READ | Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Indian cricket team coach Rahul Dravid waits in queue to cast vote - WATCH Expanded format in T20 World Cup The T20 World Cup will be a special tournament considering 20 teams will participate this time along with debutants Uganda, USA and Canada. It will be the first time that the USA will co-host a cricket World Cup at the senior level. The expanded format will see the return of West Indies who missed out on the ODI World Cup last year. The tournament will kick off on June 1, 2024 with the USA playing Canada at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Texas. India’s first match will take place on June 5 when they play Ireland in New York, with the biggest game against Pakistan taking place on June 9.

T20 World Cup 2024: India's Yuvraj Singh named ambassador for marquee event in USA, West Indies

Team India is&nbsp;all set&nbsp;to resume its quest to win the T20 World Cup as they prepare for the marquee event&nbsp;post&nbsp;the Indian Premier League (IPL). Walking into the tournament as one of the favourites to win the competition, India will look to send a strong squad for the T20 World Cup that will&nbsp;be played&nbsp;in the USA and the West Indies.&nbsp;To select the&nbsp;squad, it&nbsp;is reported&nbsp;that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will speak to captain Rohit Sharma when his Mumbai Indians side travels to Delhi on April 27.

<h2>BCCI to speak to Rohit&nbsp;</h2>

According to media reports, the selectors panel led by Ajit Agarkar will speak to Rohit about several players who could be part of the first&nbsp;squad,&nbsp;while also keeping eyes on potential back-up options. Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant’s selection will be the&nbsp;biggest&nbsp;topic of discussion&nbsp;with&nbsp;both likely to play in the T20 World Cup. The selectors will have plenty of thinking to do in the bowling department with out of favour Yuzvendra Chahal impressing during the IPL 2024.&nbsp;

Virat played his first T20I match for India since the T20 World Cup in January when he&nbsp;was selected&nbsp;for the Afghanistan tour. He has been in excellent touch for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) side in the IPL 2024&nbsp;and has&nbsp;scored 361 runs in seven matches&nbsp;including&nbsp;an unbeaten hundred against Rajasthan Royals (RR). &nbsp;

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Pant’s position is a little vulnerable&nbsp;considering&nbsp;there is competition for the spot in the squad. Sanju Samson has been impressive again with RR&nbsp;while&nbsp;KL Rahul also played a vital role for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Friday. Despite not being offered a central contract before the IPL, Ishan Kishan&nbsp;continues to be&nbsp;an option due to his recent exploits with the national side. Lastly, Dinesh Karthik is also proving why he is ageing like a fine wine and has thrown up a tough challenge to the selectors.

In the bowling department,&nbsp;Chahal is most likely to join Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav after impressing in the IPL 2024 with RR.&nbsp;

Team India is all set to resume its quest to win the T20 World Cup as they prepare for the marquee event post the Indian Premier League (IPL). Walking into the tournament as one of the favourites to win the competition, India will look to send a strong squad for the T20 World Cup that will be played in the USA and the West Indies.

Team India is all set to resume its quest to win the T20 World Cup as they prepare for the marquee event post the Indian Premier League (IPL). Walking into the tournament as one of the favourites to win the competition, India will look to send a strong squad for the T20 World Cup that will be played in the USA and the West Indies. To select the squad, it is reported that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will speak to captain Rohit Sharma when his Mumbai Indians side travels to Delhi on April 27. BCCI to speak to Rohit According to media reports, the selectors panel led by Ajit Agarkar will speak to Rohit about several players who could be part of the first squad, while also keeping eyes on potential back-up options. Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant’s selection will be the biggest topic of discussion with both likely to play in the T20 World Cup. The selectors will have plenty of thinking to do in the bowling department with out of favour Yuzvendra Chahal impressing during the IPL 2024. Virat played his first T20I match for India since the T20 World Cup in January when he was selected for the Afghanistan tour. He has been in excellent touch for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) side in the IPL 2024 and has scored 361 runs in seven matches including an unbeaten hundred against Rajasthan Royals (RR). ALSO READ | IPL 2024: Fleming lauds MS Dhoni’s skill-set in pre-season as Mahi turns back clock against LSG Pant’s position is a little vulnerable considering there is competition for the spot in the squad. Sanju Samson has been impressive again with RR while KL Rahul also played a vital role for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Friday. Despite not being offered a central contract before the IPL, Ishan Kishan continues to be an option due to his recent exploits with the national side. Lastly, Dinesh Karthik is also proving why he is ageing like a fine wine and has thrown up a tough challenge to the selectors. In the bowling department, Chahal is most likely to join Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav after impressing in the IPL 2024 with RR.

T20 World Cup: Selectors to meet Rohit Sharma in Delhi on April 27; Virat, Pant likely to be included - Report

After beating Pakistan in a humdinger, at the MCG, Melbourne, India will now face the Netherlands in their second Super 12 clash at the T20 World Cup. This will be the first clash between both sides in the format. In the ODI World Cup, India got the better of the Dutch line-up in both their meetings -- in the 2003 and 2011 editions. Coincidentally, they made it to the final on both the occasions.&nbsp;

India are coming into this game on the back of a stunning four-wicket win over Pakistan in their tournament opener, at the MCG. Playing their arch-rivals at the iconic stadium, on October 23 (Sunday), Rohit Sharma &amp; Co. opted to bowl first and restricted them to 159 for 8.

In reply, India were reeling at 31 for 4 before Virat Kohli's stupendous 82 not out, off 53 balls, and Hardik Pandya's 37-ball 40 brought them&nbsp;back into the contest. With 16 needed off the last over, India triumphed on the final ball to register a famous win. Kohli was the architect of India's win with a match-winning knock that will go down as one of his finest in history.

Netherlands, on the other hand, entered the main draw of the competition after playing the qualifiers. They were up against Bangladesh in their first game and failed to chase 145, being all-out for 135 in 20 overs. After a missed opportunity versus the Bangla Tigers, the Scott Edwards-led side will hope to get inspired from Ireland, who beat England on Wednesday (October 26), and stun the one-time winners.

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Here's everything you need to know&nbsp;about the live-streaming details of the match:&nbsp;

Where will India vs Netherlands T20 World Cup match take place?&nbsp;

India vs Netherlands T20 World Cup 2022 match will be played at The Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney.&nbsp;

At what time will&nbsp;India vs Netherlands T20 World Cup match commence?

India vs Netherlands T20 World Cup 2022 face-off will get underway at 12:30 PM IST.

Which TV channels will broadcast India vs Netherlands T20 World Cup in India?

India vs Netherlands T20 World Cup 2022 match's live telecast will be available on Star Sports.

Where can one watch the live streaming of India vs Netherlands T20 World Cup match in India?

India vs Netherlands T20 World Cup 2022 match's live streaming will be on Disney+Hotstar.&nbsp;

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Squads:

India: KL Rahul, Rohit Sharma(c), Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Axar Patel, Hardik Pandya, Dinesh Karthik(w), Ravichandran Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Rishabh Pant, Deepak Hooda, Harshal Patel

Netherlands: Vikramjit Singh, Max ODowd, Bas de Leede, Colin Ackermann, Tom Cooper, Scott Edwards(w/c), Tim Pringle, Logan van Beek, Shariz Ahmad, Fred Klaassen, Paul van Meekeren, Roelof van der Merwe, Timm van der Gugten, Stephan Myburgh, Teja Nidamanuru, Brandon Glover

After beating Pakistan in a humdinger, at the MCG, Melbourne, India will now face the Netherlands in their second Super 12 clash at the T20 World Cup. This will be the first clash between both sides in the format.

After beating Pakistan in a humdinger, at the MCG, Melbourne, India will now face the Netherlands in their second Super 12 clash at the T20 World Cup. This will be the first clash between both sides in the format. In the ODI World Cup, India got the better of the Dutch line-up in both their meetings -- in the 2003 and 2011 editions. Coincidentally, they made it to the final on both the occasions. India are coming into this game on the back of a stunning four-wicket win over Pakistan in their tournament opener, at the MCG. Playing their arch-rivals at the iconic stadium, on October 23 (Sunday), Rohit Sharma & Co. opted to bowl first and restricted them to 159 for 8. In reply, India were reeling at 31 for 4 before Virat Kohli's stupendous 82 not out, off 53 balls, and Hardik Pandya's 37-ball 40 brought them back into the contest. With 16 needed off the last over, India triumphed on the final ball to register a famous win. Kohli was the architect of India's win with a match-winning knock that will go down as one of his finest in history. Netherlands, on the other hand, entered the main draw of the competition after playing the qualifiers. They were up against Bangladesh in their first game and failed to chase 145, being all-out for 135 in 20 overs. After a missed opportunity versus the Bangla Tigers, the Scott Edwards-led side will hope to get inspired from Ireland, who beat England on Wednesday (October 26), and stun the one-time winners. ALSO READ | They gave a childish statement: Shahid Afridi once again slams BCCI's decision on Asia Cup 2023 Here's everything you need to know about the live-streaming details of the match: Where will India vs Netherlands T20 World Cup match take place? India vs Netherlands T20 World Cup 2022 match will be played at The Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney. At what time will India vs Netherlands T20 World Cup match commence? India vs Netherlands T20 World Cup 2022 face-off will get underway at 12:30 PM IST. Which TV channels will broadcast India vs Netherlands T20 World Cup in India? India vs Netherlands T20 World Cup 2022 match's live telecast will be available on Star Sports. Where can one watch the live streaming of India vs Netherlands T20 World Cup match in India? India vs Netherlands T20 World Cup 2022 match's live streaming will be on Disney+Hotstar. ALSO READ | 'To hell with the Spirit of the Game': Hardik Pandya shares his take on run out at non-striker's end Squads: India: KL Rahul, Rohit Sharma(c), Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Axar Patel, Hardik Pandya, Dinesh Karthik(w), Ravichandran Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Rishabh Pant, Deepak Hooda, Harshal Patel Netherlands: Vikramjit Singh, Max ODowd, Bas de Leede, Colin Ackermann, Tom Cooper, Scott Edwards(w/c), Tim Pringle, Logan van Beek, Shariz Ahmad, Fred Klaassen, Paul van Meekeren, Roelof van der Merwe, Timm van der Gugten, Stephan Myburgh, Teja Nidamanuru, Brandon Glover

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Jasprit Bumrah's back injury has come at the wrong time for the Indian team with the T20 World Cup 2022 starting next month in Australia. The premier pacer was set to spearhead India's pace attack at the showpiece event but is currently doubtful to take part in the tournament.

Bumrah has reportedly suffered a stress fracture in his back which had ruled him out of India's ongoing T20I series against South Africa earlier this week. The fast bowler had made his come back in the recently-concluded T20I series against Australia after undergoing rehab at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) but his injury resurfaced.

Amid reports that he is likely to miss the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022, India head coach Rahul Dravid on Saturday spoke about Bumrah's injury in the pre-match press conference ahead of India's second T20I against South Africa. Dravid said Bumrah has gone to the NCA and the team management is waiting for official confirmation regarding his participation in the T20 World Cup.

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"So, as of now, (Bumrah) officially has been ruled out, as you know, from this series against South Africa. He has gone to the NCA. And we are waiting for the official confirmation on the next steps. So, as of now, officially, he is only out of this series, but we'll see what happens over the next few days. And, and once we get some official confirmation, then we'll be able to share that," Dravid said in the press conference.

"I honestly haven't gone deeply into the medical reports. I mean, I rely on the experts to tell me what is happening. He is being assessed. And we'll know in due course, whether he's what happens in the future. And obviously, till he is completely ruled out till I get official confirmation that he is ruled out, we will always be hopeful. We will always hope for the best not just for us as a team, but also just as individuals, we will always hope for the best for the remainder of the matches," added the India head coach.&nbsp;

Bumrah's absence will be a huge blow for the Indian team as the Men in Blue have struggled massively in the death overs as far as T20Is are concerned. His absence will leave a huge void in the pace attack and India's chances at the World Cup will be severely impacted.

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In case Bumrah fails to recover in time to make the cut for the T20 World Cup, India have the likes of Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj and Deepak Chahar among others to take his spot in the main squad. However, the team management will be hopeful he can recover in time for the World Cup.

Jasprit Bumrah's back injury has come at the wrong time for the Indian team with the T20 World Cup 2022 starting next month in Australia. The premier pacer was set to spearhead India's pace attack at the showpiece event but is currently doubtful to take part in the tournament.

Jasprit Bumrah's back injury has come at the wrong time for the Indian team with the T20 World Cup 2022 starting next month in Australia. The premier pacer was set to spearhead India's pace attack at the showpiece event but is currently doubtful to take part in the tournament. Bumrah has reportedly suffered a stress fracture in his back which had ruled him out of India's ongoing T20I series against South Africa earlier this week. The fast bowler had made his come back in the recently-concluded T20I series against Australia after undergoing rehab at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) but his injury resurfaced. Amid reports that he is likely to miss the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022, India head coach Rahul Dravid on Saturday spoke about Bumrah's injury in the pre-match press conference ahead of India's second T20I against South Africa. Dravid said Bumrah has gone to the NCA and the team management is waiting for official confirmation regarding his participation in the T20 World Cup. Also Read: India have found their next Zaheer Khan: Kamran Akmal lauds Arshdeep Singh after his heroics against SA "So, as of now, (Bumrah) officially has been ruled out, as you know, from this series against South Africa. He has gone to the NCA. And we are waiting for the official confirmation on the next steps. So, as of now, officially, he is only out of this series, but we'll see what happens over the next few days. And, and once we get some official confirmation, then we'll be able to share that," Dravid said in the press conference. "I honestly haven't gone deeply into the medical reports. I mean, I rely on the experts to tell me what is happening. He is being assessed. And we'll know in due course, whether he's what happens in the future. And obviously, till he is completely ruled out till I get official confirmation that he is ruled out, we will always be hopeful. We will always hope for the best not just for us as a team, but also just as individuals, we will always hope for the best for the remainder of the matches," added the India head coach. Bumrah's absence will be a huge blow for the Indian team as the Men in Blue have struggled massively in the death overs as far as T20Is are concerned. His absence will leave a huge void in the pace attack and India's chances at the World Cup will be severely impacted. Also Read: Jasprit Bumrah not ruled out of T20 World Cup 2022 yet, says BCCI president Sourav Ganguly In case Bumrah fails to recover in time to make the cut for the T20 World Cup, India have the likes of Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj and Deepak Chahar among others to take his spot in the main squad. However, the team management will be hopeful he can recover in time for the World Cup.

Jasprit Bumrah has gone to NCA, we are waiting for official confirmation on his fitness: Rahul Dravid

Sanju Samson was trending on Twitter soon after India announced their squad for the T20 World Cup 2022 on Monday. The wicket-keeper batter was not in the reckoning for selection but many believed he had an outside chance due to his experience and brilliant strokeplay which could have helped the Indian team during the showpiece event in Australia next month.

However, much to the dejection of many, Samson was snubbed from the 15-man squad with India selecting Rishabh Pant and Dinesh Karthik as the two wicket-keeper batters in the team. Like many, former Pakistan cricketer Danish Kaneria was also left baffled by Samson's absence from India's squad and called the decision unfair.

Kaneria believes Samson should have made the cut ahead of Pant in the squad and that he has not been given enough opportunities by the selectors despite performing well.&nbsp;

“It is a bit unfair for someone like Sanju Samson. He should have been considered for the T20 World Cup squad. What has he done wrong to not find a place? He has also been ignored for India’s home series against Australia and South Africa. I would have gone for Samson instead of Rishabh Pant,” Kaneria said in a video on his YouTube channel.

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Samson last featured for India on their tour of Zimbabwe last month where he scored 58 runs in two ODIs. The talented wicket-keeper batter has been around for a while now but hasn't quite managed to live up to the expectations due to his inconsistent performances.

He was part of India's squad in the T20I series against Sri Lanka earlier this year where Indian skipper Rohit Sharma had lavished praise on the star batter and called him a match-winner. Rohit had said the Indian team management wanted to give opportunities to Samson as he is someone who has a range of shots and he can be useful in Australia.

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“As a team management, we see a lot of potential, we see a lot of talent and we see a lot of match-winning abilities in that individual (Sanju Samson),” Rohit Sharma had said about Samson.

“His back-foot play is superb, some of the shots you must have seen during the IPL, the pick-up pull, the cut shots, standing and delivering over bowler’s head. Those kinds of shots are not easy to play and I believe when we go to Australia, you need that kind of shot-making ability and Samson does have it in him. I just hope that he utilises his potential to the maximum,” he added.

However, the 27-year-old has missed the bus once again and will be hoping to spark a turnaround in his international career with better performances in the opportunities that come his way in the future. Samson has so far played 7 ODIs and 16 T20Is in his career, amassing 176 and 296 runs in the two formats respectively.

Sanju Samson was trending on Twitter soon after India announced their squad for the T20 World Cup 2022 on Monday. The wicket-keeper batter was not in the reckoning for selection but many believed he had an outside chance due to his experience and brilliant strokeplay which could have helped the Indian team during the showpiece event in Australia next month.

Sanju Samson was trending on Twitter soon after India announced their squad for the T20 World Cup 2022 on Monday. The wicket-keeper batter was not in the reckoning for selection but many believed he had an outside chance due to his experience and brilliant strokeplay which could have helped the Indian team during the showpiece event in Australia next month. However, much to the dejection of many, Samson was snubbed from the 15-man squad with India selecting Rishabh Pant and Dinesh Karthik as the two wicket-keeper batters in the team. Like many, former Pakistan cricketer Danish Kaneria was also left baffled by Samson's absence from India's squad and called the decision unfair. Kaneria believes Samson should have made the cut ahead of Pant in the squad and that he has not been given enough opportunities by the selectors despite performing well. “It is a bit unfair for someone like Sanju Samson. He should have been considered for the T20 World Cup squad. What has he done wrong to not find a place? He has also been ignored for India’s home series against Australia and South Africa. I would have gone for Samson instead of Rishabh Pant,” Kaneria said in a video on his YouTube channel. Also Read: 'We can always crib but...: Sunil Gavaskar reacts as BCCI names India's final squad for T20 World Cup Samson last featured for India on their tour of Zimbabwe last month where he scored 58 runs in two ODIs. The talented wicket-keeper batter has been around for a while now but hasn't quite managed to live up to the expectations due to his inconsistent performances. He was part of India's squad in the T20I series against Sri Lanka earlier this year where Indian skipper Rohit Sharma had lavished praise on the star batter and called him a match-winner. Rohit had said the Indian team management wanted to give opportunities to Samson as he is someone who has a range of shots and he can be useful in Australia. Also Read: India's T20 WC squad: Dravid-Rohit favoured R Ashwin over Md Shami during selection meeting - Report “As a team management, we see a lot of potential, we see a lot of talent and we see a lot of match-winning abilities in that individual (Sanju Samson),” Rohit Sharma had said about Samson. “His back-foot play is superb, some of the shots you must have seen during the IPL, the pick-up pull, the cut shots, standing and delivering over bowler’s head. Those kinds of shots are not easy to play and I believe when we go to Australia, you need that kind of shot-making ability and Samson does have it in him. I just hope that he utilises his potential to the maximum,” he added. However, the 27-year-old has missed the bus once again and will be hoping to spark a turnaround in his international career with better performances in the opportunities that come his way in the future. Samson has so far played 7 ODIs and 16 T20Is in his career, amassing 176 and 296 runs in the two formats respectively.

Unfair for Sanju Samson: Former Pakistan cricketer questions his absence from India's T20 World Cup squad

Jasprit Bumrah and Harshal Patel returned as India announced their squad for the T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia next month. The Men in Blue have named a strong 15-man squad after their disappointing campaign in the recently-concluded Asia Cup 2022 where they failed to make it to the final.&nbsp;

While Bumrah and Harshal have made their comeback&nbsp;into the squad, India have also retained the experienced Dinesh Karthik as the specialist finisher while roping in Axar Patel as a like-to-like replacement for the injured Ravindra Jadeja. Yuzvendra Chahal will lead the spin attack alongside veteran R Ashwin.

Much to the surprise of many, there are not many changes in India's squad for the T20 World Cup in Australia this year when compared to the last edition of the tournament which was staged in the UAE. India have made a total of only six changes from the 15-man squad that featured in the World Cup last year where the Men in Blue endured a disastrous campaign.

This comes as surprise as the Indian team had been experimenting significantly under new skipper Rohit Sharma and head coach Rahul Dravid with the future in mind. Several youngsters have been given the opportunity to showcase their talent on the big stage for India in the last few months but not many have managed to make the cut.

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Here is a look at the changes in India's T20 World Cup 2022 squad from last year:

Ins - Dinesh Karthik, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Harshal Patel, Deepak Hooda, Axar Patel

Outs - Ishan Kishan, Mohammed Shami, Rahul Chahar, Shardul Thakur, Varun Chakravarthy, Ravindra Jadeja

Ravindra Jadeja would have been a certain pick in India's squad this year had he not undergone knee surgery recently. He has been replaced in the team by Axar, who might not be a first-choice starter. Karthik has come in for Ishan Kishan, who has failed to retain his spot due to a lack of chances and his inconsistent performances.

Yuzvendra Chahal's exclusion was a surprise last year and he has been roped back in at the expense of Rahul Chahar, who failed to impress in the World Cup last year. India have gone with an extra a-round option in the form of Deepak Hooda this time around instead of having an extra spinner - Varun Chakaravarthy.

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Mohammed Shami, who was being backed by many to make the cut after the Indian pacers' disappointing show in the Asia Cup has not been included with Arshdeep Singh in the squad this year. Harshal Patel, on the other hand, has replaced Shardul Thakur from India's World Cup squad last year.

India's squad for T20 World Cup 2022:

Rohit Sharma (C), KL Rahul (VC), Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Deepak Hooda, Rishabh Pant (WK), Dinesh Karthik (WK), Hardik Pandya, R Ashwin, Yuzvendra Chahal, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Harshal Patel, Arshdeep Singh

Jasprit Bumrah and Harshal Patel returned as India announced their squad for the T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia next month. The Men in Blue have named a strong 15-man squad after their disappointing campaign in the recently-concluded Asia Cup 2022 where they failed to make it to the final.

Jasprit Bumrah and Harshal Patel returned as India announced their squad for the T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia next month. The Men in Blue have named a strong 15-man squad after their disappointing campaign in the recently-concluded Asia Cup 2022 where they failed to make it to the final. While Bumrah and Harshal have made their comeback into the squad, India have also retained the experienced Dinesh Karthik as the specialist finisher while roping in Axar Patel as a like-to-like replacement for the injured Ravindra Jadeja. Yuzvendra Chahal will lead the spin attack alongside veteran R Ashwin. Much to the surprise of many, there are not many changes in India's squad for the T20 World Cup in Australia this year when compared to the last edition of the tournament which was staged in the UAE. India have made a total of only six changes from the 15-man squad that featured in the World Cup last year where the Men in Blue endured a disastrous campaign. This comes as surprise as the Indian team had been experimenting significantly under new skipper Rohit Sharma and head coach Rahul Dravid with the future in mind. Several youngsters have been given the opportunity to showcase their talent on the big stage for India in the last few months but not many have managed to make the cut. Also Read: Dreams do come true: Dinesh Karthik reacts after being selected in India's T20 World Cup 2022 squad Here is a look at the changes in India's T20 World Cup 2022 squad from last year: Ins - Dinesh Karthik, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Harshal Patel, Deepak Hooda, Axar Patel Outs - Ishan Kishan, Mohammed Shami, Rahul Chahar, Shardul Thakur, Varun Chakravarthy, Ravindra Jadeja Ravindra Jadeja would have been a certain pick in India's squad this year had he not undergone knee surgery recently. He has been replaced in the team by Axar, who might not be a first-choice starter. Karthik has come in for Ishan Kishan, who has failed to retain his spot due to a lack of chances and his inconsistent performances. Yuzvendra Chahal's exclusion was a surprise last year and he has been roped back in at the expense of Rahul Chahar, who failed to impress in the World Cup last year. India have gone with an extra a-round option in the form of Deepak Hooda this time around instead of having an extra spinner - Varun Chakaravarthy. Also Read: Jasprit Bumrah, Harshal Patel return as India announce 15-man squad for T20 World Cup 2022 Mohammed Shami, who was being backed by many to make the cut after the Indian pacers' disappointing show in the Asia Cup has not been included with Arshdeep Singh in the squad this year. Harshal Patel, on the other hand, has replaced Shardul Thakur from India's World Cup squad last year. India's squad for T20 World Cup 2022: Rohit Sharma (C), KL Rahul (VC), Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Deepak Hooda, Rishabh Pant (WK), Dinesh Karthik (WK), Hardik Pandya, R Ashwin, Yuzvendra Chahal, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Harshal Patel, Arshdeep Singh

Who is in, who is out? A look at changes in India's squads for T20 Word Cup 2021 and 2022

It was a dream come true moment for Dinesh Karthik as India announced their squad for the T20 World Cup 2022 on Monday. Karthik has been selected in India's squad for the World Cup down under as one of the two wicket-keepers along with Rishabh Pant. The veteran wicket-keeper batter has had a remarkable year so far and will be looking to continue his fine form in the showpiece event next month.

Karthik has completed a stunning redemption with his selection in India's T20 World Cup team. Having last played for India in the ODI World Cup in 2019, the 37-year-old made his comeback to the team earlier this year after a brilliant campaign in IPL 2022 where he lit up games with his finishing heroics.

He continued his fine form for India in the shortest format of the game and has now managed to make the cut in the T20 World Cup squad as the team's designated finisher. He took to Twitter to react to his inclusion and posted a heartfelt message for all. "Dreams do come true," wrote Karthik.

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Karthik has played 18 T20Is for India this year since making his comeback to the team and has scored 193 runs at an average of 21.44 while batting in the lower-middle order. It remains to be seen if he will manage to pip Pant as the first-choice wicket-keeper batter in the T20 World Cup or if he will be used as a specialist batter.

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Apart from Karthik's inclusion, India's squad also saw the return of fast bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Harshal Patel after they recovered from their respective injuries. The duo will strengthen India's pace attack at the World Cup and will be looking to get into a rhythm in South Africa and Australia series at home ahead of the showpiece event.

Hardik Pandya and Axar Patel have been roped in as the two all-rounders in the 15-man squad while Yuzvendra Chahal and R Ashwin have made the cut as the two spinners. The T20 World Cup 2022 is set to get underway on October 16.

It was a dream come true moment for Dinesh Karthik as India announced their squad for the T20 World Cup 2022 on Monday. Karthik has been selected in India's squad for the World Cup down under as one of the two wicket-keepers along with Rishabh Pant.

It was a dream come true moment for Dinesh Karthik as India announced their squad for the T20 World Cup 2022 on Monday. Karthik has been selected in India's squad for the World Cup down under as one of the two wicket-keepers along with Rishabh Pant. The veteran wicket-keeper batter has had a remarkable year so far and will be looking to continue his fine form in the showpiece event next month. Karthik has completed a stunning redemption with his selection in India's T20 World Cup team. Having last played for India in the ODI World Cup in 2019, the 37-year-old made his comeback to the team earlier this year after a brilliant campaign in IPL 2022 where he lit up games with his finishing heroics. He continued his fine form for India in the shortest format of the game and has now managed to make the cut in the T20 World Cup squad as the team's designated finisher. He took to Twitter to react to his inclusion and posted a heartfelt message for all. "Dreams do come true," wrote Karthik. Dreams do come true — DK (@DineshKarthik) September 12, 2022 × Also Read: Jasprit Bumrah, Harshal Patel return as India announce 15-man squad for T20 World Cup 2022 Karthik has played 18 T20Is for India this year since making his comeback to the team and has scored 193 runs at an average of 21.44 while batting in the lower-middle order. It remains to be seen if he will manage to pip Pant as the first-choice wicket-keeper batter in the T20 World Cup or if he will be used as a specialist batter. Also Read: 'Learnt this from Tendulkar' - Sehwag on why Team India stars are getting injured regularly Apart from Karthik's inclusion, India's squad also saw the return of fast bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Harshal Patel after they recovered from their respective injuries. The duo will strengthen India's pace attack at the World Cup and will be looking to get into a rhythm in South Africa and Australia series at home ahead of the showpiece event. Hardik Pandya and Axar Patel have been roped in as the two all-rounders in the 15-man squad while Yuzvendra Chahal and R Ashwin have made the cut as the two spinners. The T20 World Cup 2022 is set to get underway on October 16.

Dreams do come true: Dinesh Karthik reacts after being selected in India's T20 World Cup 2022 squad

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday (September 12) announced India's 15-man squad for the T20 World Cup 2022. There are no major surprises in the squad as fast bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Harshal Patel have returned after recovering well from their respective injuries.

The BCCI selection committee met on Monday afternoon to pick the squad after India's disappointing campaign in the recently-concluded Asia Cup 2022 where the team failed to make it to the final. India's bowling woes were left exposed in the tournament and the pace attack has been strengthened for the World Cup with the return of Bumrah and Harshal.

Both the pacers had missed the bus for Asia Cup after suffering injuries. They have now fully recovered and have been undergoing training at the National Cricket&nbsp; Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru. Bumrah and Harshal will spearhead India's pace battery alongside the experienced Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Arshdeep Singh.

Senior pacer Mohammed Shami was believed to be in contention to make a comeback in the T20 squad after a dismal show from Indian pacers in the Asia Cup. However, he has been selected as one of the standby players alongside Deepak Chahar and young spinner Ravi Bishnoi, who was part of India's Asia Cup squad.

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In the absence of star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, who failed to make the cut after undergoing knee surgery recently, Axar Patel has been roped in as a like-to-like replacement. Hardik Pandya remains India's first-choice all-rounder while Deepak Hooda will also be expected to chip in with the ball when required.

There are no major changes in the batting line-up from the squad that was picked for the Asia Cup. The likes of Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan and others have also missed out as the selectors have retained the top four of&nbsp;Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Virat Kohli and&nbsp;Suryakumar Yadav along with Pandya and Hooda in the middle.

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Both Rishabh Pant and Dinesh Karthik have made the cut as expected. While Pant is likely to be the first-choice wicket-keeper, Karthik might have made the cut as a specialist finisher based on his current form. India have kept Shreyas Iyer in the reserves as a backup in case of injuries.

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India's final 15-man squad for T20 World Cup 2022:

Rohit Sharma (C), KL Rahul (VC), Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Deepak Hooda, Rishabh Pant (WK), Dinesh Karthik (WK), Hardik Pandya, R&nbsp;Ashwin, Yuzvendra&nbsp;Chahal, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Harshal Patel, Arshdeep Singh

Standby players - Mohammed&nbsp;Shami, Shreyas Iyer, Ravi Bishnoi, Deepak Chahar

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday (September 12) announced India's 15-man squad for the T20 World Cup 2022. There are no major surprises in the squad as fast bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Harshal Patel have returned after recovering well from their respective injuries.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday (September 12) announced India's 15-man squad for the T20 World Cup 2022. There are no major surprises in the squad as fast bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Harshal Patel have returned after recovering well from their respective injuries. The BCCI selection committee met on Monday afternoon to pick the squad after India's disappointing campaign in the recently-concluded Asia Cup 2022 where the team failed to make it to the final. India's bowling woes were left exposed in the tournament and the pace attack has been strengthened for the World Cup with the return of Bumrah and Harshal. Both the pacers had missed the bus for Asia Cup after suffering injuries. They have now fully recovered and have been undergoing training at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru. Bumrah and Harshal will spearhead India's pace battery alongside the experienced Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Arshdeep Singh. Senior pacer Mohammed Shami was believed to be in contention to make a comeback in the T20 squad after a dismal show from Indian pacers in the Asia Cup. However, he has been selected as one of the standby players alongside Deepak Chahar and young spinner Ravi Bishnoi, who was part of India's Asia Cup squad. Also Read: 'Learnt this from Sachin Tendulkar' - Virender Sehwag on why Team India stars are getting injured regularly In the absence of star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, who failed to make the cut after undergoing knee surgery recently, Axar Patel has been roped in as a like-to-like replacement. Hardik Pandya remains India's first-choice all-rounder while Deepak Hooda will also be expected to chip in with the ball when required. There are no major changes in the batting line-up from the squad that was picked for the Asia Cup. The likes of Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan and others have also missed out as the selectors have retained the top four of Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Virat Kohli and Suryakumar Yadav along with Pandya and Hooda in the middle. Also Read: Shocking! Ramiz loses cool at Indian reporter on being asked about Pakistan's Asia Cup final loss - Watch Both Rishabh Pant and Dinesh Karthik have made the cut as expected. While Pant is likely to be the first-choice wicket-keeper, Karthik might have made the cut as a specialist finisher based on his current form. India have kept Shreyas Iyer in the reserves as a backup in case of injuries. NEWS: India’s squad for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2022. Rohit Sharma (C), KL Rahul (VC), Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Deepak Hooda, R Pant (WK), Dinesh Karthik (WK), Hardik Pandya, R. Ashwin, Y Chahal, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, B Kumar, Harshal Patel, Arshdeep Singh — BCCI (@BCCI) September 12, 2022 × India's final 15-man squad for T20 World Cup 2022: Rohit Sharma (C), KL Rahul (VC), Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Deepak Hooda, Rishabh Pant (WK), Dinesh Karthik (WK), Hardik Pandya, R Ashwin, Yuzvendra Chahal, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Harshal Patel, Arshdeep Singh Standby players - Mohammed Shami, Shreyas Iyer, Ravi Bishnoi, Deepak Chahar

Jasprit Bumrah, Harshal Patel return as India announce 15-man squad for T20 World Cup 2022

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is likely to announce India's 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022 on Monday (September 12). The selectors face some major selection headaches after India's disappointing campaign in the recently-concluded Asia Cup 2022 where they were dumped out of the competition from the Super Four stage.

As per a report in the Times of India, there will be an online meeting of the BCCI selection panel on Monday afternoon where the squad for the T20 World Cup will be picked and announced later in the day. Head coach Rahul Dravid and captain Rohit Sharma are also expected to be part of the meeting.

Star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, who recently underwent knee surgery is unlikely to be picked as he will remain out of action for a few months. Jadeja was ruled out midway through India's Asia Cup campaign after aggravating his knee injury during training.&nbsp;

However, in what comes as a major boost for the Indian team ahead of the T20 World Cup in Australia next month, fast bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Harshal Patel have recovered well and are available for selection. The duo had missed the Asia Cup dues to respective injuries and their absence was dearly felt by the Indian team.

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While Bumrah and Harshal are expected to make the cut, veteran pacer Mohammed Shami also remains in contention. Shami has not been in India's T20I plans for a while now but he remains in contention as the selectors might look at fresh changes in the pace attack after a disappointing show from the fast bowlers in the Asia Cup.

Avesh Khan, who was part of India's squad in the Asia Cup, failed to impress and might make way for Shami. However, the likes of Deepak Chahar and Umran Malik are also among major contenders for a spot in the final 15 alongside Bumrah, Harshal, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and left-arm seamer Arshdeep Singh.

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India's middle-order to looked unsettled&nbsp;in Jajdeja's absence during the Asia Cup and it remains to be seen if the likes of Sanju Samson or Shreyas Iyer will be included in the squad to add depth to India's batting. The selectors will also have to take a call whether they want to pick Dinesh Karthik as a specialist finisher or first-choice wicket-keeper batter ahead of Rishabh Pant.

Both Suryakumar Yadav and Deepak Hooda are expected to keep their spots along with the top three of skipper Rohit, KL Rahul and Virat Kohli, who rediscovered his form in the Asia Cup with some splendid performances.

India's predicted squad for T20 World Cup 2022:

Rohit Sharma (c), KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Deepak Hooda, Hardik Pandya, Rishabh Pant/Dinesh Karthik, Axar Patel, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jasprit Bumrah, Ravi Bishnoi/R Ashwin, Yuzvendra Chahal, Harshal Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Sanju Samson/Shreyas Iyer

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is likely to announce India's 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022 on Monday (September 12). The selectors face some major selection headaches after India's disappointing campaign in the recently-concluded Asia Cup 2022 where they were dumped out of the competition from the Super Four stage.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is likely to announce India's 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022 on Monday (September 12). The selectors face some major selection headaches after India's disappointing campaign in the recently-concluded Asia Cup 2022 where they were dumped out of the competition from the Super Four stage. As per a report in the Times of India, there will be an online meeting of the BCCI selection panel on Monday afternoon where the squad for the T20 World Cup will be picked and announced later in the day. Head coach Rahul Dravid and captain Rohit Sharma are also expected to be part of the meeting. Star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, who recently underwent knee surgery is unlikely to be picked as he will remain out of action for a few months. Jadeja was ruled out midway through India's Asia Cup campaign after aggravating his knee injury during training. However, in what comes as a major boost for the Indian team ahead of the T20 World Cup in Australia next month, fast bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Harshal Patel have recovered well and are available for selection. The duo had missed the Asia Cup dues to respective injuries and their absence was dearly felt by the Indian team. Also Read: What went wrong for Rohit Sharma-led India in Asia Cup 2022? While Bumrah and Harshal are expected to make the cut, veteran pacer Mohammed Shami also remains in contention. Shami has not been in India's T20I plans for a while now but he remains in contention as the selectors might look at fresh changes in the pace attack after a disappointing show from the fast bowlers in the Asia Cup. Avesh Khan, who was part of India's squad in the Asia Cup, failed to impress and might make way for Shami. However, the likes of Deepak Chahar and Umran Malik are also among major contenders for a spot in the final 15 alongside Bumrah, Harshal, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and left-arm seamer Arshdeep Singh. Also Read: Shocking! Ramiz loses cool at Indian reporter on being asked about Pakistan's Asia Cup final loss - Watch India's middle-order to looked unsettled in Jajdeja's absence during the Asia Cup and it remains to be seen if the likes of Sanju Samson or Shreyas Iyer will be included in the squad to add depth to India's batting. The selectors will also have to take a call whether they want to pick Dinesh Karthik as a specialist finisher or first-choice wicket-keeper batter ahead of Rishabh Pant. Both Suryakumar Yadav and Deepak Hooda are expected to keep their spots along with the top three of skipper Rohit, KL Rahul and Virat Kohli, who rediscovered his form in the Asia Cup with some splendid performances. India's predicted squad for T20 World Cup 2022: Rohit Sharma (c), KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Deepak Hooda, Hardik Pandya, Rishabh Pant/Dinesh Karthik, Axar Patel, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jasprit Bumrah, Ravi Bishnoi/R Ashwin, Yuzvendra Chahal, Harshal Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Sanju Samson/Shreyas Iyer

India's T20 World Cup squad: Will Mohammed Shami be included? Bumrah and Harshal set to return

The Indian team has already begun their preparations for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022 as they aim to go the distance this time around after enduring a disappointing campaign in the showpiece event last year. India failed to make it to the knockout stage of the T20 World Cup 2021 in UAE last year. With the World Cup just a few months away, India face a lot of selection headaches.

While the top four in the batting line-up is certain, there remain a lot of options to consider in the middle-order with the likes of Suraykumar Yadav, Deepak Hooda, Hardik Pandya, Dinesh Karthik and Ravindra Jadeja all in the fray. Karthik has been unstoppable as a finisher ever since making his comeback for the Indian team earlier this year and is one of the favourites to make the cut.

The veteran wicket-keeper batter had a sensational campaign for the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 and has continued his purple patch for the Men in Blue. While many believe he deserves a spot in India's T20 World Cup squad, former India cricketer Ajay Jadeja feels otherwise.

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Jadeja believes Karthik should be in the batting line-up if India play&nbsp;both captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the playing XI as he will act like an 'insurance' down the order. However, if the duo aren't not playing together Karthik is not needed. The former India cricketer also said he won't pick Karthik in India's T20 World Cup squad but won't mind having him alongside him in the commentary team.

“Now if you want to play the way I have heard them...aggressive then you have to pick differently. If Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma walks in, you need Dinesh Karthik at all cost. He is your insurance. But if you don't have either of them then Dinesh Karthik has no work here. But yes I would not put Karthik there, he can have a seat beside me. He is very good as a commentator. But there, in the team, I would not pick him," Jadeja said during a discussion on FanCode.

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Karthik, however, has been picked in India's squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2022 later this month with the selectors indicating that he remains in their plans for the T20 World Cup 2022. While he snubbed Karthik, Jadeja wants fast bowler Mohammed Shami to be in India's squad for the World Cup despite him not being in the scheme of things in T20Is.

“I have added Shami to the team. So for me, I select bowlers first. So Shami is a certainty. Bumrah, Arshdeep and Chahal. These are the four certainties. In batting, four are certainties for me - Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya, Suryakumar Yadav, and Deepak Hooda. For this bowling attack, you have powerplay, middle overs and death overs sorted," said Jadeja.

Shami has not played a T20I match for India since his last appearance for the Men in Blue in the T20 World Cup 2021 last year. He is also not part of India's squad for the Asia Cup 2022 and is unlikely to make the cut for the T20 World Cup in Australia this year.

The Indian team has already begun their preparations for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022 as they aim to go the distance this time around after enduring a disappointing campaign in the showpiece event last year.

The Indian team has already begun their preparations for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022 as they aim to go the distance this time around after enduring a disappointing campaign in the showpiece event last year. India failed to make it to the knockout stage of the T20 World Cup 2021 in UAE last year. With the World Cup just a few months away, India face a lot of selection headaches. While the top four in the batting line-up is certain, there remain a lot of options to consider in the middle-order with the likes of Suraykumar Yadav, Deepak Hooda, Hardik Pandya, Dinesh Karthik and Ravindra Jadeja all in the fray. Karthik has been unstoppable as a finisher ever since making his comeback for the Indian team earlier this year and is one of the favourites to make the cut. The veteran wicket-keeper batter had a sensational campaign for the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 and has continued his purple patch for the Men in Blue. While many believe he deserves a spot in India's T20 World Cup squad, former India cricketer Ajay Jadeja feels otherwise. Also Read: Where should Kohli bat? Ex-Indian stumper shares his preferred slot for star batter ahead of Asia Cup Jadeja believes Karthik should be in the batting line-up if India play both captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the playing XI as he will act like an 'insurance' down the order. However, if the duo aren't not playing together Karthik is not needed. The former India cricketer also said he won't pick Karthik in India's T20 World Cup squad but won't mind having him alongside him in the commentary team. “Now if you want to play the way I have heard them...aggressive then you have to pick differently. If Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma walks in, you need Dinesh Karthik at all cost. He is your insurance. But if you don't have either of them then Dinesh Karthik has no work here. But yes I would not put Karthik there, he can have a seat beside me. He is very good as a commentator. But there, in the team, I would not pick him," Jadeja said during a discussion on FanCode. Also Read: Virat Kohli, KL Rahul return in Jasprit Bumrah-less Team India squad for Asia Cup 2022 Karthik, however, has been picked in India's squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2022 later this month with the selectors indicating that he remains in their plans for the T20 World Cup 2022. While he snubbed Karthik, Jadeja wants fast bowler Mohammed Shami to be in India's squad for the World Cup despite him not being in the scheme of things in T20Is. “I have added Shami to the team. So for me, I select bowlers first. So Shami is a certainty. Bumrah, Arshdeep and Chahal. These are the four certainties. In batting, four are certainties for me - Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya, Suryakumar Yadav, and Deepak Hooda. For this bowling attack, you have powerplay, middle overs and death overs sorted," said Jadeja. Shami has not played a T20I match for India since his last appearance for the Men in Blue in the T20 World Cup 2021 last year. He is also not part of India's squad for the Asia Cup 2022 and is unlikely to make the cut for the T20 World Cup in Australia this year.

'He is a very good commentator': Ajay Jadeja doesn't want Dinesh Karthik in India's T20 World Cup 2022 squad

R Ashwin's inclusion in India's squad for T20 World Cup 2021 came as a surprise to many. The senior spinner last played a white-ball game for India in 2017 and was a regular only in Tests with not many expecting him to feature in the T20 World Cup squad. However, Ashwin made his comeback into the side and is now likely to be one of the first-choice spinners for the Men in Blue at the showpiece event.

Captain Virat Kohli recently explained the reason behind Ashwin's inclusion in the squad and said the off-spinner was rewarded for reviving his skills in white-ball cricket. Ashwin might not have played white-ball cricket for India since 2017 but remains one of the vital cogs of Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and Tamil Nadu side in the domestic circuit.

“Ashwin has been rewarded for reviving his white-ball skills altogether. He bowls with a lot of courage in white-ball cricket,” Kohli said during a press conference organised by ICC on Saturday (October 16).

Kohli further went on to point out how Ashwin has been bowling well in the IPL over the last couple of years and has also taken up responsibility in pressure situations for Delhi Capitals. Kohli believes Ashwin's experience and his confidence heading into the tournament will prove handy for Team India at the T20 World Cup.

“If you saw the IPL in the last couple of years, he’s bowled difficult overs, he’s bowled against the top players in the IPL, and not being shy to put the ball in the right areas. Spinners can get intimidated by the way power hitters hit the ball, but Ashwin believed in his skill set," said the Indian skipper.

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“We felt like the way he was bowling and his variations now and his control over pace is something which is… again a lot of experience, a guy who has played a lot of international cricket and he’s at his confident best. These guys can go in there and change the game with their spells," he added.

India will open their T20 World Cup 2021 campaign against arch-rivals Pakistan at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai on October 24. It remains to be seen if Ashwin will make the cut in the playing XI for the highly-anticipated clash between the two teams. 
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R Ashwin's inclusion in India's squad for T20 World Cup 2021 came as a surprise to many. The senior spinner last played a white-ball game for India in 2017 and was a regular only in Tests with not many expecting him to feature in the T20 World Cup squad.

R Ashwin's inclusion in India's squad for T20 World Cup 2021 came as a surprise to many. The senior spinner last played a white-ball game for India in 2017 and was a regular only in Tests with not many expecting him to feature in the T20 World Cup squad. However, Ashwin made his comeback into the side and is now likely to be one of the first-choice spinners for the Men in Blue at the showpiece event. Captain Virat Kohli recently explained the reason behind Ashwin's inclusion in the squad and said the off-spinner was rewarded for reviving his skills in white-ball cricket. Ashwin might not have played white-ball cricket for India since 2017 but remains one of the vital cogs of Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and Tamil Nadu side in the domestic circuit. “Ashwin has been rewarded for reviving his white-ball skills altogether. He bowls with a lot of courage in white-ball cricket,” Kohli said during a press conference organised by ICC on Saturday (October 16). Kohli further went on to point out how Ashwin has been bowling well in the IPL over the last couple of years and has also taken up responsibility in pressure situations for Delhi Capitals. Kohli believes Ashwin's experience and his confidence heading into the tournament will prove handy for Team India at the T20 World Cup. “If you saw the IPL in the last couple of years, he’s bowled difficult overs, he’s bowled against the top players in the IPL, and not being shy to put the ball in the right areas. Spinners can get intimidated by the way power hitters hit the ball, but Ashwin believed in his skill set," said the Indian skipper. Also Read: Another game of cricket: Virat Kohli plays down hype ahead of India-Pakistan clash at T20 WC “We felt like the way he was bowling and his variations now and his control over pace is something which is… again a lot of experience, a guy who has played a lot of international cricket and he’s at his confident best. These guys can go in there and change the game with their spells," he added. India will open their T20 World Cup 2021 campaign against arch-rivals Pakistan at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai on October 24. It remains to be seen if Ashwin will make the cut in the playing XI for the highly-anticipated clash between the two teams.

R Ashwin was rewarded for reviving his white-ball skills: Virat Kohli on spinner's selection in T20 WC squad

Yuzvendra Chahal's exclusion from India's T20 World Cup squad came as a shock to many. Chahal has been a regular for team India in the limited-overs format over the past few years but was shockingly left out of the main 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup. The Chetan Sharma-ked selection panel snubbed Chahal to pick Rahul Chahar and Varun Chakravarthy in the squad.

Senior spinner R Ashwin also made his comeback to India's T20 squad after a long wait of four years. Ashwin, who has been a regular in Test cricket for Virat Kohli &amp; Co., last played a white-ball game for India in 2017. Chahal's exclusion is once again grabbing the headlines after the leg-spinner's impressive performances in the ongoing second leg of IPL 2021 in UAE.

Chahal has been one of the best bowlers in the second leg of the tournament and has picked up 14 wickets in 12 matches so far this season. While there have been calls for his inclusion in the T20 World Cup squad, former India selector Saba Karim believes it's too late for the spinner to make his comeback.

"I think it’s too late now. People have been talking about making changes in the squad, but that can only happen if someone gets injured. You also have to see Rahul Chahar was performing very well when he got selected. We saw both of them (Chahal and Chahar) in Sri Lanka, and his performances there were definitely noteworthy, which is why he was picked by selectors, " Karim, a former India cricketer, said on Youtube channel Khelneeti.

"Now, in the second half of the IPL, Chahal has shown great improvement in his performances, which is very good. But he will have to wait a little. The players who have been selected, their form and performances will be seen before Chahal is given a chance again," he added.

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All teams have time till October 10 to make changes in their final squad for the T20 World Cup 2021. Shreyas Iyer, Deepak Chahar and Shardul Thakur are three players who are in the reserves for the Men in Blue for the showpiece event. However, Chahal has been excluded from both the main and the reserve squad.

Chahal has taken nine wickets in just four matches in the UAE leg of IPL 2021 and has played an instrumental role in helping RCB make it to the playoffs. It remains to be seen if the selectors will make any changes to India's T20 World Cup 2021 squad.

Yuzvendra Chahal's exclusion from India's T20 World Cup squad came as a shock to many. Chahal has been a regular for team India in the limited-overs format over the past few years but was shockingly left out of the main 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup.

Yuzvendra Chahal's exclusion from India's T20 World Cup squad came as a shock to many. Chahal has been a regular for team India in the limited-overs format over the past few years but was shockingly left out of the main 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup. The Chetan Sharma-ked selection panel snubbed Chahal to pick Rahul Chahar and Varun Chakravarthy in the squad. Senior spinner R Ashwin also made his comeback to India's T20 squad after a long wait of four years. Ashwin, who has been a regular in Test cricket for Virat Kohli & Co., last played a white-ball game for India in 2017. Chahal's exclusion is once again grabbing the headlines after the leg-spinner's impressive performances in the ongoing second leg of IPL 2021 in UAE. Chahal has been one of the best bowlers in the second leg of the tournament and has picked up 14 wickets in 12 matches so far this season. While there have been calls for his inclusion in the T20 World Cup squad, former India selector Saba Karim believes it's too late for the spinner to make his comeback. "I think it’s too late now. People have been talking about making changes in the squad, but that can only happen if someone gets injured. You also have to see Rahul Chahar was performing very well when he got selected. We saw both of them (Chahal and Chahar) in Sri Lanka, and his performances there were definitely noteworthy, which is why he was picked by selectors, " Karim, a former India cricketer, said on Youtube channel Khelneeti. "Now, in the second half of the IPL, Chahal has shown great improvement in his performances, which is very good. But he will have to wait a little. The players who have been selected, their form and performances will be seen before Chahal is given a chance again," he added. Also Read: Don't think India can compete with Pakistan, that's why they don't want to play against us: Abdul Razzaq All teams have time till October 10 to make changes in their final squad for the T20 World Cup 2021. Shreyas Iyer, Deepak Chahar and Shardul Thakur are three players who are in the reserves for the Men in Blue for the showpiece event. However, Chahal has been excluded from both the main and the reserve squad. Chahal has taken nine wickets in just four matches in the UAE leg of IPL 2021 and has played an instrumental role in helping RCB make it to the playoffs. It remains to be seen if the selectors will make any changes to India's T20 World Cup 2021 squad.

'It's too late now': Former selector on chances of Yuzvendra Chahal's inclusion in India's T20 World Cup squad

Team India's former chief selector MSK Prasad has batted for the inclusion of Yuzvendra Chahal in the country's squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2021. Chahal has not been named in India's squad for the T20 World Cup which was announced by the Chetan Sharma-led selection panel earlier this month. His exclusion came as a shock to many including Prasad, who feels the RCB star is one of the best T20 bowlers India have in their ranks.

Chahal's exclusion was a surprising one as the leg-spinner has been one of India's first-choice bowlers in the limited-overs format over the last few years. He has also been consistent in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for Virat Kohli-led Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB).

However, he was snubbed from the T20 World Cup squad after suffering a dip in performances in international cricket recently. He also had an average campaign in the India leg of the ongoing IPL 2021 but has bounced back to form once again in the UAE leg of the tournament.

Chahal has so far picked up seven wickets in just four matches in UAE and has bowled at an impressive economy rate of less than six. Prasad feels Chahal deserved a spot in the T20 World Cup squad and pointed out he has been effective even on flat tracks in Bengaluru - which is RCB's home ground in IPL.

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“I think he is our best T20 bowler in terms of wickets. He has done superbly in the last 4-5 years. Fortunately, or unfortunately, what the selectors must have thought is the competition between Rahul Chahar and Yuzvendra Chahal. On flat wickets like in Bangalore, he (Chahal) has never disappointed his captain Virat and he’s always given you wickets,” Prasad told Sports Tak.

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India have several options when it comes to the spin department in their T20 World Cup squad with the likes of Rahul Chahar, Axar Patel, &nbsp;Varun Chakravarthy, R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja in their ranks. Prasad feels Chahal's dip came at the wrong time for him while Rahul Chahar's performances for Mumbai Indians convinced the selectors to pick him over the senior spinner in the T20 World Cup squad.

“But if you see his performance in the last year, year and a half, there is a little dip in his performance. Rahul Chahar on the other hand has played an important role in winning back-to-back IPL titles for Mumbai Indians. Probably that went on Chahar’s favour,” Prasad explained.

India will begin their T20 World Cup 2021 campaign against arch-rivals Pakistan in Dubai on October 24.&nbsp;

Team India's former chief selector MSK Prasad has batted for the inclusion of Yuzvendra Chahal in the country's squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2021. Chahal has not been named in India's squad for the T20 World Cup which was announced by the Chetan Sharma-led selection panel earlier this month.

Team India's former chief selector MSK Prasad has batted for the inclusion of Yuzvendra Chahal in the country's squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2021. Chahal has not been named in India's squad for the T20 World Cup which was announced by the Chetan Sharma-led selection panel earlier this month. His exclusion came as a shock to many including Prasad, who feels the RCB star is one of the best T20 bowlers India have in their ranks. Chahal's exclusion was a surprising one as the leg-spinner has been one of India's first-choice bowlers in the limited-overs format over the last few years. He has also been consistent in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for Virat Kohli-led Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). However, he was snubbed from the T20 World Cup squad after suffering a dip in performances in international cricket recently. He also had an average campaign in the India leg of the ongoing IPL 2021 but has bounced back to form once again in the UAE leg of the tournament. Chahal has so far picked up seven wickets in just four matches in UAE and has bowled at an impressive economy rate of less than six. Prasad feels Chahal deserved a spot in the T20 World Cup squad and pointed out he has been effective even on flat tracks in Bengaluru - which is RCB's home ground in IPL. Also Read: Must be wondering why they made some of the decisions they did: DC co-owner questions selectors over India's T20 World Cup squad “I think he is our best T20 bowler in terms of wickets. He has done superbly in the last 4-5 years. Fortunately, or unfortunately, what the selectors must have thought is the competition between Rahul Chahar and Yuzvendra Chahal. On flat wickets like in Bangalore, he (Chahal) has never disappointed his captain Virat and he’s always given you wickets,” Prasad told Sports Tak. Also Read: Gaikwad is in KL Rahul category: Lara hails CSK opener after magnificent ton against Rajasthan Royals India have several options when it comes to the spin department in their T20 World Cup squad with the likes of Rahul Chahar, Axar Patel, Varun Chakravarthy, R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja in their ranks. Prasad feels Chahal's dip came at the wrong time for him while Rahul Chahar's performances for Mumbai Indians convinced the selectors to pick him over the senior spinner in the T20 World Cup squad. “But if you see his performance in the last year, year and a half, there is a little dip in his performance. Rahul Chahar on the other hand has played an important role in winning back-to-back IPL titles for Mumbai Indians. Probably that went on Chahar’s favour,” Prasad explained. India will begin their T20 World Cup 2021 campaign against arch-rivals Pakistan in Dubai on October 24.

'He is our best T20 bowler': Former chief selector MSK Prasad names spinner who deserved spot in India's T20 WC squad