Rohit Sharma could be playing his last few games for Team India in T20Is as there are reports indicating that the all-format skipper is set to retire from the format after the 2024 T20 World Cup. The mega event kicks off in the West Indies and USA in June with India placed in Group A along with arch-rivals Pakistan, Ireland, USA and Canada. This will be Rohit's second successive T20 WC as the Indian captain. In the 2022 edition, India ended as semifinalists under Hitman's captaincy in the marquee event held in Australia.

As per a report carried out by Dainik Jagran, Rohit is likely to bid adieu to T20Is and the T20 WC could prove to be his last few appearances in the format. Meanwhile, the report further revealed that Hardik Pandya was picked in India's T20 WC squad not for his performances, which have been ordinary in IPL 2024, but for the fact that the BCCI is looking at him as the future T20I skipper (prompting the BCCI selectors to not only pick Hardik but name him Rohit's deputy in the squad).

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While these are all reports, it will be interesting to see if any BCCI senior official or someone from the Indian team management reacts to all these rumours. In another report, it is believed that the BCCI selection committee chief Ajit Agarkar and captain Rohit weren't in favour of including Hardik in the T20 WC squad. Hardik hasn't featured for India since his injury during the ODI WC at home last year. In IPL 2024, he marked his return to competitive cricket but the all-rounder has failed to make a strong impact with both bat and ball.&nbsp;

However, Agarkar and Rohit were pressured to include Hardik in the mix. While the report didn't mention what this pressure was and whom it came from, it is believed that it came from the upper brass within the BCCI who is looking at Hardik as the future Indian captain -- at least in T20Is.&nbsp;

Rohit Sharma could be playing his last few games for Team India in T20Is as there are reports indicating that the all-format skipper is set to retire from the format after the 2024 T20 World Cup.

Rohit Sharma could be playing his last few games for Team India in T20Is as there are reports indicating that the all-format skipper is set to retire from the format after the 2024 T20 World Cup. The mega event kicks off in the West Indies and USA in June with India placed in Group A along with arch-rivals Pakistan, Ireland, USA and Canada. This will be Rohit's second successive T20 WC as the Indian captain. In the 2022 edition, India ended as semifinalists under Hitman's captaincy in the marquee event held in Australia. As per a report carried out by Dainik Jagran, Rohit is likely to bid adieu to T20Is and the T20 WC could prove to be his last few appearances in the format. Meanwhile, the report further revealed that Hardik Pandya was picked in India's T20 WC squad not for his performances, which have been ordinary in IPL 2024, but for the fact that the BCCI is looking at him as the future T20I skipper (prompting the BCCI selectors to not only pick Hardik but name him Rohit's deputy in the squad). Also read: Rahul Dravid unlikely to reapply for India’s head coach position – Reports While these are all reports, it will be interesting to see if any BCCI senior official or someone from the Indian team management reacts to all these rumours. In another report, it is believed that the BCCI selection committee chief Ajit Agarkar and captain Rohit weren't in favour of including Hardik in the T20 WC squad. Hardik hasn't featured for India since his injury during the ODI WC at home last year. In IPL 2024, he marked his return to competitive cricket but the all-rounder has failed to make a strong impact with both bat and ball. However, Agarkar and Rohit were pressured to include Hardik in the mix. While the report didn't mention what this pressure was and whom it came from, it is believed that it came from the upper brass within the BCCI who is looking at Hardik as the future Indian captain -- at least in T20Is.

Rohit set to retire from T20Is post T20 World Cup, Hardik added in India squad on ‘pressure’ - Report

Several top captains have left their mark in T20Is, but who sits at the top with the most wins, let’s find out.

T20 World Cup 2024: Captains with Most Wins in Men’s T20Is

Colin Munro Retirement:&nbsp;New Zealand's swashbuckling opener Colin Munro announced his international retirement on Friday (May 10), after missing out on a spot in the T20 World Cup squad. Munro -- who was known for his power-hitting -- ended with plenty of records in T20Is and will continue to remain active in franchise cricket. The left-hander ended his career with 57 ODIs, 65 T20Is and a solitary Test, comprising from 2013-2024. Munro's last international appearance came in a T20I, versus India, in 2020.

<h2>Colin Munro retires from international cricket</h2>

Munro was hoping to make an international return in the upcoming T20 WC but his omission prompted him to 'close the chapter officially'.

He said in a statement on Friday, "Although it has been a while since my last appearance, I never gave up hope that I might be able to return off the back of my franchise T20 form."

"With the announcement of the Black Caps squad for the T20 World Cup now is the perfect time to close that chapter officially."

Munro, however, will continue to remain active in franchise cricket but his legacy remains in the shortest format game as a pioneer of aggressive, "360-degree style" batting, stated New Zealand Cricket boss Scott Weenink.

Weenink said, "(He) took calculated risk-taking to a new level, and led what was to become a revolution in the way short-form cricket was played. We thank him for his amazing contribution in more than hundred international games."

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<h2>Colin Munro's&nbsp;international career</h2>

Munro, the Durban-born power-hitter, made his T20I debut against South Africa in 2012. He rose up the ladder and became one of the regulars for the Kiwis in the shortest format with a 47-ball century against West Indies in Mount Maunganui in 2018 -- which was the fastest T20 century for&nbsp;New Zealand back then. In addition,&nbsp;he&nbsp;became the first player to score three T20I centuries.

The southpaw's 14-ball half-century against Sri Lanka, at Auckland's Eden Park&nbsp;in 2016, remains the&nbsp;fastest in T20Is by a New Zealander; and the fourth fastest of all time.

Along with two T20 World Cups,&nbsp;Munro&nbsp;was also part of the Kane Williamson-led Black Caps squad for the 2019 ODI World Cup, where they lost to hosts England in a thrilling finale at Lord's. He played a solitary Test, ending with 15 runs, but was known for his white-ball heroics. In 57 ODIs, he made 1,271 runs at a strike rate of 104.69.&nbsp;Munro's T20I numbers are impressive: 1,724 runs (sixth-most by a Kiwi batter) at a whopping strike rate of 156.44.

Colin Munro Retirement: New Zealand's swashbuckling opener Colin Munro announced his international retirement on Friday (May 10), after missing out on a spot in the T20 World Cup squad.

Colin Munro Retirement: New Zealand's swashbuckling opener Colin Munro announced his international retirement on Friday (May 10), after missing out on a spot in the T20 World Cup squad. Munro -- who was known for his power-hitting -- ended with plenty of records in T20Is and will continue to remain active in franchise cricket. The left-hander ended his career with 57 ODIs, 65 T20Is and a solitary Test, comprising from 2013-2024. Munro's last international appearance came in a T20I, versus India, in 2020. Colin Munro retires from international cricket Munro was hoping to make an international return in the upcoming T20 WC but his omission prompted him to 'close the chapter officially'. He said in a statement on Friday, "Although it has been a while since my last appearance, I never gave up hope that I might be able to return off the back of my franchise T20 form." "With the announcement of the Black Caps squad for the T20 World Cup now is the perfect time to close that chapter officially." Munro, however, will continue to remain active in franchise cricket but his legacy remains in the shortest format game as a pioneer of aggressive, "360-degree style" batting, stated New Zealand Cricket boss Scott Weenink. Weenink said, "(He) took calculated risk-taking to a new level, and led what was to become a revolution in the way short-form cricket was played. We thank him for his amazing contribution in more than hundred international games." Also read: Relief for Pakistan as Mohammad Amir finally gets Irish visa; set to join team ahead of 2nd T20I Colin Munro's international career Munro, the Durban-born power-hitter, made his T20I debut against South Africa in 2012. He rose up the ladder and became one of the regulars for the Kiwis in the shortest format with a 47-ball century against West Indies in Mount Maunganui in 2018 -- which was the fastest T20 century for New Zealand back then. In addition, he became the first player to score three T20I centuries. The southpaw's 14-ball half-century against Sri Lanka, at Auckland's Eden Park in 2016, remains the fastest in T20Is by a New Zealander; and the fourth fastest of all time. Along with two T20 World Cups, Munro was also part of the Kane Williamson-led Black Caps squad for the 2019 ODI World Cup, where they lost to hosts England in a thrilling finale at Lord's. He played a solitary Test, ending with 15 runs, but was known for his white-ball heroics. In 57 ODIs, he made 1,271 runs at a strike rate of 104.69. Munro's T20I numbers are impressive: 1,724 runs (sixth-most by a Kiwi batter) at a whopping strike rate of 156.44.

Colin Munro Retirement: Cricket fans get a big shock, star player announces retirement before T20 World Cup

The T20 World Cup 2024 edition will take place in West Indies and the USA. Ahead of the tournament opener, in June, here is a list of highest individual scores in the mega tournament history

T20 World Cup: Highest individual scores in T20 World Cup

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is set to release an advertisement for a new head coach for the senior men's team, as disclosed by the board secretary Jay Shah in Mumbai on Wednesday (May 8). It is to be noted that Rahul Dravid -- the current head coach -- accepted the offer to extend his original contract till June this year. Hence, his contract will expire after the end of India's campaign in the forthcoming T20 World Cup 2024 in West Indies and the USA.

<h2>'If Dravid wants to apply, he is free to do so'</h2>

"Rahul's tenure is only up to June. So if he wants to apply, he is free to do so," the BCCI secretary said. Meanwhile other members of the coaching staff -- such as batting, bowling, and fielding coaches -- will be decided after consultation with the new coach.

Notably, Shah did not rule out the possibility of recruiting a foreign coach and left the issue open-ended.

"We cannot determine whether the new coach will be Indian or foreign. It will be up to the CAC, and we are a global body," the BCCI official said, indicating that the board is not likely to consider different coaches for different formats, a system adopted by boards such as the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) in recent times.

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Shah added, "That decision will also be made by the CAC. There are many all-format players, like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Rishabh Pant, among others. Moreover, there is no precedent for such a situation in India."

The BCCI secretary has confirmed that the new coach will serve for a long term, for an initial period of three years at least.

Dravid took the coaching job in late 2021, succeeding Ravi Shastri.

Under him, India reached the WTC final in 2023 and the ODI World Cup final later that year. India also reached the semifinals of the 2022 T20 World Cup and will be desperate to end their ICC-trophy drought in the next edition of the marquee event.&nbsp;

Irrespective of his next move, Dravid will be eager to sign off his current term on a high, leading India to their second T20 WC triumph in the 2024 edition in June.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is set to release an advertisement for a new head coach for the senior men's team, as disclosed by the board secretary Jay Shah in Mumbai on Wednesday (May 8).

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is set to release an advertisement for a new head coach for the senior men's team, as disclosed by the board secretary Jay Shah in Mumbai on Wednesday (May 8). It is to be noted that Rahul Dravid -- the current head coach -- accepted the offer to extend his original contract till June this year. Hence, his contract will expire after the end of India's campaign in the forthcoming T20 World Cup 2024 in West Indies and the USA. 'If Dravid wants to apply, he is free to do so' "Rahul's tenure is only up to June. So if he wants to apply, he is free to do so," the BCCI secretary said. Meanwhile other members of the coaching staff -- such as batting, bowling, and fielding coaches -- will be decided after consultation with the new coach. Notably, Shah did not rule out the possibility of recruiting a foreign coach and left the issue open-ended. "We cannot determine whether the new coach will be Indian or foreign. It will be up to the CAC, and we are a global body," the BCCI official said, indicating that the board is not likely to consider different coaches for different formats, a system adopted by boards such as the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) in recent times. Also read: IPL 2024: We're managing his workload, Stephen Fleming comments on MS Dhoni's status in CSK Playing XI Shah added, "That decision will also be made by the CAC. There are many all-format players, like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Rishabh Pant, among others. Moreover, there is no precedent for such a situation in India." The BCCI secretary has confirmed that the new coach will serve for a long term, for an initial period of three years at least. Dravid took the coaching job in late 2021, succeeding Ravi Shastri. Under him, India reached the WTC final in 2023 and the ODI World Cup final later that year. India also reached the semifinals of the 2022 T20 World Cup and will be desperate to end their ICC-trophy drought in the next edition of the marquee event. Irrespective of his next move, Dravid will be eager to sign off his current term on a high, leading India to their second T20 WC triumph in the 2024 edition in June.

BCCI to release advertisement for new Team India coach as Rahul Dravid's extended tenure nears end

Sri Lanka have announced their squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, with Wanindu Hasaranga leading the pack for the 2014 champions.

The squad announced on Thursday (May 9) includes Charith Asalanka as vice-captain while Chennai Super Kings (CSK) star bowler Matheesha Pathirana also made the squad despite injury ruling him out of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2024).

Sri Lanka will start their campaign against South Africa on June 3 in New York and will hope to recapture glory after a decade.

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<h2>Hasaranga to lead Sri Lanka</h2>

Once a powerhouse of world cricket, Sri Lanka&nbsp;have been on the decline&nbsp;in recent years but will aim to get back the lost glory under Hasaranga and Co.&nbsp;

The 15-member squad includes veteran star Angelo Matthews and Dasun Shanaka&nbsp;while&nbsp;Dunith Wellalage&nbsp;also&nbsp;gets the cut. Matthews is the lone survivor from the Sri Lanka squad that won the T20 World Cup&nbsp;in&nbsp;2014.&nbsp;

Hasaranga’s&nbsp;eligibility had earlier caused controversy as he was likely to miss the start of the tournament.

During Sri&nbsp;Lanka's&nbsp;defeat to Bangladesh on March&nbsp;18&nbsp;Hasaranga was handed demerit points for showing dissent against an umpiring decision. According to the ICC ruling, a player with eight demerit points could be&nbsp;handed&nbsp;a ban for two Tests, four ODIs or four T20Is, depending on which came first.

In this case, Hasaranga was entitled to serve his ban during the T20 World Cup in the West Indies and the USA and could have missed up to four matches during the tournament.

However, the player and the board soon named Hasaranga in the Test squad, despite him having announced his retirement from the red-ball format.&nbsp;

As soon as&nbsp;he&nbsp;was registered&nbsp;for the Test series against Bangladesh,&nbsp;a two-match ban was triggered, clearing the slate of eight demerit points.

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On the flip side, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, who made his IPL 2024 debut for Surnisers Hyderabad against Lucknow Super Giants on&nbsp;Wednesday&nbsp;was not included&nbsp;in the primary squad. He will join the reserve team alongside Asitha Fernando, Bhanuka Rajapaksa and Janith Liyanage.

<h2>Sri Lanka squad for 2024 T20 World Cup</h2>

Wanindu Hasaranga (capt), Charith Asalanka (vc), Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka, Kamindu Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Maheesh Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara, Dilshan Madushanka

Travelling reserves: Asitha Fernando, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Janith Liyanage

Sri Lanka have announced their squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, with Wanindu Hasaranga leading the pack for the 2014 champions. The squad announced on Thursday (May 9) includes Charith Asalanka as vice-captain while Chennai Super Kings (CSK) star bowler Matheesha Pathirana also made the squad despite injury ruling him out of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2024).

Sri Lanka have announced their squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, with Wanindu Hasaranga leading the pack for the 2014 champions. The squad announced on Thursday (May 9) includes Charith Asalanka as vice-captain while Chennai Super Kings (CSK) star bowler Matheesha Pathirana also made the squad despite injury ruling him out of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2024). Sri Lanka will start their campaign against South Africa on June 3 in New York and will hope to recapture glory after a decade. Here's your Sri Lankan squad ready to roar at the ICC #T20WorldCup 2024 in the USA and Caribbean! 🇱🇰 READ: https://t.co/9Zia3yVeVZ #LankanLions pic.twitter.com/ZresMKrIqg — Sri Lanka Cricket 🇱🇰 (@OfficialSLC) May 9, 2024 × Hasaranga to lead Sri Lanka Once a powerhouse of world cricket, Sri Lanka have been on the decline in recent years but will aim to get back the lost glory under Hasaranga and Co. The 15-member squad includes veteran star Angelo Matthews and Dasun Shanaka while Dunith Wellalage also gets the cut. Matthews is the lone survivor from the Sri Lanka squad that won the T20 World Cup in 2014. Hasaranga’s eligibility had earlier caused controversy as he was likely to miss the start of the tournament. During Sri Lanka's defeat to Bangladesh on March 18 Hasaranga was handed demerit points for showing dissent against an umpiring decision. According to the ICC ruling, a player with eight demerit points could be handed a ban for two Tests, four ODIs or four T20Is, depending on which came first. In this case, Hasaranga was entitled to serve his ban during the T20 World Cup in the West Indies and the USA and could have missed up to four matches during the tournament. However, the player and the board soon named Hasaranga in the Test squad, despite him having announced his retirement from the red-ball format. As soon as he was registered for the Test series against Bangladesh, a two-match ban was triggered, clearing the slate of eight demerit points. ALSO READ | IPL 2024: Here's why Gujarat Titans will wear lavender jersey against Kolkata Knight Riders On the flip side, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, who made his IPL 2024 debut for Surnisers Hyderabad against Lucknow Super Giants on Wednesday was not included in the primary squad. He will join the reserve team alongside Asitha Fernando, Bhanuka Rajapaksa and Janith Liyanage. Sri Lanka squad for 2024 T20 World Cup Wanindu Hasaranga (capt), Charith Asalanka (vc), Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka, Kamindu Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Maheesh Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara, Dilshan Madushanka Travelling reserves: Asitha Fernando, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Janith Liyanage

T20 World Cup 2024: Wanindu Hasaranga leads Sri Lanka squad; injured CSK star Matheesha Pathirana included

The ninth edition of the T20 World Cup is set to commence in June, in West Indies and USA. Ahead of the upcoming tournament, here is a look at the teams with most T20 WC titles.

T20 World Cup:  Teams with most T20 World Cup titles

Australia on Wednesday (May 8) announced another hike in the minimum savings requirement for international students to get a student visa, as part of efforts to manage record migration.

Australia on Wednesday (May 8) announced another hike in the minimum savings requirement for international students to get a student visa, as part of efforts to manage record migration. The country further warned various colleges to remain cautious against fraudulent student recruitment practices. The international students from Friday (May 10) will be required to show proof of savings of a minimum of A$29,710 ($19,576) to access their visa. This is the second increase in minimum savings requirement in around seven months. It was increased to A$24,505 from A$21,041 in October. Australia's crackdown on migrants and student visas The step has been taken after multiple actions were adopted in recent months with the aim of tightening COVID-19 restrictions in 2022 which led to a sudden influx of migrants and increased pressure on an already tight rental market. In March, Australia increased English language requirements for student visas and steps were taken by the government to stop the prolonged stay of the students. Also Read: Australian PM slams China over fighter jet incident; China says its forces warned Australia Home Affairs Minister Clare O'Neil said that they had sent warning letters to 34 education providers for "non-genuine or exploitative recruitment practices". She added that those education providers can be imprisoned for up to two years and banned from recruiting students if they are found guilty. "Dodgy providers have no place in our international education sector. These actions will help weed out the bottom feeders in the sector that seek to exploit people and trash the reputation of the sector," said O'Neil, in a statement. In Australia, international education is one of the largest export industries and its worth was A$36.4 billion ($24 billion) in 2022-23. However, record migration - because of increase in the number of international students - has placed the government under pressure as rental prices soared across the country. The government is aiming to reduce the number of migrants in Australia by half in the next two years. "We are significantly reducing migration levels - we are in the middle of the biggest drop in migration numbers in Australia's history, outside of war or pandemic," said O'Neil. How will increasing the minimum savings limit impact Indian students? The step is likely to hit Indian students in Australia hard. In the wake of reports suggesting targeted visa denials to Indian students, a former Australian diplomat to India said that such steps can impact bilateral relations. Watch: Israel-Hamas war: Australian students join Gaza war campus protests In 2023, Australia witnessed a record number of migrants, and students from India, China and the Philippines headed the inflow. There has been a 48 per cent decrease in the visas granted to Indian students between December 2022 and December 2023, as per a report. India remains the second-largest country from where international students are travelling to Australia. In between January-September 2023. 1.22 lakh Indian students were studying in Australia. (With inputs from agencies)

Australia increases minimum savings limit for student visa, Indians to be impacted

The upcoming edition of the T20 World Cup takes place in West Indies and the USA in June. Ahead of the ninth edition, here is a list of batters with most runs in the tournament history.

T20 World Cup: Most matches as captain in T20 World Cup

T20 World Cup: Most runs in T20 World Cup History

Indian cricket team's official kit sponsor, Adidas, on Monday (May 6) unveiled the senior men's jersey for the upcoming T20 World Cup, scheduled to take place in the West Indies and USA in June. The Indian team will don the kit for the tournament, hoping to end their trophy drought in the ICC tournaments.&nbsp;

The sportswear giant released the unveiling video, featuring Indian captain Rohit Sharma, all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja and wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav. The video shot at the HPCA Stadium in Himachal Pradesh shows a giant-sized replica of the Indian jersey flying in the backdrop of the picturesque Himalayas.&nbsp;

The new kit is starkly different from the 2021 World Cup kit which had a dark blue hue with orange highlights only featuring on the collar. Adidas has gone with a combination of traditional blue at the front, and orange features on the shoulders with Adidas stripes on it.&nbsp;However, the jersey has only one star instead of the three usually seen on India's limited-overs jerseys.&nbsp;

<h2>Why the Indian jersey has only one star?</h2>

The stars in the jersey usually represent the number of World Cups a team has won. Since India has won only one T20 World Cup in its history, during the inaugural 2007 edition, the team is sporting a lone star, above the BCCI badge on the left side of the jersey.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Similarly for the ODI World Cup, the Men in Blue have two stars to mark India's 1983 and 2011 ODI World Cup wins.&nbsp;

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The Indian team has been sporting the Adidas kits since BCCI announced a lucrative, multi-year partnership in May last year. The apparel company has already designed the kits for the World Test Championship final as well as the ODI World Cup, held in India last year.&nbsp;

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<h2>India's squad for T20 World Cup&nbsp;</h2>

The BCCI selection committee on April 30&nbsp;named the 15-member provisional squad for the 2024 T20 World Cup.&nbsp;While Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have retained their positions in the squad, several gun players have been left out by the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee, which has raised eyebrows all around.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Notably, according to ICC guidelines, all teams are allowed to make changes to their squad until May 25, after which&nbsp;any alteration will require approval from ICC's Event Technical Committee.

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)

Indian cricket team's official kit sponsor, Adidas, on Monday (May 6) unveiled the senior men's jersey for the upcoming T20 World Cup, scheduled to take place in the West Indies and USA in June.

Indian cricket team's official kit sponsor, Adidas, on Monday (May 6) unveiled the senior men's jersey for the upcoming T20 World Cup, scheduled to take place in the West Indies and USA in June. The Indian team will don the kit for the tournament, hoping to end their trophy drought in the ICC tournaments. The sportswear giant released the unveiling video, featuring Indian captain Rohit Sharma, all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja and wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav. The video shot at the HPCA Stadium in Himachal Pradesh shows a giant-sized replica of the Indian jersey flying in the backdrop of the picturesque Himalayas. The new kit is starkly different from the 2021 World Cup kit which had a dark blue hue with orange highlights only featuring on the collar. Adidas has gone with a combination of traditional blue at the front, and orange features on the shoulders with Adidas stripes on it. However, the jersey has only one star instead of the three usually seen on India's limited-overs jerseys. Why the Indian jersey has only one star? The stars in the jersey usually represent the number of World Cups a team has won. Since India has won only one T20 World Cup in its history, during the inaugural 2007 edition, the team is sporting a lone star, above the BCCI badge on the left side of the jersey. Similarly for the ODI World Cup, the Men in Blue have two stars to mark India's 1983 and 2011 ODI World Cup wins. One jersey. One Nation. Presenting the new Team India T20 jersey. Available in stores and online from 7th may, at 10:00 AM. pic.twitter.com/PkQKweEv95 — adidas (@adidas) May 6, 2024 × The Indian team has been sporting the Adidas kits since BCCI announced a lucrative, multi-year partnership in May last year. The apparel company has already designed the kits for the World Test Championship final as well as the ODI World Cup, held in India last year. Also read | T20 World Cup 2024: India's squad to be led by Rohit Sharma; Pant & Samson in, Rahul out India's squad for T20 World Cup The BCCI selection committee on April 30 named the 15-member provisional squad for the 2024 T20 World Cup. While Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have retained their positions in the squad, several gun players have been left out by the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee, which has raised eyebrows all around. Notably, according to ICC guidelines, all teams are allowed to make changes to their squad until May 25, after which any alteration will require approval from ICC's Event Technical Committee. 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)

Here’s why India’s T20 World Cup jersey unveiled by Adidas has only one star

With the ninth edition of the Men's T20 World Cup approaching, let’s look at players who have appeared for the most time in this tournament.

Players with Most Appearances in Men's T20 World Cup History

Ahead of Pakistan's tour of Ireland and England, white-ball captain Babar Azam opened up on the forthcoming T20 World Cup in West Indies and USA in June. The Men in Green are placed in Group A along with arch-rivals India, Canada, USA and Ireland. They will lock horns with India on June 9 in New York and Babar revealed that the one-time winners will have plans against Virat Kohli, who has an exceptional T20I record versus Pakistan. The right-hander has 488 runs in 10 games versus Babar &amp; Co., averaging a splendid 81.33.

Prior to Pakistan's departure for Ireland and England, Babar was asked on how will they tackle Kohli. He told the reporters in a press conference, "As a team, you always plan against different teams according to their strengths. We don't plan anything against only one player. We plan for all 11 players. We don't know much about the conditions in New York and we will plan accordingly. He [Virat Kohli] is one of the best players and we will plan against him as well."

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In the 2022 T20 WC, both India and Pakistan were in the same group in the Super 10. The two Asian giants locked horns at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne where Kohli's 82 not out, off 49 balls, propelled Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue to a memorable four-wicket win, on the last ball of the contest, in chase of 160. Opting to bowl first, the 2007 winners India restricted Pakistan to 159 for 7 with Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh accounting for three wickets each. In reply, India were on the mat and reeling at 31 for 4 before Hardik-Kohli's 113-run fifth-wicket stand turned things around and Kohli ended proceedings in style in a thrilling last over.&nbsp;

India T20 WC squad: Rohit Sharma (c), Yashashvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav,&nbsp;Rishabh Pant (wk), Sanju Samson (wk), Hardik Pandya (vc), Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal,&nbsp;Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj.

Reserves:&nbsp;Shubman Gill, Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, Avesh Khan

Pakistan T20 WC squad: To be announced&nbsp;

Pakistan will tour Ireland and play three T20Is, in Dublin, from May 10-14 before facing Jos Buttler-led England in four T20Is from May 22-30. Their final T20 WC squad is expected to be out during the England series.

Ahead of Pakistan's tour of Ireland and England, white-ball captain Babar Azam opened up on the forthcoming T20 World Cup in West Indies and USA in June. The Men in Green are placed in Group A along with arch-rivals India, Canada, USA and Ireland.

Ahead of Pakistan's tour of Ireland and England, white-ball captain Babar Azam opened up on the forthcoming T20 World Cup in West Indies and USA in June. The Men in Green are placed in Group A along with arch-rivals India, Canada, USA and Ireland. They will lock horns with India on June 9 in New York and Babar revealed that the one-time winners will have plans against Virat Kohli, who has an exceptional T20I record versus Pakistan. The right-hander has 488 runs in 10 games versus Babar & Co., averaging a splendid 81.33. Prior to Pakistan's departure for Ireland and England, Babar was asked on how will they tackle Kohli. He told the reporters in a press conference, "As a team, you always plan against different teams according to their strengths. We don't plan anything against only one player. We plan for all 11 players. We don't know much about the conditions in New York and we will plan accordingly. He [Virat Kohli] is one of the best players and we will plan against him as well." Also read: Cricket West Indies tightens security after T20 World Cup receive terror threat from North Pakistan In the 2022 T20 WC, both India and Pakistan were in the same group in the Super 10. The two Asian giants locked horns at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne where Kohli's 82 not out, off 49 balls, propelled Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue to a memorable four-wicket win, on the last ball of the contest, in chase of 160. Opting to bowl first, the 2007 winners India restricted Pakistan to 159 for 7 with Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh accounting for three wickets each. In reply, India were on the mat and reeling at 31 for 4 before Hardik-Kohli's 113-run fifth-wicket stand turned things around and Kohli ended proceedings in style in a thrilling last over. India T20 WC squad: Rohit Sharma (c), Yashashvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant (wk), Sanju Samson (wk), Hardik Pandya (vc), Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj. Reserves: Shubman Gill, Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, Avesh Khan Pakistan T20 WC squad: To be announced Pakistan will tour Ireland and play three T20Is, in Dublin, from May 10-14 before facing Jos Buttler-led England in four T20Is from May 22-30. Their final T20 WC squad is expected to be out during the England series.

‘We will....’ - Babar Azam on plan vs Virat Kohli ahead of marquee India-Pakistan T20 WC clash

Barely weeks away, the T20 World Cup 2024 edition is in focus now. Pakistan have a few more games to play before showing up at the mega event, to be co-hosted by West Indies and USA in June. Ahead of the showpiece tournament, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi provided the players with extra motivation by announcing a mammoth amount for each of them if the Men in Green emerge victorious in the T20 WC. Babar Azam-led Pakistan are placed in Group A along with arch-rivals India, USA, Canada and Ireland.

Before Pakistan's upcoming T20Is versus Ireland and England, PCB&nbsp;posted on social media, "Chairman PCB Mohsin Naqvi announced to give 100,000 dollars prize to every player for winning the T20 World Cup."

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<h2>'We hope that you will raise the Pakistani flag this time'</h2>

Naqvi also shared some words of encouragement for the players during a recent meet and said, as quoted by Geo News, "Don't care about anyone. Play only for Pakistan. All the players stand united [...] showcase teamwork and god willing, victory will be yours. The nation has a lot of expectations from you [...] we hope that you will raise the Pakistani flag this time."

At present, the Babar-led Pakistan side are gearing up for their away T20Is versus Ireland and England. They first play three T20Is versus Ireland, in Dublin, from May 10-14 before touring England for four T20Is from May 22-30. Their final T20 WC squad will be announced during the two series.

Squad: Babar Azam (c), Abrar Ahmed, Azam Khan, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali, Iftikhar Ahmed, Imad Wasim, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Amir, Mohammad Rizwan, Muhammad Irfan Khan, Naseem Shah, Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha, Shadab Khan, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Usman Khan

Barely weeks away, the T20 World Cup 2024 edition is in focus now. Pakistan have a few more games to play before showing up at the mega event, to be co-hosted by West Indies and USA in June.

Barely weeks away, the T20 World Cup 2024 edition is in focus now. Pakistan have a few more games to play before showing up at the mega event, to be co-hosted by West Indies and USA in June. Ahead of the showpiece tournament, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi provided the players with extra motivation by announcing a mammoth amount for each of them if the Men in Green emerge victorious in the T20 WC. Babar Azam-led Pakistan are placed in Group A along with arch-rivals India, USA, Canada and Ireland. Before Pakistan's upcoming T20Is versus Ireland and England, PCB posted on social media, "Chairman PCB Mohsin Naqvi announced to give 100,000 dollars prize to every player for winning the T20 World Cup." Also read: Cricket West Indies tightens security after T20 World Cup receive terror threat from North Pakistan 'We hope that you will raise the Pakistani flag this time' Naqvi also shared some words of encouragement for the players during a recent meet and said, as quoted by Geo News, "Don't care about anyone. Play only for Pakistan. All the players stand united [...] showcase teamwork and god willing, victory will be yours. The nation has a lot of expectations from you [...] we hope that you will raise the Pakistani flag this time." At present, the Babar-led Pakistan side are gearing up for their away T20Is versus Ireland and England. They first play three T20Is versus Ireland, in Dublin, from May 10-14 before touring England for four T20Is from May 22-30. Their final T20 WC squad will be announced during the two series. Squad: Babar Azam (c), Abrar Ahmed, Azam Khan, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali, Iftikhar Ahmed, Imad Wasim, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Amir, Mohammad Rizwan, Muhammad Irfan Khan, Naseem Shah, Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha, Shadab Khan, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Usman Khan

T20 WC: PCB chief announces WHOPPING amount for each Pakistan player if Men in Green emerge victorious

Former Indian chief selector Kris Srikkanth has lashed out at the Ajit Agarkar-led BCCI selection committee for picking out-of-form Shubman Gill over Ruturaj Gaikwad in India's 15-man T20 World Cup squad. On Tuesday (April 30), the BCCI announced India's squad which features Rohit Sharma as the captain along with regulars such as Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, etc.

Hardik Pandya, Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson were also named in the main squad with Gill, Avesh Khan, Khaleel Ahmed and Rinku Singh part of&nbsp;the reserves list. This has not been well received by Srikkanth -- India's 1983 World Cup-winning member -- as he feels Gill is completely out of form in the ongoing IPL 2024 edition, contrary to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain Gaikwad.

So far, Gujarat Titans (GT) captain Gill has 320 runs in 10 games at an average of&nbsp;35.56. Meanwhile, Gaikwad is the top run-getter with 509 runs -- at 63.63 and a strike-rate of&nbsp;146.68 with 4 fifties and a hundred. Thus, Srikkanth feels it wasn't fair to overlook the CSK captain's purple patch and claimed that&nbsp;selection is 'all about favouritism'.

<h2>'Gill is selectors' delight, team selection is all about favouritism'</h2>

Srikkanth said on his YouTube channel 'Cheeky Chekka', "Shubman Gill is totally out of form, but why he's selected in the team. There's no doubt that Ruturaj Gaikwad deserves a place. He scored more than 500 runs in 17 innings. Also he scored a century against Australia. Shubman Gill is selectors' delight. He gets chance even if he fails. He finds place even if he fails in Test, ODIs and T20s.There's too much of favoritism in selection. The team selection is all about favouritism."

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Srikkanth even slammed the selectors for not including Rinku in the main squad, despite a strike-rate of 176.23 in 15 T20Is.&nbsp;

In this regard, he added, "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."

India are in Group A along with arch-rivals Pakistan, Ireland, USA and Canada and begin their campaign versus Ireland on June 5, in New York.

India's squad for T20 World Cup 2024:

Rohit Sharma (C), Hardik Pandya (VC), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Sanju Samson, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Mohammed Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah.

Reserves: Shubman Gill, Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, Avesh Khan

Former Indian chief selector Kris Srikkanth has lashed out at the Ajit Agarkar-led BCCI selection committee for picking out-of-form Shubman Gill over Ruturaj Gaikwad in India's 15-man T20 World Cup squad.

Former Indian chief selector Kris Srikkanth has lashed out at the Ajit Agarkar-led BCCI selection committee for picking out-of-form Shubman Gill over Ruturaj Gaikwad in India's 15-man T20 World Cup squad. On Tuesday (April 30), the BCCI announced India's squad which features Rohit Sharma as the captain along with regulars such as Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, etc. Hardik Pandya, Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson were also named in the main squad with Gill, Avesh Khan, Khaleel Ahmed and Rinku Singh part of the reserves list. This has not been well received by Srikkanth -- India's 1983 World Cup-winning member -- as he feels Gill is completely out of form in the ongoing IPL 2024 edition, contrary to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain Gaikwad. So far, Gujarat Titans (GT) captain Gill has 320 runs in 10 games at an average of 35.56. Meanwhile, Gaikwad is the top run-getter with 509 runs -- at 63.63 and a strike-rate of 146.68 with 4 fifties and a hundred. Thus, Srikkanth feels it wasn't fair to overlook the CSK captain's purple patch and claimed that selection is 'all about favouritism'. 'Gill is selectors' delight, team selection is all about favouritism' Srikkanth said on his YouTube channel 'Cheeky Chekka', "Shubman Gill is totally out of form, but why he's selected in the team. There's no doubt that Ruturaj Gaikwad deserves a place. He scored more than 500 runs in 17 innings. Also he scored a century against Australia. Shubman Gill is selectors' delight. He gets chance even if he fails. He finds place even if he fails in Test, ODIs and T20s.There's too much of favoritism in selection. The team selection is all about favouritism." Also read: ‘You’ve made him a scapegoat,’ former Indian cricketer blasts BCCI for Rinku Singh’s exclusion from WC squad Srikkanth even slammed the selectors for not including Rinku in the main squad, despite a strike-rate of 176.23 in 15 T20Is. In this regard, he added, "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." India are in Group A along with arch-rivals Pakistan, Ireland, USA and Canada and begin their campaign versus Ireland on June 5, in New York. India's squad for T20 World Cup 2024: Rohit Sharma (C), Hardik Pandya (VC), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Sanju Samson, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Mohammed Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah. Reserves: Shubman Gill, Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, Avesh Khan

T20 WC: Srikkanth SLAMS BCCI for picking Shubman Gill over Ruturaj Gaikwad, says 'it is all about favouritism'

Former Sri Lankan captain Kumar Sangakkara has named India favourites for the 2024 T20 World Cup&nbsp;to&nbsp;be played in the West Indies and the USA in June. On Tuesday (April 30), the BCCI selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, named India's 15-man squad which saw the return of Hardik Pandya and Rishabh Pant with Sanju Samson also getting a look-in. Meanwhile, Shivam Dube also got included whereas&nbsp;KL Rahul was dropped.

Rinku Singh, who has been India's finisher in the format in the recent past, was not part of the main squad but has been named in the reserves list. Speaking on Rohit Sharma-led India&nbsp;squad, Sangakkara -- who is currently serving as Rajasthan Royals (RR) head coach in IPL 2024 -- lauded the squad and made a big claim.

Sanga, ahead of RR's away game versus Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Thursday (May 2), said in Hyderabad, "It's (India) an extremely strong squad. They've got their batting covered, they've got their all-rounders in. They've got very high-quality spin and they've got very good combinations that they can play."

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Speaking on India's team combination, Sanga elaborated, "Knowing the conditions there, I'm sure Rahul (Dravid) and Rohit (Sharma) have a good idea of what the squad should be to play the cricket they want in the World Cup. And they'll be having two or three different combinations, depending on whether they want a deeper batting line-up or more strength in their bowling. But it's a really well-balanced squad, a very strong squad and India's always been very strong in international tournaments."

India are in Group A along with arch-rivals Pakistan, USA, Canada and Scotland. They begin their campaign versus Ireland on June 5 at the&nbsp;Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York.

India Squad for T20 World Cup

Rohit Sharma (c), Yashashvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant (wk), Sanju Samson (wk), Hardik Pandya (vc), Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj.

Reserves:&nbsp;Shubman Gill, Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, Avesh Khan

Former Sri Lankan captain Kumar Sangakkara has named India favourites for the 2024 T20 World Cup to be played in the West Indies and the USA in June. On Tuesday (April 30), the BCCI selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, named India's 15-man squad which saw the return of Hardik Pandya and Rishabh Pant with Sanju Samson also getting a look-in.

Former Sri Lankan captain Kumar Sangakkara has named India favourites for the 2024 T20 World Cup to be played in the West Indies and the USA in June. On Tuesday (April 30), the BCCI selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, named India's 15-man squad which saw the return of Hardik Pandya and Rishabh Pant with Sanju Samson also getting a look-in. Meanwhile, Shivam Dube also got included whereas KL Rahul was dropped. Rinku Singh, who has been India's finisher in the format in the recent past, was not part of the main squad but has been named in the reserves list. Speaking on Rohit Sharma-led India squad, Sangakkara -- who is currently serving as Rajasthan Royals (RR) head coach in IPL 2024 -- lauded the squad and made a big claim. Sanga, ahead of RR's away game versus Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Thursday (May 2), said in Hyderabad, "It's (India) an extremely strong squad. They've got their batting covered, they've got their all-rounders in. They've got very high-quality spin and they've got very good combinations that they can play." Also read: T20 World Cup: 'If captain tells...,' Shivam Dube reveals chat with Rohit in January gave selection indication Speaking on India's team combination, Sanga elaborated, "Knowing the conditions there, I'm sure Rahul (Dravid) and Rohit (Sharma) have a good idea of what the squad should be to play the cricket they want in the World Cup. And they'll be having two or three different combinations, depending on whether they want a deeper batting line-up or more strength in their bowling. But it's a really well-balanced squad, a very strong squad and India's always been very strong in international tournaments." India are in Group A along with arch-rivals Pakistan, USA, Canada and Scotland. They begin their campaign versus Ireland on June 5 at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York. India Squad for T20 World Cup Rohit Sharma (c), Yashashvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant (wk), Sanju Samson (wk), Hardik Pandya (vc), Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj. Reserves: Shubman Gill, Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, Avesh Khan

India favourites for T20 World Cup 2024, says Sri Lankan legend Kumar Sangakkara

With the T20 World Cup fast approaching, Team India will look to end their 17-year drought for the title as they prepare for the tournament. Ahead of the latest edition of the T20 World Cup, here is a look at the players with the most runs for India featuring Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and others.

Most Runs for India in T20 World Cup

With only 30 days to go for the International Cricket Council (ICC)&nbsp;T20 World Cup, the official anthem for the marquee tournament, titled, 'Out if this World', by Grammy award-winning artist Sean Paul and Soca superstar Kes was released on Thursday (May 2).

The three-minute song has been produced by Michael&nbsp;“Tano” Montano and the music video was released on the same day. The anthem features some of the biggest names in sports,&nbsp;including eight-time Olympic gold-medalist Usain Bolt, West Indies cricket superstars Chris Gayle, Shivnarine Chanderpaul and Stafanie Taylor, and USA bowler Ali Khan among other Caribbean personalities.

“I have always believed that music, like cricket, has the power to bring people together in unity and celebration," said Paul after the release of the anthem.&nbsp;

"This song is all about positive energy and Caribbean pride and I can't wait for the carnival of cricket to get started and hear everyone singing along to the anthem, bringing the party to stadiums across the West Indies and USA," he added.&nbsp;

The video celebrates the atmosphere and energy of the Caribbean and the US where the tournament gets underway.&nbsp;

“Cricket has always been a major part of Caribbean culture, so I'm honoured to write and record the official anthem for the T20 World Cup. Respect goes out to the entire crew whose creative input inspired this anthem. The track embodies the vibrant culture and energy of cricket and is a real anthem for people to sing out and feel the spirit of unity," said Kes on the anthem release.&nbsp;

Watch the music video here:&nbsp;

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<h2>World Cup starts next month</h2>

The World Cup kicks off on June 2 with the United States taking on Canada at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Texas.

A total of 55 matches will be played across the tournament, including the group stage, Super Eight, semis and the big finale.&nbsp;

England are the defending champions, having won the title in 2022, beating Pakistan in the final and clinching its second silverware in the format.&nbsp;&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

With only 30 days to go for the International Cricket Council (ICC) T20 World Cup, the official anthem for the marquee tournament, titled, 'Out if this World', by Grammy award-winning artist Sean Paul and Soca superstar Kes was released on Thursday (May 2).

With only 30 days to go for the International Cricket Council (ICC) T20 World Cup, the official anthem for the marquee tournament, titled, 'Out if this World', by Grammy award-winning artist Sean Paul and Soca superstar Kes was released on Thursday (May 2). The three-minute song has been produced by Michael “Tano” Montano and the music video was released on the same day. The anthem features some of the biggest names in sports, including eight-time Olympic gold-medalist Usain Bolt, West Indies cricket superstars Chris Gayle, Shivnarine Chanderpaul and Stafanie Taylor, and USA bowler Ali Khan among other Caribbean personalities. “I have always believed that music, like cricket, has the power to bring people together in unity and celebration," said Paul after the release of the anthem. "This song is all about positive energy and Caribbean pride and I can't wait for the carnival of cricket to get started and hear everyone singing along to the anthem, bringing the party to stadiums across the West Indies and USA," he added. The video celebrates the atmosphere and energy of the Caribbean and the US where the tournament gets underway. “Cricket has always been a major part of Caribbean culture, so I'm honoured to write and record the official anthem for the T20 World Cup. Respect goes out to the entire crew whose creative input inspired this anthem. The track embodies the vibrant culture and energy of cricket and is a real anthem for people to sing out and feel the spirit of unity," said Kes on the anthem release. Watch the music video here: The ICC Men's T20 World Cup Anthem from @duttypaul & @Kestheband is here - and it’s Out Of This World! 🌎 🏏 See if you can spot some of their friends joining the party @usainbolt, @stafanie07, Shivnarine Chanderpaul, @henrygayle 🤩#T20WorldCup | #OutOfThisWorld pic.twitter.com/jzsCY1GRqa — ICC (@ICC) May 2, 2024 × Also read | 'He has done nothing...': Ajit Agarkar on Rinku Singh's exclusion from T20 WC squad World Cup starts next month The World Cup kicks off on June 2 with the United States taking on Canada at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Texas. A total of 55 matches will be played across the tournament, including the group stage, Super Eight, semis and the big finale. England are the defending champions, having won the title in 2022, beating Pakistan in the final and clinching its second silverware in the format. (With inputs from agencies)

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Indian men's cricket team captain Rohit Sharma has refused to divulge the decision behind including four spinners in the T20 World Cup squad. Sharma alongside BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar addressed the media in Mumbai on Thursday (May 2), a little over 48 hours after the squad was first announced.&nbsp;

During the press conference, Rohit said it was on his insistence that the selectors picked four spinners.&nbsp;

"I don't want to go too much into detail on it, I'm sure opposition captains are listening to thisI definitely wanted four spinners. We've&nbsp;played a lot of cricket there [West Indies], we know what the conditions are like.&nbsp;The match probably starts at 10-10:30 in the morning. There is a little bit of technical aspect involved in this," said Rohit.&nbsp;

"Maybe in the first press conference when I do in the West Indies, I'll give more detail on this. I am not going to say it in public&nbsp;now but I'll definitely say it there," he added.&nbsp;

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India have picked two wrist spinners in Kuldeep Yadav and Yuzvendra Chahal while&nbsp;left-arm spin allrounders Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel form the other half of the spin quartet. However, the decision to go with four spinners has&nbsp;drawn the ire of fans who questioned if Rinku Singh's place was compromised due to Rohit's belief.&nbsp;&nbsp;

"I wanted four spinners for sure. With two of the spinners being allrounders who can bat, Axar and Jadeja, and two attacking spinners - Kuldeep and Chahal - it gives you the balance in the spin department. Based on the team composition of the opposition we can decide what we want to play with," Rohit further explained.&nbsp;

<h2>Agarkar explains Rinku's exclusion</h2>

Quizzed about Rinku's exclusion from the squad, Agarkar reiterated that he wanted to give ample spin bowling options to Rohit for the slow decks in the West Indies.&nbsp;

"Toughest thing we have had to do. He [Rinku]&nbsp;has done nothing wrong or for that matter Shubman Gill. It is about the combination...we are not sure about the conditions we will get," said Agarkar.

"We wanted to try and have enough options. There are&nbsp;a couple of wrist spinners included - Chahal and Kuldeep to give Rohit more options. Axar, again, a batting allrounder or rather bowling allrounder," he added.&nbsp;

The World Cup gets underway on June 2 while India open their campaign against Ireland on June 5 at&nbsp;Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, currently under development in New York.&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)

Indian men's cricket team captain Rohit Sharma has refused to divulge the decision behind including four spinners in the T20 World Cup squad. Sharma alongside BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar addressed the media in Mumbai on Thursday (May 2), a little over 48 hours after the squad was first announced.

Indian men's cricket team captain Rohit Sharma has refused to divulge the decision behind including four spinners in the T20 World Cup squad. Sharma alongside BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar addressed the media in Mumbai on Thursday (May 2), a little over 48 hours after the squad was first announced. During the press conference, Rohit said it was on his insistence that the selectors picked four spinners. "I don't want to go too much into detail on it, I'm sure opposition captains are listening to thisI definitely wanted four spinners. We've played a lot of cricket there [West Indies], we know what the conditions are like. The match probably starts at 10-10:30 in the morning. There is a little bit of technical aspect involved in this," said Rohit. "Maybe in the first press conference when I do in the West Indies, I'll give more detail on this. I am not going to say it in public now but I'll definitely say it there," he added. Also read | 'He has done nothing...': Ajit Agarkar on Rinku Singh's exclusion from T20 WC squad India have picked two wrist spinners in Kuldeep Yadav and Yuzvendra Chahal while left-arm spin allrounders Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel form the other half of the spin quartet. However, the decision to go with four spinners has drawn the ire of fans who questioned if Rinku Singh's place was compromised due to Rohit's belief. "I wanted four spinners for sure. With two of the spinners being allrounders who can bat, Axar and Jadeja, and two attacking spinners - Kuldeep and Chahal - it gives you the balance in the spin department. Based on the team composition of the opposition we can decide what we want to play with," Rohit further explained. Agarkar explains Rinku's exclusion Quizzed about Rinku's exclusion from the squad, Agarkar reiterated that he wanted to give ample spin bowling options to Rohit for the slow decks in the West Indies. "Toughest thing we have had to do. He [Rinku] has done nothing wrong or for that matter Shubman Gill. It is about the combination...we are not sure about the conditions we will get," said Agarkar. "We wanted to try and have enough options. There are a couple of wrist spinners included - Chahal and Kuldeep to give Rohit more options. Axar, again, a batting allrounder or rather bowling allrounder," he added. The World Cup gets underway on June 2 while India open their campaign against Ireland on June 5 at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, currently under development in New York. 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)

'I won't say in public': Rohit Sharma keeps mum on picking four spinners for T20 WC

Ahead of the ninth edition of the T20 World Cup 2024, to be held in West Indies and USA in June, here is a list of batters with most 100s in T20 WC history.

Most 100s in T20 World Cup history

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) all-rounder Shivam Dube has revealed that a chat with India skipper Rohit Sharma during the Afghanistan T20I series in January earlier this year gave him indication of his T20 World Cup 2024 selection. Dube, on April 30, was named in the 15-man India squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup in the USA and West Indies.&nbsp;

"When I got picked for the Afghanistan series, Rohit [Sharma] bhai told me I will [get a chance to] bowl and bat as well," Dube said in a video shared by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

"He asked 'show us what you can do.' If the captain tells you we want to see you do this, you feel motivated to express yourself. My only thought then was how I could perform and help the team win," Dube added.

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Dube had made his debut for India in 2019 but had fallen out of favour because of a string of poor performances. He, however, came back into the limelight, thanks to a stellar season with the CSK in IPL 2023. He smashed 418 runs in the title-winning season at a strike rate of 158 in 16 matches.

Dube also credited his rise to CSK set up and said: "When I came into the CSK setup, Mahi [MS Dhoni] bhai and [Stephen] Fleming told me that you have to hit. But they never said it has to be from the first ball. They know doing that can be risky. In my mind, I knew that they have the faith in me, so why should I take needless risks in my first 10 balls?

His first match after the India T20 World Cup 2024 squad selection, however, didn't go as planned. Dube was dismissed for a first ball duck against the Punjab Kings in IPL 2024 on May 1.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) all-rounder Shivam Dube has revealed that a chat with India skipper Rohit Sharma during the Afghanistan T20I series in January earlier this year gave him indication of his T20 World Cup 2024 selection.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) all-rounder Shivam Dube has revealed that a chat with India skipper Rohit Sharma during the Afghanistan T20I series in January earlier this year gave him indication of his T20 World Cup 2024 selection. Dube, on April 30, was named in the 15-man India squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup in the USA and West Indies. "When I got picked for the Afghanistan series, Rohit [Sharma] bhai told me I will [get a chance to] bowl and bat as well," Dube said in a video shared by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). "He asked 'show us what you can do.' If the captain tells you we want to see you do this, you feel motivated to express yourself. My only thought then was how I could perform and help the team win," Dube added. Also Watch: MS Dhoni refuses to run as non-striker completes two runs in CSK vs PBKS Dube had made his debut for India in 2019 but had fallen out of favour because of a string of poor performances. He, however, came back into the limelight, thanks to a stellar season with the CSK in IPL 2023. He smashed 418 runs in the title-winning season at a strike rate of 158 in 16 matches. Dube also credited his rise to CSK set up and said: "When I came into the CSK setup, Mahi [MS Dhoni] bhai and [Stephen] Fleming told me that you have to hit. But they never said it has to be from the first ball. They know doing that can be risky. In my mind, I knew that they have the faith in me, so why should I take needless risks in my first 10 balls? His first match after the India T20 World Cup 2024 squad selection, however, didn't go as planned. Dube was dismissed for a first ball duck against the Punjab Kings in IPL 2024 on May 1.

T20 World Cup: 'If captain tells...,' Shivam Dube reveals chat with Rohit in January gave selection indication

On Wednesday (May 1), former England captain Michael Vaughan predicted the semifinalists of the 2024 T20 World Cup. The upcoming edition will be held in the West Indies and USA in June. Many major teams have announced their squads for the mega event and, thus, Vaughan shared his last four for the ninth edition. While many former cricketers and experts have named India and Australia or India and England as the two finalists, Vaughan made a bold claim by not including the Asian giants.&nbsp;

Neither India nor Pakistan!

Vaughan's T20 WC semifinalists are defending champions England, Australia, South Africa and co-hosts West Indies. He wrote on X, formerly Twitter, "My 4 Semi finalists for the T20 WC … England, Austrlalia, South Africa and the West Indies .. #T20WC2024"

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Barring the Rovman Powell-led West Indies, all the other three teams have announced their respective squads. Pakistan have also not announced their 15-man squad but they are expected to reveal it by Wednesday, which is the cutoff date for all participating teams.

Meanwhile, the BCCI announced India's 15-man squad on Tuesday (April 30). Rohit Sharma will spearhead the Men in Blue with regulars such as Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, vice-captain Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah also being part of the squad. Rishabh Pant -- who made his return to competitive cricket in the ongoing IPL 2024 edition -- and Sanju Samson have also been picked. Shivam Dube is also part of the main squad, which doesn't comprise Rinku Singh and KL Rahul.

The likes of Shubman Gill, Khaleel Ahmed, Avesh Khan and Rinku are part of the reserves.&nbsp;

India Squad for T20 World Cup

Rohit Sharma (c), Yashashvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant (wk), Sanju Samson (wk), Hardik Pandya (vc), Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj.

Reserves: Shubman Gill, Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, Avesh Khan

On Wednesday (May 1), former England captain Michael Vaughan predicted the semifinalists of the 2024 T20 World Cup. The upcoming edition will be held in the West Indies and USA in June.

On Wednesday (May 1), former England captain Michael Vaughan predicted the semifinalists of the 2024 T20 World Cup. The upcoming edition will be held in the West Indies and USA in June. Many major teams have announced their squads for the mega event and, thus, Vaughan shared his last four for the ninth edition. While many former cricketers and experts have named India and Australia or India and England as the two finalists, Vaughan made a bold claim by not including the Asian giants. Neither India nor Pakistan! Vaughan's T20 WC semifinalists are defending champions England, Australia, South Africa and co-hosts West Indies. He wrote on X, formerly Twitter, "My 4 Semi finalists for the T20 WC … England, Austrlalia, South Africa and the West Indies .. #T20WC2024" Here is the post: My 4 Semi finalists for the T20 WC … England,Austrlalia,South Africa and the West Indies .. #T20WC2024 — Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) May 1, 2024 × Also read: T20 World Cup: Sunil Gavaskar names THIS India pacer who should have been in Men in Blue's squad Barring the Rovman Powell-led West Indies, all the other three teams have announced their respective squads. Pakistan have also not announced their 15-man squad but they are expected to reveal it by Wednesday, which is the cutoff date for all participating teams. Meanwhile, the BCCI announced India's 15-man squad on Tuesday (April 30). Rohit Sharma will spearhead the Men in Blue with regulars such as Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, vice-captain Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah also being part of the squad. Rishabh Pant -- who made his return to competitive cricket in the ongoing IPL 2024 edition -- and Sanju Samson have also been picked. Shivam Dube is also part of the main squad, which doesn't comprise Rinku Singh and KL Rahul. The likes of Shubman Gill, Khaleel Ahmed, Avesh Khan and Rinku are part of the reserves. India Squad for T20 World Cup Rohit Sharma (c), Yashashvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant (wk), Sanju Samson (wk), Hardik Pandya (vc), Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj. Reserves: Shubman Gill, Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, Avesh Khan

Neither India nor Pakistan! Michael Vaughan predicts T20 World Cup semifinalists

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)

Rishabh Pant’s diet secret REVEALED that helped him to make India comeback

On Tuesday (April 30), the BCCI selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, announced India's 15-man squad for the 2024 T20 World Cup, in the West Indies and USA. Rohit Sharma will lead India in the upcoming edition, with Hardik Pandya returning to the national side as the vice-captain. Meanwhile, the squad also saw the inclusion of Shivam Dube, Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson whereas four of them were named as reserves. Former Indian opener-turned-commentator Sunil Gavaskar shared his views on the provisional squad and feels T Natarajan, playing for the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in IPL 2024, should have been added.

Natarajan has been part of the Pat Cummins-led SRH franchise in the ongoing IPL season. He has been an integral part of the lineup, nailing his yorkers and maintaining&nbsp;stringent lines in&nbsp;death overs. Natarajan has picked 13 wickets at an average of 19.38 and a strike rate of 12.92. Although he has been a bit expensive, with an economy of 9, he has bowled the tough overs in the end. Thus, Gavaskar feels Natarajan should have been part of the 15-man squad, which comprises reserve players such as Avesh Khan and Khaleel Ahmed.&nbsp;

<h2>'T Natarajan&nbsp;has been bowling extremely well'</h2>

While talking to India Today, Gavaskar said, "I was thinking more like T Natarajan, the left-arm pacer bowler. He has been bowling extremely well. So, I thought maybe he could have been in the team. But that's okay. I think the seam bowlers that they have got, they all have experience. So no problem with that."

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Notably, India will enter the T20 WC with four spinners (Axar Patel, Ravindra Jadeja, Yuzvendra Chahal, and Kuldeep Yadav) and just three specialist pacers. However,&nbsp;Gavaskar believes that all-rounder Hardik Pandya&nbsp;will serve as the fourth-seam bowling option for the one-time winners.

Gavaskar said, "Well, there is Hardik Pandya to bowl as well as the fourth seam bowler, so maybe that's the reason they've (selectors) gone with four spin bowlers. The pitches in the West Indies... there'll be a little more help for the spinners than for the quick bowlers. As we have seen in the IPL, the slower the deliveries, the harder it is for the batters to hit and that's perhaps the reason why they have gone with extra spinner."

Gavaskar highlighted that a change in 'attitude' and 'approach'&nbsp;could ensure the Rohit-led team's success in the upcoming edition and help them end their trophy hunt since 2013. He added, "There have been changes in attitude, changes in approach, which we saw in the 50-over World Cup (last year in India), and that augurs well for this (T20) World Cup as well."

India Squad for T20 World Cup

Rohit Sharma (c), Yashashvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav,&nbsp;Rishabh Pant (wk), Sanju Samson (wk), Hardik Pandya (vc), Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal,&nbsp;Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj.

Reserves:&nbsp;Shubman Gill, Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, Avesh Khan

On Tuesday (April 30), the BCCI selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, announced India's 15-man squad for the 2024 T20 World Cup, in the West Indies and USA. Rohit Sharma will lead India in the upcoming edition, with Hardik Pandya returning to the national side as the vice-captain.

On Tuesday (April 30), the BCCI selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, announced India's 15-man squad for the 2024 T20 World Cup, in the West Indies and USA. Rohit Sharma will lead India in the upcoming edition, with Hardik Pandya returning to the national side as the vice-captain. Meanwhile, the squad also saw the inclusion of Shivam Dube, Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson whereas four of them were named as reserves. Former Indian opener-turned-commentator Sunil Gavaskar shared his views on the provisional squad and feels T Natarajan, playing for the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in IPL 2024, should have been added. Natarajan has been part of the Pat Cummins-led SRH franchise in the ongoing IPL season. He has been an integral part of the lineup, nailing his yorkers and maintaining stringent lines in death overs. Natarajan has picked 13 wickets at an average of 19.38 and a strike rate of 12.92. Although he has been a bit expensive, with an economy of 9, he has bowled the tough overs in the end. Thus, Gavaskar feels Natarajan should have been part of the 15-man squad, which comprises reserve players such as Avesh Khan and Khaleel Ahmed. 'T Natarajan has been bowling extremely well' While talking to India Today, Gavaskar said, "I was thinking more like T Natarajan, the left-arm pacer bowler. He has been bowling extremely well. So, I thought maybe he could have been in the team. But that's okay. I think the seam bowlers that they have got, they all have experience. So no problem with that." Also read: ‘10 steps back’: Fans furious post India’s T20 World Cup squad announcement by BCCI Notably, India will enter the T20 WC with four spinners (Axar Patel, Ravindra Jadeja, Yuzvendra Chahal, and Kuldeep Yadav) and just three specialist pacers. However, Gavaskar believes that all-rounder Hardik Pandya will serve as the fourth-seam bowling option for the one-time winners. Gavaskar said, "Well, there is Hardik Pandya to bowl as well as the fourth seam bowler, so maybe that's the reason they've (selectors) gone with four spin bowlers. The pitches in the West Indies... there'll be a little more help for the spinners than for the quick bowlers. As we have seen in the IPL, the slower the deliveries, the harder it is for the batters to hit and that's perhaps the reason why they have gone with extra spinner." Gavaskar highlighted that a change in 'attitude' and 'approach' could ensure the Rohit-led team's success in the upcoming edition and help them end their trophy hunt since 2013. He added, "There have been changes in attitude, changes in approach, which we saw in the 50-over World Cup (last year in India), and that augurs well for this (T20) World Cup as well." India Squad for T20 World Cup Rohit Sharma (c), Yashashvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant (wk), Sanju Samson (wk), Hardik Pandya (vc), Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj. Reserves: Shubman Gill, Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, Avesh Khan

T20 World Cup: Sunil Gavaskar names THIS India pacer who should have been in Men in Blue's squad

The newly introduced 'Impact Player' rule in the Indian Premier League (IPL) may have been the reason for Rinku Singh’s ouster from the Indian T20 World Cup squad announced on Tuesday (Apr 30), according to an unnamed BCCI official, as quoted by news agency PTI.

The newly introduced 'Impact Player' rule in the Indian Premier League (IPL) may have been the reason for Rinku Singh’s ouster from the Indian T20 World Cup squad announced on Tuesday (Apr 30), according to an unnamed BCCI official, as quoted by news agency PTI. The BCCI selection committee led by Ajit Agarkar announced the 15-member squad for the World Cup in the West Indies and United States of America (USA), scheduled to start in June. However, the fans are slamming the panel for only relying on IPL form to select the squad - a sentiment that was echoed by the BCCI official. "No doubt, Rinku paid the price for the Impact Player Rule. He is plain and simple unlucky. Hardik might be in poor form but he is still India's best seam bowling all-rounder and it would have been a risk dropping him considering he is the only one who has bowled," a BCCI source told PTI on conditions of anonymity. The Impact Player rule allows the IPL teams to essentially play a "12-a-side" match which means someone like Rinku did not have ample batting opportunities this season to show his talent. Also read | India T20 World Cup squad: Five 'unlucky' players to have missed the WC flight Impact rule tips scales in Dube's favour In the eight matches for KKR, Rinku has only faced 82 balls, which averages around 10 balls per inning. Apart from the KKR openers, Venkatesh Iyer, Shreyas Iyer and Angkrish Raghuvanshi have faced the lion's share of bowling. Comparatively, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have utilised Shivam Dube as the enforcer, often bringing him at no. 4 and 5 to up the scoring rate. The faith imposed by the CSK think tank in Dube's batting has led to the southpaw's return to the Indian squad as well. However, if there was no Impact Player rule, Dube would not have been substituted nearly as much as he has been, due to poor returns with the ball. Skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad has barely tossed the ball to Dube this season as he becomes easy fodder for the batters. Consequently, the selection committee agreed that slotting Rinku alongside Pandya and Dube was too big of a risk. 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, Singh 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. 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)

Impact Player rule led to Rinku Singh’s ouster from India’s T20 WC squad? BCCI official reveals

Indian cricket fans were furious after the BCCI selection committee headed by Ajit Agarkar announced the 15-member T20 World Cup squad on Tuesday (Apr 30) evening. The exclusion of Rinku Singh from the squad invited the wrath of the fans who questioned if performance in the Indian Premier League (IPL) was the only criterion for player selection.&nbsp;

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, Singh 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;

The southpaw has been dropped after getting limited batting opportunities with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the ongoing IPL.&nbsp;

Apart from Rinku's exclusion, fans were not happy with Yuzvendra Chahal being rushed back into the squad, especially owing to his known struggles on the international circuit. Ravi Bishnoi was being touted as the other wrist-spinner to partner Kuldeep Yadav on the world stage but the selectors went back to the conservative choice.&nbsp;

Similar was the case with Shubman Gill who had to contend with a spot in the reserves as both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma got the nod to play, what could arguably be their last ICC tournament.

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I was wrong. It's ten steps back. 
 
I simply cannot believe they've dropped a finisher as consistently brilliant as Rinku has been and when it's a gaping hole in his absence. Don't endorse Chahal's return either when he's struggled in internationals for long now <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/T20WorldCup?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#T20WorldCup</a> <a href="https://t.co/pB71PbI2lQ">https://t.co/pB71PbI2lQ</a>
— Soorya Sesha (@sooryasesha7) <a href="https://twitter.com/sooryasesha7/status/1785255221620285458?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 30, 2024</a></blockquote>
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It's not easy if you are Shubman Gill 
Score 3 💯 in ipl 2023 
Orange Cap Holder in IPL 2023 
International T20i Century against NZ 
score century in all format score double hundreds 
Still he is not selected in 15💔<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ShubmanGill?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ShubmanGill</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/T20WorldCup24?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#T20WorldCup24</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/T20WorldCup?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#T20WorldCup</a><a href="https://t.co/tjkH3nOxuG">pic.twitter.com/tjkH3nOxuG</a>
— AHMED SAYS (@AhmedGT_) <a href="https://twitter.com/AhmedGT_/status/1785266882758758613?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 30, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Rohit, Surya, Hardik &amp; Jadeja academy veterans will be featuring in yet another T20 Worldcup let’s go🥳 <a href="https://t.co/T5iSvfQD6J">pic.twitter.com/T5iSvfQD6J</a>
— TukTuk Academy (@TukTuk_Academy) <a href="https://twitter.com/TukTuk_Academy/status/1785263946708259253?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 30, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Feel bad for Rinku Singh, he shud ve been part of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> 
 
Hope he will carve out his place soon. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/T20WorldCup?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#T20WorldCup</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IndianCricketTeam?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IndianCricketTeam</a> टिम इंडिया <a href="https://t.co/o9QAM9noEs">pic.twitter.com/o9QAM9noEs</a>
— Sushil Gaikwad (@onlysushil) <a href="https://twitter.com/onlysushil/status/1785266846775812438?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 30, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Most runs for India in T20Is after 11 innings: 
 
KL Rahul 458 
Virat Kohli 368 
Ishan Kishan 365 
Rinku Singh 356 
 
While all the other three played almost each innings in Top 3 of the batting order, what makes Rinku's achievement special is that all his innings came at No.5 or below.
— Ajinkya Dhamdhere (@ajinkyasd) <a href="https://twitter.com/ajinkyasd/status/1747842940595323321?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 18, 2024</a></blockquote>
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If I am Sitting pretty at 6th in the ICC T20i rankings, but not in the World Cup lineup, it’s a tough pill to swallow. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ravibishnoi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ravibishnoi</a>
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) <a href="https://twitter.com/IrfanPathan/status/1785260408716292424?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 30, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/india-t20-world-cup-squad-five-players-to-have-missed-the-wc-flight-716676">Also read | India T20 World Cup squad: Five 'unlucky' players to have missed the WC flight</a>

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

Indian cricket fans were furious after the BCCI selection committee headed by Ajit Agarkar announced the 15-member T20 World Cup squad on Tuesday (Apr 30) evening.

Indian cricket fans were furious after the BCCI selection committee headed by Ajit Agarkar announced the 15-member T20 World Cup squad on Tuesday (Apr 30) evening. The exclusion of Rinku Singh from the squad invited the wrath of the fans who questioned if performance in the Indian Premier League (IPL) was the only criterion for player 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, Singh 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. The southpaw has been dropped after getting limited batting opportunities with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the ongoing IPL. Apart from Rinku's exclusion, fans were not happy with Yuzvendra Chahal being rushed back into the squad, especially owing to his known struggles on the international circuit. Ravi Bishnoi was being touted as the other wrist-spinner to partner Kuldeep Yadav on the world stage but the selectors went back to the conservative choice. Similar was the case with Shubman Gill who had to contend with a spot in the reserves as both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma got the nod to play, what could arguably be their last ICC tournament. Here are some of the reactions from fans and pundits over the squad selection: I was wrong. It's ten steps back. I simply cannot believe they've dropped a finisher as consistently brilliant as Rinku has been and when it's a gaping hole in his absence. Don't endorse Chahal's return either when he's struggled in internationals for long now #T20WorldCup https://t.co/pB71PbI2lQ — Soorya Sesha (@sooryasesha7) April 30, 2024 × It's not easy if you are Shubman Gill Score 3 💯 in ipl 2023 Orange Cap Holder in IPL 2023 International T20i Century against NZ score century in all format score double hundreds Still he is not selected in 15💔#ShubmanGill #T20WorldCup24 #T20WorldCuppic.twitter.com/tjkH3nOxuG — AHMED SAYS (@AhmedGT_) April 30, 2024 × Rohit, Surya, Hardik & Jadeja academy veterans will be featuring in yet another T20 Worldcup let’s go🥳 pic.twitter.com/T5iSvfQD6J — TukTuk Academy (@TukTuk_Academy) April 30, 2024 × Feel bad for Rinku Singh, he shud ve been part of #TeamIndia Hope he will carve out his place soon. #T20WorldCup #IndianCricketTeam टिम इंडिया pic.twitter.com/o9QAM9noEs — Sushil Gaikwad (@onlysushil) April 30, 2024 × Most runs for India in T20Is after 11 innings: KL Rahul 458 Virat Kohli 368 Ishan Kishan 365 Rinku Singh 356 While all the other three played almost each innings in Top 3 of the batting order, what makes Rinku's achievement special is that all his innings came at No.5 or below. — Ajinkya Dhamdhere (@ajinkyasd) January 18, 2024 × If I am Sitting pretty at 6th in the ICC T20i rankings, but not in the World Cup lineup, it’s a tough pill to swallow. #Ravibishnoi — Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) April 30, 2024 × Also read | India T20 World Cup squad: Five 'unlucky' players to have missed the WC flight 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

‘10 steps back’: Fans furious post India’s T20 World Cup squad announcement by BCCI

On Tuesday (April 30), the Ajit Agarkar-led BCCI selection committee announced India's 15-man squad for the 2024 T20 World Cup, to be held in the West Indies and USA in June. Rohit Sharma will lead the national side while Hardik Pandya will be his deputy. Among the big names, both Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson have been included in the provisional squad, while&nbsp;KL Rahul has been left out. The likes of Rinku Singh and Shubman Gill have been named in the reserves.

BCCI shared India's squad on their official handle on X, formerly Twitter. Here is the post:

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🚨India’s squad for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 announced 🚨 
 
Let's get ready to cheer for <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/T20WorldCup?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#T20WorldCup</a> <a href="https://t.co/jIxsYeJkYW">pic.twitter.com/jIxsYeJkYW</a>
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Talking about the squad, Rinku Singh -- who averages a whopping 89 and strikes at&nbsp;176.23 in 15 T20Is -- and KL Rahul are the two big names to miss out. Rinku has done incredibly well in the limited chances he has got for Team India in the shortest format. However, Shivam Dube, Hardik and Ravindra Jadeja got the nod ahead of him. Dube has been in top form, both for India and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the past year and, hence, got rewarded. 
 
Meanwhile, Rahul was also in contention but missed out with Pant -- who made his return to competitive cricket during IPL 2024 -- and Samson edged past the former due to their form in the ongoing IPL season. Pant and Samson have been among runs in the 2024 edition, fourth and sixth-highest run-getter respectively, with a better strike-rate than Rahul.

The regulars such as Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Mohammed Siraj, etc., have been included in the squad while Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav and Yuzvendra Chahal have also been included in the team.&nbsp;

India Squad for T20 World Cup

Rohit Sharma (c), Yashashvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav,&nbsp;Rishabh Pant (wk), Sanju Samson (wk), Hardik Pandya (vc), Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal,&nbsp;Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj.

Reserves:&nbsp;Shubman Gill, Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, Avesh Khan

On Tuesday (April 30), the Ajit Agarkar-led BCCI selection committee announced India's 15-man squad for the 2024 T20 World Cup, to be held in the West Indies and USA in June.

On Tuesday (April 30), the Ajit Agarkar-led BCCI selection committee announced India's 15-man squad for the 2024 T20 World Cup, to be held in the West Indies and USA in June. Rohit Sharma will lead the national side while Hardik Pandya will be his deputy. Among the big names, both Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson have been included in the provisional squad, while KL Rahul has been left out. The likes of Rinku Singh and Shubman Gill have been named in the reserves. BCCI shared India's squad on their official handle on X, formerly Twitter. Here is the post: 🚨India’s squad for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 announced 🚨 Let's get ready to cheer for #TeamIndia #T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/jIxsYeJkYW — BCCI (@BCCI) April 30, 2024 × Talking about the squad, Rinku Singh -- who averages a whopping 89 and strikes at 176.23 in 15 T20Is -- and KL Rahul are the two big names to miss out. Rinku has done incredibly well in the limited chances he has got for Team India in the shortest format. However, Shivam Dube, Hardik and Ravindra Jadeja got the nod ahead of him. Dube has been in top form, both for India and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the past year and, hence, got rewarded. Meanwhile, Rahul was also in contention but missed out with Pant -- who made his return to competitive cricket during IPL 2024 -- and Samson edged past the former due to their form in the ongoing IPL season. Pant and Samson have been among runs in the 2024 edition, fourth and sixth-highest run-getter respectively, with a better strike-rate than Rahul. The regulars such as Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Mohammed Siraj, etc., have been included in the squad while Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav and Yuzvendra Chahal have also been included in the team. India Squad for T20 World Cup Rohit Sharma (c), Yashashvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant (wk), Sanju Samson (wk), Hardik Pandya (vc), Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj. Reserves: Shubman Gill, Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, Avesh Khan

T20 World Cup 2024: India’s squad to be led by Rohit Sharma; Pant and Samson in, Rahul out

England's 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup squad has been named with Jofra Archer returning to the side after being sidelined for over a year.&nbsp;The World Cup gets underway in the West Indies and the United States of America in June and England will be hoping to defend their title, having won the previous edition in Australia in 2022.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Archer, who has been struggling with injury issues in recent times last played for England in March 2023 during the Bangladesh tour and has been missing in action since then. Archer's return will provide a massive boost to England's chances, and will be aided by Chris Jordan.

The Surrey bowler had also been pushed to the periphery of the squad after being slogged around for plenty in the 2021 T20 World Cup semifinal against New Zealand.&nbsp;

Jos Buttler will lead the English contingent once again as Will Jacks, Phil Salt and Jonny Bairstow will comprise the top-order alongside him. Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone and Sam Curran have been slotted in the middle and lower middle-order while&nbsp;Adil Rashid will lead the spin attack flanked by Tom Hartley.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/icc-mens-t20-world-cup-2024-all-team-squad-india-nz-australia-england-pakistan-south-africa-west-indies-716322">Also read | ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024: Latest updates of all squads named so far</a>

<h2>England vs Pakistan series&nbsp;</h2>

The England men's selection panel said the preliminary WC squad announced will also take on Pakistan in the four-match T20 series that gets underway next month in Leeds.&nbsp;&nbsp;

England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has confirmed that owing to the Pakistan series, none of the English players, currently plying their trade in the Indian Premier League (IPL), will be available for the playoffs.&nbsp;

The World Cup squad will fly to the Caribbean on May 31 ahead of England’s opening group match against Scotland at the Kensington Oval, Barbados, on June 4.

Notably, according to ICC guidelines, all teams are allowed to make changes to their squad until May 25, after which&nbsp;any alteration will require approval from ICC's Event Technical Committee.

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England squad:

Jos Buttler (c), Moeen Ali, Jofra Archer, Jonathan Bairstow, Harry Brook, Sam Curran, Ben Duckett, Tom Hartley, Will Jacks, Chris Jordan, Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Reece Topley, Mark Wood

(With inputs from agencies)

England's 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup squad has been named with Jofra Archer returning to the side after being sidelined for over a year. The World Cup gets underway in the West Indies and the United States of America in June and England will be hoping to defend their title, having won the previous edition in Australia in 2022.

England's 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup squad has been named with Jofra Archer returning to the side after being sidelined for over a year. The World Cup gets underway in the West Indies and the United States of America in June and England will be hoping to defend their title, having won the previous edition in Australia in 2022. Archer, who has been struggling with injury issues in recent times last played for England in March 2023 during the Bangladesh tour and has been missing in action since then. Archer's return will provide a massive boost to England's chances, and will be aided by Chris Jordan. The Surrey bowler had also been pushed to the periphery of the squad after being slogged around for plenty in the 2021 T20 World Cup semifinal against New Zealand. Jos Buttler will lead the English contingent once again as Will Jacks, Phil Salt and Jonny Bairstow will comprise the top-order alongside him. Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone and Sam Curran have been slotted in the middle and lower middle-order while Adil Rashid will lead the spin attack flanked by Tom Hartley. Also read | ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024: Latest updates of all squads named so far England vs Pakistan series The England men's selection panel said the preliminary WC squad announced will also take on Pakistan in the four-match T20 series that gets underway next month in Leeds. England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has confirmed that owing to the Pakistan series, none of the English players, currently plying their trade in the Indian Premier League (IPL), will be available for the playoffs. The World Cup squad will fly to the Caribbean on May 31 ahead of England’s opening group match against Scotland at the Kensington Oval, Barbados, on June 4. Notably, according to ICC guidelines, all teams are allowed to make changes to their squad until May 25, after which any alteration will require approval from ICC's Event Technical Committee. Also read | T20 World Cup: No international return for Faf du Plessis as Anrich Nortje included in South Africa squad England squad: Jos Buttler (c), Moeen Ali, Jofra Archer, Jonathan Bairstow, Harry Brook, Sam Curran, Ben Duckett, Tom Hartley, Will Jacks, Chris Jordan, Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Reece Topley, Mark Wood (With inputs from agencies)

England’s T20 World Cup team announced: Jofra Archer returns to 15-member squad

New Zealand have named their 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup which starts in June first week. With the shortest format WC set to be played in the USA and Caribbean, the Kiwis have decided to keep the squad experienced instead of experimenting, said head coach Gary Stead.&nbsp;

"We expect the venues in the West Indies to offer quite varied conditions and feel we've selected a squad with the scope to adapt to those conditions," Stead said.

Only two players in the squad will be playing in their first T20 World Cup - pacer Matt Henry and batter Rachin Ravindra.

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"Matt has worked exceptionally hard on his skills across the phases of a T20 game to come back into selection consideration.

"Rachin has made every post a winner in the past 12 months and it was exciting to see him continue that trajectory over the summer in the T20 format against Australia," Stead said of their selection.

The squad will be led by Kane Williamson who returns after missing NZ's last two T20I series - the&nbsp;home series against Australia in February due to father duties and the recently played away series against Pakistan because of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Devon Conway also comes back to the squad after being ruled out of IPL 2024 with a thumb injury he sustained in the Australia series.

NZ had sent a depleted squad to Pakistan and only four players - Jimmy Neesham, Michael Bracewell, Ish Sodhi, and Mark Chapman - have made it to the World Cup squad.

Veteran bowler Tim Southee has also been included along with Trent Boult and Lockie Ferguson as well. Pacer Ben Sears has been named as the 16th man - the travelling reserve.

New Zealand T20 World Cup Full Squad: Kane Williamson (c), Finn Allen, Trent Boult, Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Daryl Mitchell, Jimmy Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner, Ish Sodhi, Tim Southee, Ben Sears (travelling reserve)

New Zealand have named their 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup which starts in June first week. With the shortest format WC set to be played in the USA and Caribbean, the Kiwis have decided to keep the squad experienced instead of experimenting, said head coach Gary Stead.

New Zealand have named their 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup which starts in June first week. With the shortest format WC set to be played in the USA and Caribbean, the Kiwis have decided to keep the squad experienced instead of experimenting, said head coach Gary Stead. "We expect the venues in the West Indies to offer quite varied conditions and feel we've selected a squad with the scope to adapt to those conditions," Stead said. Only two players in the squad will be playing in their first T20 World Cup - pacer Matt Henry and batter Rachin Ravindra. Also Read: Lahore, Rawalpindi among three venues PCB proposes for 2025 Champions Trophy at home "Matt has worked exceptionally hard on his skills across the phases of a T20 game to come back into selection consideration. "Rachin has made every post a winner in the past 12 months and it was exciting to see him continue that trajectory over the summer in the T20 format against Australia," Stead said of their selection. The squad will be led by Kane Williamson who returns after missing NZ's last two T20I series - the home series against Australia in February due to father duties and the recently played away series against Pakistan because of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Devon Conway also comes back to the squad after being ruled out of IPL 2024 with a thumb injury he sustained in the Australia series. NZ had sent a depleted squad to Pakistan and only four players - Jimmy Neesham, Michael Bracewell, Ish Sodhi, and Mark Chapman - have made it to the World Cup squad. Veteran bowler Tim Southee has also been included along with Trent Boult and Lockie Ferguson as well. Pacer Ben Sears has been named as the 16th man - the travelling reserve. New Zealand T20 World Cup Full Squad: Kane Williamson (c), Finn Allen, Trent Boult, Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Daryl Mitchell, Jimmy Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner, Ish Sodhi, Tim Southee, Ben Sears (travelling reserve)

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Former Indian cricketer,&nbsp;and BCCI chief selector, Kris Srikkanth believes Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) star Rinku Singh will certainly be selected in India's final T20 World Cup squad. It is to be noted that the Ajit Agarkar-led BCCI selection committee are likely to announce the provisional squad on May 1, i.e. the deadline for all the participating teams. Ahead of the team announcement, Srikkanth lauded Rinku and said that he has proven himself in every opportunity presented and should 'get the visa' for West Indies and USA -- the co-hosts for the mega event in June.&nbsp;

<h2>'Rinku Singh is a certainty in my 15. His international record is amazing'</h2>

Rinku has had a great start to his T20I career, amassing 356 runs in 15 games at a blistering strike-rate of 176.23. Thus, Srikkanth said on Star&nbsp;Sports Press Room Show, "A classic example is Rinku Singh. Rinku Singh is a certainty in my 15. He hasn't got that many opportunities to bat in the IPL but you see his international track record, it's an amazing track record. Amazing track record in South Africa and with every opportunity he has got. So Rinku Singh has to be a certainty in the 15. But if we go by recent form or opportunities, he hasn't got enough opportunities."

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He further added, "End of the day you've to forget who the player is and look at what is his track record. Is he a great player, is a deadly player, is he fit? So Rinku Singh has to be a certainty, he has to get the Visa and he will fasten his seat belt to take the flight to the United States to play the game as one of the 15 members in the side."

At present, Rinku is involved in the IPL 2024 edition, playing for the two-time winners KKR. He hasn't had much opportunities with the bat and has&nbsp;112 runs in eight games at a strike&nbsp;rate of 157.75. Overall, he has&nbsp;837 runs in the IPL, in&nbsp;39 games, at an average of&nbsp;33.48 and strike-rate of&nbsp;144.06.

Shreyas Iyer-led KKR host the Delhi Capitals (DC) in match 47 of IPL 2024 on Monday evening (April 29), at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata.&nbsp;

Former Indian cricketer, and BCCI chief selector, Kris Srikkanth believes Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) star Rinku Singh will certainly be selected in India's final T20 World Cup squad.

Former Indian cricketer, and BCCI chief selector, Kris Srikkanth believes Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) star Rinku Singh will certainly be selected in India's final T20 World Cup squad. It is to be noted that the Ajit Agarkar-led BCCI selection committee are likely to announce the provisional squad on May 1, i.e. the deadline for all the participating teams. Ahead of the team announcement, Srikkanth lauded Rinku and said that he has proven himself in every opportunity presented and should 'get the visa' for West Indies and USA -- the co-hosts for the mega event in June. 'Rinku Singh is a certainty in my 15. His international record is amazing' Rinku has had a great start to his T20I career, amassing 356 runs in 15 games at a blistering strike-rate of 176.23. Thus, Srikkanth said on Star Sports Press Room Show, "A classic example is Rinku Singh. Rinku Singh is a certainty in my 15. He hasn't got that many opportunities to bat in the IPL but you see his international track record, it's an amazing track record. Amazing track record in South Africa and with every opportunity he has got. So Rinku Singh has to be a certainty in the 15. But if we go by recent form or opportunities, he hasn't got enough opportunities." Also read: 'Won't be in my team': Sehwag on Ashwin's lack of wickets; says RR star might go unsold in IPL 2025 auction He further added, "End of the day you've to forget who the player is and look at what is his track record. Is he a great player, is a deadly player, is he fit? So Rinku Singh has to be a certainty, he has to get the Visa and he will fasten his seat belt to take the flight to the United States to play the game as one of the 15 members in the side." At present, Rinku is involved in the IPL 2024 edition, playing for the two-time winners KKR. He hasn't had much opportunities with the bat and has 112 runs in eight games at a strike rate of 157.75. Overall, he has 837 runs in the IPL, in 39 games, at an average of 33.48 and strike-rate of 144.06. Shreyas Iyer-led KKR host the Delhi Capitals (DC) in match 47 of IPL 2024 on Monday evening (April 29), at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata.

Rinku Singh is a certainty in India's final T20 World Cup squad, says former Indian chief selector

Virat Kohli has lashed out at critics after his match-winning knock helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) keep their slim playoff hopes alive. Speaking after the match where he hammered 70 runs in 44 balls to engineer a tricky 201-run chase, Kohli called out those sitting in the stands and questioning his strike rate and intent against spin bowling.&nbsp;

Kohli's innings was responsible for Will Jacks being able to play himself into form and eventually hit his maiden hundred that completely deflated the Gujarat Titans bowling lineup.&nbsp;

"Not really, I think all the people who talk about strike rates and me not playing spin well are the ones who love talking about this stuff. But, for me, it's about winning the game for the team. And there is a reason you have done this for 15 years," Kohli said after his match-winning knock against Gujarat.

"You have done this, day in and day out. You have won games for your team. And I am not quite sure if you have not been in that situation yourself, to sit and speak about the game from a box," he added.&nbsp;

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<h2>Kind of muscle memory</h2>

Kohli alongside captain Faf du Plessis began the chase in a stunning manner by adding 40 for the first wicket inside four wickets.&nbsp;Faf’s&nbsp;wicket brought the English all-rounder Jacks to the crease, and then&nbsp;the duo unleashed carnage.&nbsp;

"I don't think it's the same thing. For me, it's about doing the job for the team. People can sit and talk about their own ideas and assumptions of the game. But those who have done it, day in and day out, they know what they are doing. It's kind of muscle memory for me," Kohli said.

Kohli's spot in the T20 World Cup squad has been subject of intense scrutiny since the start of the IPL season. Despite being the leading run-scorer in the tournament, critics have gone after Kohli, arguing that the former Indian captain did not have the power game to take up a spot in the top order.&nbsp;

There have been rumours swirling around that the selectors were looking beyond Kohli for the marquee tournament. However, the superlative form displayed by Kohli means that selectors will have to take a huge call if they are to drop him from the squad.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Virat Kohli has lashed out at critics after his match-winning knock helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) keep their slim playoff hopes alive. Speaking after the match where he hammered 70 runs in 44 balls to engineer a tricky 201-run chase, Kohli called out those sitting in the stands and questioning his strike rate and intent against spin bowling.

Virat Kohli has lashed out at critics after his match-winning knock helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) keep their slim playoff hopes alive. Speaking after the match where he hammered 70 runs in 44 balls to engineer a tricky 201-run chase, Kohli called out those sitting in the stands and questioning his strike rate and intent against spin bowling. Kohli's innings was responsible for Will Jacks being able to play himself into form and eventually hit his maiden hundred that completely deflated the Gujarat Titans bowling lineup. "Not really, I think all the people who talk about strike rates and me not playing spin well are the ones who love talking about this stuff. But, for me, it's about winning the game for the team. And there is a reason you have done this for 15 years," Kohli said after his match-winning knock against Gujarat. "You have done this, day in and day out. You have won games for your team. And I am not quite sure if you have not been in that situation yourself, to sit and speak about the game from a box," he added. Also read | IPL 2024: 6,6,4,6,6 - Will Jacks dismantles Rashid Khan to bring up maiden 100 for RCB | Watch Kind of muscle memory Kohli alongside captain Faf du Plessis began the chase in a stunning manner by adding 40 for the first wicket inside four wickets. Faf’s wicket brought the English all-rounder Jacks to the crease, and then the duo unleashed carnage. "I don't think it's the same thing. For me, it's about doing the job for the team. People can sit and talk about their own ideas and assumptions of the game. But those who have done it, day in and day out, they know what they are doing. It's kind of muscle memory for me," Kohli said. Kohli's spot in the T20 World Cup squad has been subject of intense scrutiny since the start of the IPL season. Despite being the leading run-scorer in the tournament, critics have gone after Kohli, arguing that the former Indian captain did not have the power game to take up a spot in the top order. There have been rumours swirling around that the selectors were looking beyond Kohli for the marquee tournament. However, the superlative form displayed by Kohli means that selectors will have to take a huge call if they are to drop him from the squad. (With inputs from agencies)

‘People can sit and talk,’ Virat Kohli lashes out at ‘strike-rate’ critics ahead of World Cup squad selection

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