Team India's Asia Cup squad was announced on August 8 (Monday) by the BCCI selection committee. The Rohit Sharma-led line-up saw the return of senior pros Virat Kohli and vice-captain KL Rahul but Jasprit Bumrah's absence stunned one and all as the premier pacer has sustained a back injury.&nbsp;

Thus, Rohit &amp; Co. will be without Bumrah for the forthcoming Asian championship, to be held in the UAE from August 27-September 11. The speedster is&nbsp;now undergoing rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy (NCA), Bengaluru and no date has been set for his return. As per a report, it seems Bumrah's comeback won't be anytime soon, and might also miss the 2022 T20 World Cup.

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Speaking to InsideSport, a BCCI official has claimed that Bumrah needs to be managed very carefully. "Yes, it’s concerning. He is back in rehab and will get the best medical advice available. The problem is it’s his old injury and that is what is concerning. We have just two months left for the World Cup and he has got this injury at the worst possible time. We are closely monitoring his condition. He is the best bowler in cricket and needs to be carefully managed,” an official told.

Needless to say, Bumrah will be missed in the upcoming Asia Cup, which will be played in the shortest format for the second time in the tournament history. India kick off their campaign versus arch-rival Pakistan on August 28, in Dubai, and will hope to go the distance as the competition will be an ideal dress rehearsal for the T20 World Cup, to be held in Australia from October-November.

Team India's Asia Cup squad was announced on August 8 (Monday) by the BCCI selection committee. The Rohit Sharma-led line-up saw the return of senior pros Virat Kohli and vice-captain KL Rahul but Jasprit Bumrah's absence stunned one and all as the premier pacer has sustained a back injury.

Team India's Asia Cup squad was announced on August 8 (Monday) by the BCCI selection committee. The Rohit Sharma-led line-up saw the return of senior pros Virat Kohli and vice-captain KL Rahul but Jasprit Bumrah's absence stunned one and all as the premier pacer has sustained a back injury. Thus, Rohit & Co. will be without Bumrah for the forthcoming Asian championship, to be held in the UAE from August 27-September 11. The speedster is now undergoing rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy (NCA), Bengaluru and no date has been set for his return. As per a report, it seems Bumrah's comeback won't be anytime soon, and might also miss the 2022 T20 World Cup. ALSO READ | 'How can he come in this team?': Ex-chief selector on star player's inclusion in India squad for Asia Cup Speaking to InsideSport, a BCCI official has claimed that Bumrah needs to be managed very carefully. "Yes, it’s concerning. He is back in rehab and will get the best medical advice available. The problem is it’s his old injury and that is what is concerning. We have just two months left for the World Cup and he has got this injury at the worst possible time. We are closely monitoring his condition. He is the best bowler in cricket and needs to be carefully managed,” an official told. Needless to say, Bumrah will be missed in the upcoming Asia Cup, which will be played in the shortest format for the second time in the tournament history. India kick off their campaign versus arch-rival Pakistan on August 28, in Dubai, and will hope to go the distance as the competition will be an ideal dress rehearsal for the T20 World Cup, to be held in Australia from October-November.

After missing out on Asia Cup, Jasprit Bumrah could also be ruled out of T20 World Cup: Report

Virat Kohli, who was rested for the white-ball tour of West Indies, is all set to return to action for Team India during the forthcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition. The upcoming showpiece event will be held in the UAE, with Sri Lanka as hosts, and will be played in the shortest format -- for the second time in the tournament history -- as a dress rehearsal for the 2022 T20 World Cup (from October-November).

The Indian cricket loyalists will be desperate to see Kohli return to form, who has been struggling for quite a while. He didn't score a single half-century in the England tour, had an ordinary run in IPL 2022 and his century-drought continues since late 2019. However, former Indian opener-turned-commentator Aakash Chopra feels Kohli will benefit from India's new-found aggressive batting approach in T20Is.

"Doesn’t matter if he (Kohli) scores a 40 or 70 because everybody has a role to play. There’s synergy in every player; regardless of the position he bats at, you are just going hell for leather. If that’s the mindset, then it’s going to be a lot easier for Kohli," said Chopra on Star Sports.

"It’s the perfect set-up. The kind of cricket India is playing at the moment, the team doesn’t expect Kohli to score 70 or a 100 or finish the game. You just come and play your game, that’s more than enough," added Chopra.

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The 33-year-old Kohli will still be eager to get a big score under his belt to ease some pressure on his shoulders ahead of the T20 World Cup in Australia. Meanwhile, India will begin their Asia Cup campaign versus arch-rivals Pakistan on August 28. The tournament will kick off on August 27 and the finale will be held on September 11.

Squad:&nbsp;Rohit Sharma (c), KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Dinesh Karthik, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, R. Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Arshdeep Singh, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Deepak Hooda, Yuzvendra Chahal

Stand-by players:&nbsp;Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel and Deepak Chahar have been named as standbys.

Virat Kohli, who was rested for the white-ball tour of West Indies, is all set to return to action for Team India during the forthcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition. The upcoming showpiece event will be held in the UAE, with Sri Lanka as hosts, and will be played in the shortest format -- for the second time in the tournament history -- as a dress rehearsal for the 2022 T20 World Cup (from October-November).

Virat Kohli, who was rested for the white-ball tour of West Indies, is all set to return to action for Team India during the forthcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition. The upcoming showpiece event will be held in the UAE, with Sri Lanka as hosts, and will be played in the shortest format -- for the second time in the tournament history -- as a dress rehearsal for the 2022 T20 World Cup (from October-November). The Indian cricket loyalists will be desperate to see Kohli return to form, who has been struggling for quite a while. He didn't score a single half-century in the England tour, had an ordinary run in IPL 2022 and his century-drought continues since late 2019. However, former Indian opener-turned-commentator Aakash Chopra feels Kohli will benefit from India's new-found aggressive batting approach in T20Is. "Doesn’t matter if he (Kohli) scores a 40 or 70 because everybody has a role to play. There’s synergy in every player; regardless of the position he bats at, you are just going hell for leather. If that’s the mindset, then it’s going to be a lot easier for Kohli," said Chopra on Star Sports. "It’s the perfect set-up. The kind of cricket India is playing at the moment, the team doesn’t expect Kohli to score 70 or a 100 or finish the game. You just come and play your game, that’s more than enough," added Chopra. ALSO READ | 'MS Dhoni's dropping percentage was 21' - Former Pakistan captain's big claim on India legend's keeping skills The 33-year-old Kohli will still be eager to get a big score under his belt to ease some pressure on his shoulders ahead of the T20 World Cup in Australia. Meanwhile, India will begin their Asia Cup campaign versus arch-rivals Pakistan on August 28. The tournament will kick off on August 27 and the finale will be held on September 11. Squad: Rohit Sharma (c), KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Dinesh Karthik, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, R. Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Arshdeep Singh, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Deepak Hooda, Yuzvendra Chahal Stand-by players: Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel and Deepak Chahar have been named as standbys.

'You are just going hell...' - Aakash Chopra explains how Virat Kohli will benefit from India's new approach

Arshdeep Singh has been climbing up the ladder for Team India ever since his international debut. After impressing one and all with his skills, a steady head and ability to bowl in the powerplays as well as during the death overs, the 23-year-old has been able to replicate the same so far while donning the India jersey.

Thus, Arshdeep's stocks have risen in the recent past. In the just-concluded India-West Indies T20Is, in the Caribbean island, the left-arm pacer returned with the Player-of-the-Series award, with seven wickets at an average of&nbsp;16.14. He was exceptional in the death overs and has been included in the Asia Cup 2022 squad. Former Indian cricketer-turned-expert Sanjay Manjrekar feels Arshdeep is slightly above Avesh Khan in the pecking order at present with regard to the T20 World Cup squad selection.

"So, a race going on to clamour to get those seats on business class to Australia. And that's where I think you would have to say Arshdeep Singh has overtaken Avesh Khan. Avesh Khan is slightly behind there and that is something that's very interesting. You know this is a real competition going on for sports. Arshdeep Singh has certainly taken a little lead over Avesh Khan because he's doing exactly what is what Avesh Khan's role is - to go with the new ball in the middle and in the death as well,” Manjrekar told&nbsp;Sports 18.

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On the other hand, former keeper-batter Kiron More said&nbsp;on Star Sports show Follow The Blues. "I’m also happy for Arshdeep Singh (for his Asia Cup selection). He has been performing well in the IPL, against West Indies, where he was the Player of the Series and bowled well. We were in search of a left-arm bowler, who we have found in Arshdeep Singh."

Arshdeep will surely like to repeat his heroics in the forthcoming Asian championship to seal his T20 WC spot as the mega event will kick off later this year, in October-November.
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Arshdeep Singh has been climbing up the ladder for Team India ever since his international debut. After impressing one and all with his skills, a steady head and ability to bowl in the powerplays as well as during the death overs, the 23-year-old has been able to replicate the same so far while donning the India jersey.

Arshdeep Singh has been climbing up the ladder for Team India ever since his international debut. After impressing one and all with his skills, a steady head and ability to bowl in the powerplays as well as during the death overs, the 23-year-old has been able to replicate the same so far while donning the India jersey. Thus, Arshdeep's stocks have risen in the recent past. In the just-concluded India-West Indies T20Is, in the Caribbean island, the left-arm pacer returned with the Player-of-the-Series award, with seven wickets at an average of 16.14. He was exceptional in the death overs and has been included in the Asia Cup 2022 squad. Former Indian cricketer-turned-expert Sanjay Manjrekar feels Arshdeep is slightly above Avesh Khan in the pecking order at present with regard to the T20 World Cup squad selection. "So, a race going on to clamour to get those seats on business class to Australia. And that's where I think you would have to say Arshdeep Singh has overtaken Avesh Khan. Avesh Khan is slightly behind there and that is something that's very interesting. You know this is a real competition going on for sports. Arshdeep Singh has certainly taken a little lead over Avesh Khan because he's doing exactly what is what Avesh Khan's role is - to go with the new ball in the middle and in the death as well,” Manjrekar told Sports 18. ALSO READ | 'MS Dhoni's dropping percentage was 21' - Former Pakistan captain's big claim on India legend's keeping skills On the other hand, former keeper-batter Kiron More said on Star Sports show Follow The Blues. "I’m also happy for Arshdeep Singh (for his Asia Cup selection). He has been performing well in the IPL, against West Indies, where he was the Player of the Series and bowled well. We were in search of a left-arm bowler, who we have found in Arshdeep Singh." Arshdeep will surely like to repeat his heroics in the forthcoming Asian championship to seal his T20 WC spot as the mega event will kick off later this year, in October-November.

'He has little lead over Avesh Khan' - Manjrekar on young pacer ahead of India's T20 WC squad selection

During MS Dhoni's captaincy era, there were several reports of an alleged rift between his deputy Virender Sehwag and him. Before the commencement of the 2009 T20 World Cup, there was a lot said and written about Dhoni-Sehwag's equation in the media.&nbsp;

Thus, prior to the then defending champions India's opening clash -- versus Bangladesh -- in the second edition of the T20 WC, in England, Dhoni pulled off another unorthodox move and attended a press conference with the entire Team India players.&nbsp;

While Sehwag and the other&nbsp;members remained standing, Dhoni took a seat&nbsp;and read the official statement of the team, clearing the air&nbsp;regarding the alleged rift.

“Recent reports in the Indian media of a rift between myself and Sehwag amounts to nothing but false and irresponsible media reporting,” the statement read. “Our fans and supporters can take confidence from the wonderful unity that continues to exist in the team," it further added.&nbsp;

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The entire rift rumours had got elevated when a reporter had inquired about Sehwag's fitness to Dhoni prior to the 2009 showpiece event. "Whatever is related to the fitness, you will get from the BCCI", Dhoni had replied. On being&nbsp;probed further, the keeper-batter replied,&nbsp;"I am not saying anything on that”,&nbsp;while even admitting he was very aware of the status of the injury.

For the unversed, Sehwag didn't play a single game for India in the 2009 T20 WC, where the Men in Blue bowed out in the Super Eight round.

During MS Dhoni's captaincy era, there were several reports of an alleged rift between his deputy Virender Sehwag and him. Before the commencement of the 2009 T20 World Cup, there was a lot said and written about Dhoni-Sehwag's equation in the media.

During MS Dhoni's captaincy era, there were several reports of an alleged rift between his deputy Virender Sehwag and him. Before the commencement of the 2009 T20 World Cup, there was a lot said and written about Dhoni-Sehwag's equation in the media. Thus, prior to the then defending champions India's opening clash -- versus Bangladesh -- in the second edition of the T20 WC, in England, Dhoni pulled off another unorthodox move and attended a press conference with the entire Team India players. While Sehwag and the other members remained standing, Dhoni took a seat and read the official statement of the team, clearing the air regarding the alleged rift. “Recent reports in the Indian media of a rift between myself and Sehwag amounts to nothing but false and irresponsible media reporting,” the statement read. “Our fans and supporters can take confidence from the wonderful unity that continues to exist in the team," it further added. ALSO READ | 'MS Dhoni's dropping percentage was 21' - Former Pakistan captain's big claim on India legend's keeping skills The entire rift rumours had got elevated when a reporter had inquired about Sehwag's fitness to Dhoni prior to the 2009 showpiece event. "Whatever is related to the fitness, you will get from the BCCI", Dhoni had replied. On being probed further, the keeper-batter replied, "I am not saying anything on that”, while even admitting he was very aware of the status of the injury. For the unversed, Sehwag didn't play a single game for India in the 2009 T20 WC, where the Men in Blue bowed out in the Super Eight round.

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Virat Kohli and vice-captain KL Rahul have returned to the Indian team as the BCCI has announced a 15-member squad for the forthcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition, which will get underway in the UAE from August 27.&nbsp;

The Rohit Sharma-led Indian squad sees the comeback of Kohli, who missed the entire West Indies tour due to rest, whereas opener Rahul has also returned after suffering a groin injury and being infected by Covid-19. Meanwhile, the defending champions have been dealt with a huge blow as their premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out.

In a tweet from the official handle of the BCCI, it wrote, "Jasprit Bumrah and Harshal Patel were not available for selection owing to injuries. They are currently undergoing rehab at the NCA in Bengaluru."

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Thus, India will go with three frontline seamers in the form of Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Arshdeep Singh, Avesh Khan with all-rounder Hardik Pandya being the fourth pacer. Thus, all the onus will be on Bhuvi's shoulders whereas Rohit &amp; Co. will hope for Hardik to provide regular breakthroughs. Among the main batters, Rohit, Suryakumar Yadav, Rahul, Kohli, wicketkeeper-batters Rishabh Pant, Dinesh Karthik and Hardik will spearhead the department.

Hardik, Deepak Hooda, Ravindra Jadeja, R Ashwin are the main all-rounders. The spin department will be headed by Ashwin, Jaddu, Yuzvendra Chahal, Ravi Bishnoi whereas Hooda can also chip in with a few overs of spin. There are also three standby players such as Shreyas Iyer, Deepak Chahar and Axar Patel (who had a terrific tour of West Indies).

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Squad: Rohit Sharma (c), KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Dinesh Karthik, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, R. Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Arshdeep Singh, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Deepak Hooda, Yuzvendra Chahal

Stand-by players:&nbsp;Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel and Deepak Chahar have been named as standbys.

Virat Kohli and vice-captain KL Rahul have returned to the Indian team as the BCCI has announced a 15-member squad for the forthcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition, which will get underway in the UAE from August 27.

Virat Kohli and vice-captain KL Rahul have returned to the Indian team as the BCCI has announced a 15-member squad for the forthcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition, which will get underway in the UAE from August 27. The Rohit Sharma-led Indian squad sees the comeback of Kohli, who missed the entire West Indies tour due to rest, whereas opener Rahul has also returned after suffering a groin injury and being infected by Covid-19. Meanwhile, the defending champions have been dealt with a huge blow as their premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out. In a tweet from the official handle of the BCCI, it wrote, "Jasprit Bumrah and Harshal Patel were not available for selection owing to injuries. They are currently undergoing rehab at the NCA in Bengaluru." ALSO READ | WATCH: Rohit Sharma gives inspiring speech after India end West Indies tour with 4-1 win in T20Is Thus, India will go with three frontline seamers in the form of Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Arshdeep Singh, Avesh Khan with all-rounder Hardik Pandya being the fourth pacer. Thus, all the onus will be on Bhuvi's shoulders whereas Rohit & Co. will hope for Hardik to provide regular breakthroughs. Among the main batters, Rohit, Suryakumar Yadav, Rahul, Kohli, wicketkeeper-batters Rishabh Pant, Dinesh Karthik and Hardik will spearhead the department. Hardik, Deepak Hooda, Ravindra Jadeja, R Ashwin are the main all-rounders. The spin department will be headed by Ashwin, Jaddu, Yuzvendra Chahal, Ravi Bishnoi whereas Hooda can also chip in with a few overs of spin. There are also three standby players such as Shreyas Iyer, Deepak Chahar and Axar Patel (who had a terrific tour of West Indies). ALSO READ | Where should Virat Kohli bat? Ex-Indian stumper shares his preferred slot for star batter ahead of Asia Cup Squad: Rohit Sharma (c), KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Dinesh Karthik, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, R. Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Arshdeep Singh, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Deepak Hooda, Yuzvendra Chahal Stand-by players: Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel and Deepak Chahar have been named as standbys.

Virat Kohli, KL Rahul return in Jasprit Bumrah-less Team India squad for Asia Cup 2022

Team India ended their tour of the West Indies on a high by winning the five T20Is 4-1. Coming into the fifth and final encounter, on Sunday (August 07), India had already attained an unassailable lead and thrashed the Nicholas Pooran-led Windies by 88 runs in the series finale to stamp their authority.

Thus, India ended their successful white-ball tour of West Indies by whitewashing the three ODIs, under Shikhar Dhawan, and winning the T20Is with ease as well. Now, the focus shifts to the Asia Cup, from August 28, before the T20 World Cup in October-November in Australia. After the end of the tour, captain Rohit gave an inspiring speech in&nbsp;India's&nbsp;dressing room.

"It takes a lot to change your game. It takes a lot to get into a different mindset. It takes a lot to understand what the team requires at every point in time. For me, individual brilliance is good, but those little little efforts from all of us is what will give us more results, consistently, and that is what we are going to focus on," Hitman stated. Here's the video, shared by BCCI's official Twitter handle:

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The likes of Suryakumar Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Avesh Khan, Axar Patel, etc. had a memorable run in the five T20Is whereas the three ODIs also saw the likes of Shubman Gill, Sanju Samson, Shreyas Iyer, etc. do well along with crucial contributions from Hardik Pandya, Dinesh Karthik, Rohit, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, R Ashwin, etc.

The BCCI selection committee will now soon announce the Indian squad for the Asia Cup, which will be played in the T20I format as a dress rehearsal for the marquee event in Australia later this year.

Team India ended their tour of the West Indies on a high by winning the five T20Is 4-1. Coming into the fifth and final encounter, on Sunday (August 07), India had already attained an unassailable lead and thrashed the Nicholas Pooran-led Windies by 88 runs in the series finale to stamp their authority.

Team India ended their tour of the West Indies on a high by winning the five T20Is 4-1. Coming into the fifth and final encounter, on Sunday (August 07), India had already attained an unassailable lead and thrashed the Nicholas Pooran-led Windies by 88 runs in the series finale to stamp their authority. Thus, India ended their successful white-ball tour of West Indies by whitewashing the three ODIs, under Shikhar Dhawan, and winning the T20Is with ease as well. Now, the focus shifts to the Asia Cup, from August 28, before the T20 World Cup in October-November in Australia. After the end of the tour, captain Rohit gave an inspiring speech in India's dressing room. "It takes a lot to change your game. It takes a lot to get into a different mindset. It takes a lot to understand what the team requires at every point in time. For me, individual brilliance is good, but those little little efforts from all of us is what will give us more results, consistently, and that is what we are going to focus on," Hitman stated. Here's the video, shared by BCCI's official Twitter handle: Dressing room POV! 👌 👌 𝗗𝗢 𝗡𝗢𝗧 𝗠𝗜𝗦𝗦: Captain @ImRo45's speech after #TeamIndia's successful tour of the West Indies & USA. 👏 👏 - By @28anand Watch the special feature 🎥 🔽https://t.co/m0C5nsgJDG pic.twitter.com/qKsm6hRuEJ — BCCI (@BCCI) August 8, 2022 × ALSO READ | 'Yeah, why not?': Hardik Pandya on becoming Indian team's permanent captain in future The likes of Suryakumar Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Avesh Khan, Axar Patel, etc. had a memorable run in the five T20Is whereas the three ODIs also saw the likes of Shubman Gill, Sanju Samson, Shreyas Iyer, etc. do well along with crucial contributions from Hardik Pandya, Dinesh Karthik, Rohit, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, R Ashwin, etc. The BCCI selection committee will now soon announce the Indian squad for the Asia Cup, which will be played in the T20I format as a dress rehearsal for the marquee event in Australia later this year.

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Mohammed Shami remains one of India's finest pacers in the modern era. A regular in the Test and ODI line-up, Shami hasn't played a lot of T20Is prior to and even before the last year's World Cup, held in the UAE. Before represting India in the 2021 T20 WC, Shami's last appearance in the format came in December 2020.

Before the 2022 T20 World Cup, to be held in Australia, Shami has reportedly been informed by the BCCI selection committee that he isn't in consideration for T20Is. As per a report in Inside Sport, the selectors want to continue with Shami in Tests and ODIs, however, they want to try youngsters in the shortest format of the game.

“Shami isn’t getting any younger and we need him fresh for Tests. That is why he is not being considered for T20s. We have had a chat with him post-T20 World Cup on his workload management. This is how it is going to be now. For now, he is not in plans for T20s and the focus will be on youngsters,” a member of the selection committee told the portal.

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Shami last played T20 cricket during IPL 2022, where he was part of the Hardik Pandya-led Gujarat Titans (GT) camp. The 31-year-old returned with 20 wickets in 16 games, at an average of 18.30, and ended with sixth-most wickets overall.&nbsp;

The Indian seamer has so far played just 17 T20Is in his international career since 2014. Shami's case is similar to that of opener Shikhar Dhawan, who has also been sidelined from Tests and T20Is but remains in the scheme of things in ODIs. The idea behind such a decision also has to do with the players' workload management.

Mohammed Shami remains one of India's finest pacers in the modern era. A regular in the Test and ODI line-up, Shami hasn't played a lot of T20Is prior to and even before the last year's World Cup, held in the UAE.

Mohammed Shami remains one of India's finest pacers in the modern era. A regular in the Test and ODI line-up, Shami hasn't played a lot of T20Is prior to and even before the last year's World Cup, held in the UAE. Before represting India in the 2021 T20 WC, Shami's last appearance in the format came in December 2020. Before the 2022 T20 World Cup, to be held in Australia, Shami has reportedly been informed by the BCCI selection committee that he isn't in consideration for T20Is. As per a report in Inside Sport, the selectors want to continue with Shami in Tests and ODIs, however, they want to try youngsters in the shortest format of the game. “Shami isn’t getting any younger and we need him fresh for Tests. That is why he is not being considered for T20s. We have had a chat with him post-T20 World Cup on his workload management. This is how it is going to be now. For now, he is not in plans for T20s and the focus will be on youngsters,” a member of the selection committee told the portal. ALSO READ | 'Saw the same with Gavaskar-Kapil, Ganguly-Sachin' - BCCI treasurer shares take on Kohli vs Rohit debate Shami last played T20 cricket during IPL 2022, where he was part of the Hardik Pandya-led Gujarat Titans (GT) camp. The 31-year-old returned with 20 wickets in 16 games, at an average of 18.30, and ended with sixth-most wickets overall. The Indian seamer has so far played just 17 T20Is in his international career since 2014. Shami's case is similar to that of opener Shikhar Dhawan, who has also been sidelined from Tests and T20Is but remains in the scheme of things in ODIs. The idea behind such a decision also has to do with the players' workload management.

Mohammed Shami not part of Team India's T20I plans, confirms BCCI selection committee member

KL Rahul, India's vice-captain, has been out of action since end of IPL 2022. Rahul played the entire IPL 15 edition, where he led debutants Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to the playoffs, before a groin injury led to him missing the home T20Is versus South Africa and the entire England and Ireland tour. After recovering from the injury, he tested positive for Covid-19 and missed out on the ongoing white-ball tour of West Indies as well.

Thus, Rahul's last international appearance came in February 2022. Thus, the 30-year-old is facing a tough period whereas the Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue are preparing hard for the forthcoming T20 World Cup in Australia, to be held in October-November. Recently, former New Zealand all-rounder Scott Styris shared his take on Rahul and fears that the dashing opener might not reclaim his spot so easily as his absence has led to many other players getting opportunities and making the most of their chances (such as Rishabh Pant, Suryakumar Yadav, etc.)

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“It's a different mindset for players because they don't want to be out and they don't want to be giving other players opportunities. I know India has a very good culture within its group, so it doesn't mind allowing other players opportunities all the time,” Styris said&nbsp;while speaking on Sports18’s daily sports news show ‘Sports Over The Top’.

“I know as a player myself, you never wanted to give somebody else a chance to take your spot. So with the fact that he's out injured and he's away from the team at the moment, it just means that other players are able to do what Suryakumar is doing, what Rishabh Pant is doing, getting in there, taking the chance scoring runs and really posing the selectors some questions saying, do we actually need KL Rahul?"

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“Is he going to be in good form when he comes back? He has missed a lot of cricket, a lot of question marks now present themselves just because he's been able to give other players that opportunity,” Styris&nbsp;added.

Rahul was India's leading run-getter in last year's T20 World Cup, held in the UAE. He ended with 194 runs at 152.75 along with three half-centuries. Even in this year's IPL, the right-hander returned with 616 runs (second-most overall). While others have made the most of his absence, he remains a vital cog for India across formats.

Will he find it tough to regain his spot heading into the T20 WC Down Under? Only time will tell...

KL Rahul, India's vice-captain, has been out of action since end of IPL 2022. Rahul played the entire IPL 15 edition, where he led debutants Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to the playoffs, before a groin injury led to him missing the home T20Is versus South Africa and the entire England and Ireland tour.

KL Rahul, India's vice-captain, has been out of action since end of IPL 2022. Rahul played the entire IPL 15 edition, where he led debutants Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to the playoffs, before a groin injury led to him missing the home T20Is versus South Africa and the entire England and Ireland tour. After recovering from the injury, he tested positive for Covid-19 and missed out on the ongoing white-ball tour of West Indies as well. Thus, Rahul's last international appearance came in February 2022. Thus, the 30-year-old is facing a tough period whereas the Rohit Sharma-led Men in Blue are preparing hard for the forthcoming T20 World Cup in Australia, to be held in October-November. Recently, former New Zealand all-rounder Scott Styris shared his take on Rahul and fears that the dashing opener might not reclaim his spot so easily as his absence has led to many other players getting opportunities and making the most of their chances (such as Rishabh Pant, Suryakumar Yadav, etc.) ALSO READ | R Sridhar recalls MS Dhoni's 'brilliant move' ahead of Team India's 2013 Champions Trophy win “It's a different mindset for players because they don't want to be out and they don't want to be giving other players opportunities. I know India has a very good culture within its group, so it doesn't mind allowing other players opportunities all the time,” Styris said while speaking on Sports18’s daily sports news show ‘Sports Over The Top’. “I know as a player myself, you never wanted to give somebody else a chance to take your spot. So with the fact that he's out injured and he's away from the team at the moment, it just means that other players are able to do what Suryakumar is doing, what Rishabh Pant is doing, getting in there, taking the chance scoring runs and really posing the selectors some questions saying, do we actually need KL Rahul?" ALSO READ | 'I don't want to lead': BCCI treasurer reveals it was Virat Kohli's decision to leave India captaincy “Is he going to be in good form when he comes back? He has missed a lot of cricket, a lot of question marks now present themselves just because he's been able to give other players that opportunity,” Styris added. Rahul was India's leading run-getter in last year's T20 World Cup, held in the UAE. He ended with 194 runs at 152.75 along with three half-centuries. Even in this year's IPL, the right-hander returned with 616 runs (second-most overall). While others have made the most of his absence, he remains a vital cog for India across formats. Will he find it tough to regain his spot heading into the T20 WC Down Under? Only time will tell...

'He has....' - Former NZ all-rounder fears for KL Rahul's comeback in Team India ahead of T20 WC

Team India is preparing hard for the forthcoming 2022 T20 World Cup, which will be held in Australia from October-November. Rohit Sharma &amp; Co. are finalising their squad and have a new headache, i.e. to finalise their opening slot with captain Rohit set to be one of the openers.&nbsp;

In regular vice-captain KL Rahul's absence, India have tried the likes of Ishan Kishan, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Rishabh Pant and Suryakumar Yadav at the top. In the England T20Is, Pant accompanied Rohit whereas SKY is currently opening the Indian innings with Hitman in the ongoing West Indies T20Is, in the Caribbean island.&nbsp;

While the opening combination is still to be finalised, former Indian fielding coach R Sridhar recalled MS Dhoni's brilliant move where the then captain zeroed in on his two opening batters ahead of India's unbeaten run in 2013 Champions Trophy.&nbsp;

"There was one decision made by Dhoni in 2013 Champions Trophy to send Rohit to open. Dinesh (Karthik) was batting so well in the practice games but Rohit had to play... so the management then, mostly captain Dhoni, found a spot for Rohit at the top of the order. That was a brilliant move," Sridhar told cricket.com.

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Dhoni's move wasn't only limited to the Champions Trophy. Rohit became one of the most successful white-ball openers and continues to don the role to date; speaking volumes of the former keeper-batter's master move.&nbsp;

Coming to the T20 WC, to be held in Australia later this year, Rohit-Rahul Dravid-led team management still have over two months to finalise their squad for the mega event.&nbsp;

Interestingly, India's last ICC title triumph came in 2013 Champions Trophy, in England and Wales. Thus, Rohit &amp; Co. will be desperate to break their nine-year-long ICC-trophy drought&nbsp;

Team India is preparing hard for the forthcoming 2022 T20 World Cup, which will be held in Australia from October-November. Rohit Sharma & Co. are finalising their squad and have a new headache, i.

Team India is preparing hard for the forthcoming 2022 T20 World Cup, which will be held in Australia from October-November. Rohit Sharma & Co. are finalising their squad and have a new headache, i.e. to finalise their opening slot with captain Rohit set to be one of the openers. In regular vice-captain KL Rahul's absence, India have tried the likes of Ishan Kishan, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Rishabh Pant and Suryakumar Yadav at the top. In the England T20Is, Pant accompanied Rohit whereas SKY is currently opening the Indian innings with Hitman in the ongoing West Indies T20Is, in the Caribbean island. While the opening combination is still to be finalised, former Indian fielding coach R Sridhar recalled MS Dhoni's brilliant move where the then captain zeroed in on his two opening batters ahead of India's unbeaten run in 2013 Champions Trophy. "There was one decision made by Dhoni in 2013 Champions Trophy to send Rohit to open. Dinesh (Karthik) was batting so well in the practice games but Rohit had to play... so the management then, mostly captain Dhoni, found a spot for Rohit at the top of the order. That was a brilliant move," Sridhar told cricket.com. ALSO READ | Hardik Pandya likely to pip KL Rahul to be named India's vice-captain for T20 World Cup 2022 - Report Dhoni's move wasn't only limited to the Champions Trophy. Rohit became one of the most successful white-ball openers and continues to don the role to date; speaking volumes of the former keeper-batter's master move. Coming to the T20 WC, to be held in Australia later this year, Rohit-Rahul Dravid-led team management still have over two months to finalise their squad for the mega event. Interestingly, India's last ICC title triumph came in 2013 Champions Trophy, in England and Wales. Thus, Rohit & Co. will be desperate to break their nine-year-long ICC-trophy drought

R Sridhar recalls MS Dhoni's 'brilliant move' ahead of Team India's 2013 Champions Trophy win

Rohit Sharma-led India returned to winning ways in the third T20I, of the five-match series, versus West Indies in the Caribbean island on Tuesday (August 02). After losing the second match by five wickets, India were asked to chase 165 after opting to bowl first at the Warner Park, Basseterre, St Kitts.

In reply, Men in Blue rode on opener Suryakumar Yadav's 44-ball 76&nbsp;and Rishabh Pant's unbeaten 26-ball 33 to chase down the score in 19 overs with seven wickets to spare. Captain Rohit couldn't do much as he retired hurt for 11 due to back spasm. Despite his short stay in the middle, the 35-year-old surpassed his predecessor Virat Kohli to attain an elite feat as the Indian captain.

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Hitman now has most number of sixes as Indian captain in the shortest format. He was tied with Kohli at 59 sixes before taking his tally to 60 prior to his injury forcing him out of the field. Rohit has 60 sixes in 34 innings as captain, with Kohli (59) and MS Dhoni (34) following suit.

Rohit also opined on his injury after the conclusion of the match. "It's okay at the moment. We've got a few days till the next game, hopefully it should be okay (his injury)."

The Indian captain lauded his team for bouncing back swiftly to take a 2-1 lead in the five T20Is. In this regard, he stated, "How we bowled in the middle overs was crucial. I thought we used the conditions well. Used the variations well. Was very clinical how we chased. When you watched from the outside, didn't feel a lot of risk was taken, was a lot of calmness in the middle. Surya batted brilliantly, good partnership there with Iyer. The pitch had something in it for the bowlers, not an easy target. Was important to pick the right shots, right balls on a ground like that."

The fourth and penultimate match will be held in Florida on August 06 (Saturday).

Rohit Sharma-led India returned to winning ways in the third T20I, of the five-match series, versus West Indies in the Caribbean island on Tuesday (August 02). After losing the second match by five wickets, India were asked to chase 165 after opting to bowl first at the Warner Park, Basseterre, St Kitts.

Rohit Sharma-led India returned to winning ways in the third T20I, of the five-match series, versus West Indies in the Caribbean island on Tuesday (August 02). After losing the second match by five wickets, India were asked to chase 165 after opting to bowl first at the Warner Park, Basseterre, St Kitts. In reply, Men in Blue rode on opener Suryakumar Yadav's 44-ball 76 and Rishabh Pant's unbeaten 26-ball 33 to chase down the score in 19 overs with seven wickets to spare. Captain Rohit couldn't do much as he retired hurt for 11 due to back spasm. Despite his short stay in the middle, the 35-year-old surpassed his predecessor Virat Kohli to attain an elite feat as the Indian captain. ALSO READ | Suryakumar Yadav guides India to victory over West Indies to take 2-1 series lead Hitman now has most number of sixes as Indian captain in the shortest format. He was tied with Kohli at 59 sixes before taking his tally to 60 prior to his injury forcing him out of the field. Rohit has 60 sixes in 34 innings as captain, with Kohli (59) and MS Dhoni (34) following suit. Rohit also opined on his injury after the conclusion of the match. "It's okay at the moment. We've got a few days till the next game, hopefully it should be okay (his injury)." The Indian captain lauded his team for bouncing back swiftly to take a 2-1 lead in the five T20Is. In this regard, he stated, "How we bowled in the middle overs was crucial. I thought we used the conditions well. Used the variations well. Was very clinical how we chased. When you watched from the outside, didn't feel a lot of risk was taken, was a lot of calmness in the middle. Surya batted brilliantly, good partnership there with Iyer. The pitch had something in it for the bowlers, not an easy target. Was important to pick the right shots, right balls on a ground like that." The fourth and penultimate match will be held in Florida on August 06 (Saturday).

WI vs IND, 3rd T20I: Rohit Sharma goes past Virat Kohli to achieve elite feat as Indian skipper

India were defeated by West Indies in the second T20I of the five-match series on Monday (August 01) at&nbsp;Warner Park, Basseterre, St Kitts. Being asked to bat first, Rohit Sharma-led India produced a below-par show as starts from Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya and Ravindra Jadeja took the Men in Blue to 138 all-out in 19.4 overs.

In reply, Nicholas Pooran-led Windies won the game in the last over. While India’s bowlers —- barring Avesh Khan — were economical and managed to stretch the contest till the last over, lack of wickets at regular intervals and an impressive score with the bat sealed India’s fate in the 2nd T20I. Though the likes of Arshdeep Singh (1/16 in four overs), Hardik Pandya and R Ashwin completed their quota of overs, experienced pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar bowled only two overs, giving away only 12 runs in total.&nbsp;

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Thus, captain Rohit was asked why he chose to prefer Arshdeep-Avesh-Hardik and didn't bowl Bhuvi after his first two overs, in the powerplays. At the post-match presentation, the Hitman stated, “We know Bhuvneshwar, what he brings to the table, but if you don’t give an opportunity to Avesh or Arshdeep you will never find out what it means to bowl at the death for India. They have done it in the IPL. Just one game, those guys don’t need to panic. They need backing and opportunity.”

Arshdeep and Avesh bowled two overs each whereas Hardik also filled in with an over during the death overs. Thus, it is clear that India are experimenting and willing to put youngsters in tough spots with an&nbsp;eye on the T20 World Cup, to be held in Australia from October-November.

Nonetheless, India will also aim to bounce back and return to winning ways when the third T20I is held between both sides, on Tuesday (August 02) at the same venue. The five-match series is levelled at 1-1.

India were defeated by West Indies in the second T20I of the five-match series on Monday (August 01) at Warner Park, Basseterre, St Kitts. Being asked to bat first, Rohit Sharma-led India produced a below-par show as starts from Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya and Ravindra Jadeja took the Men in Blue to 138 all-out in 19.

India were defeated by West Indies in the second T20I of the five-match series on Monday (August 01) at Warner Park, Basseterre, St Kitts. Being asked to bat first, Rohit Sharma-led India produced a below-par show as starts from Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya and Ravindra Jadeja took the Men in Blue to 138 all-out in 19.4 overs. In reply, Nicholas Pooran-led Windies won the game in the last over. While India’s bowlers —- barring Avesh Khan — were economical and managed to stretch the contest till the last over, lack of wickets at regular intervals and an impressive score with the bat sealed India’s fate in the 2nd T20I. Though the likes of Arshdeep Singh (1/16 in four overs), Hardik Pandya and R Ashwin completed their quota of overs, experienced pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar bowled only two overs, giving away only 12 runs in total. ALSO READ | 2nd T20I: Brandon King's 68, Obed McCoy's 6 for 17 guide West Indies to 5-wicket win over India Thus, captain Rohit was asked why he chose to prefer Arshdeep-Avesh-Hardik and didn't bowl Bhuvi after his first two overs, in the powerplays. At the post-match presentation, the Hitman stated, “We know Bhuvneshwar, what he brings to the table, but if you don’t give an opportunity to Avesh or Arshdeep you will never find out what it means to bowl at the death for India. They have done it in the IPL. Just one game, those guys don’t need to panic. They need backing and opportunity.” Arshdeep and Avesh bowled two overs each whereas Hardik also filled in with an over during the death overs. Thus, it is clear that India are experimenting and willing to put youngsters in tough spots with an eye on the T20 World Cup, to be held in Australia from October-November. Nonetheless, India will also aim to bounce back and return to winning ways when the third T20I is held between both sides, on Tuesday (August 02) at the same venue. The five-match series is levelled at 1-1.

Why Avesh, Arshdeep were preferred over Bhuvneshwar in death overs against WI? Rohit Sharma explains

Rohit Sharma-led Team India have been on a roll in white-ball formats. After dominating their home series versus West Indies and Sri Lanka early this year, India beat England in their own den in both T20Is and ODIs, whitewashed the Windies in three ODIs with a second-stringed team at their disposal and have started the ongoing five T20Is with a bang, winning the series opener by 68 runs.

Ahead of the second T20I, in St Kitts, Rohit &amp; Co. are on the verge of matching&nbsp;their arch-rivals Pakistan in a unique record.&nbsp;Another win over the hapless Windies&nbsp;in the T20I series will not only ensure the visitors a handy 2-0 lead, but Men in Blue will also be on level terms with traditional rivals Pakistan with most wins over the two-time champions in the shortest format. In this way,&nbsp;India is just a&nbsp;win away from completing 15 victories over&nbsp;West Indies.

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Pakistan, to date, have been very dominant versus the Men in Maroon, beating them on 15 occasions in the format (most by any side versus the Windes). Hence, it seems like India will join them and eventually surpass the 2009 champions by the end of the ongoing five-match series.

India&nbsp;have been at their dominant best versus West Indies. As a result, they have&nbsp;lost only a solitary T20I match against thm&nbsp;in its last 13 meetings since 2017.

Will India equal Pakistan's win-tally in the second T20I? Well, they will certainly start as favourites after an all-round display in the series opener in Trinidad, on Friday (July 29).

Rohit Sharma-led Team India have been on a roll in white-ball formats. After dominating their home series versus West Indies and Sri Lanka early this year, India beat England in their own den in both T20Is and ODIs, whitewashed the Windies in three ODIs with a second-stringed team at their disposal and have started the ongoing five T20Is with a bang, winning the series opener by 68 runs.

Rohit Sharma-led Team India have been on a roll in white-ball formats. After dominating their home series versus West Indies and Sri Lanka early this year, India beat England in their own den in both T20Is and ODIs, whitewashed the Windies in three ODIs with a second-stringed team at their disposal and have started the ongoing five T20Is with a bang, winning the series opener by 68 runs. Ahead of the second T20I, in St Kitts, Rohit & Co. are on the verge of matching their arch-rivals Pakistan in a unique record. Another win over the hapless Windies in the T20I series will not only ensure the visitors a handy 2-0 lead, but Men in Blue will also be on level terms with traditional rivals Pakistan with most wins over the two-time champions in the shortest format. In this way, India is just a win away from completing 15 victories over West Indies. ALSO READ | WI vs IND: When and where to watch West Indies vs India 2nd T20I - IST time and streaming details Pakistan, to date, have been very dominant versus the Men in Maroon, beating them on 15 occasions in the format (most by any side versus the Windes). Hence, it seems like India will join them and eventually surpass the 2009 champions by the end of the ongoing five-match series. India have been at their dominant best versus West Indies. As a result, they have lost only a solitary T20I match against thm in its last 13 meetings since 2017. Will India equal Pakistan's win-tally in the second T20I? Well, they will certainly start as favourites after an all-round display in the series opener in Trinidad, on Friday (July 29).

WI vs Ind: Team India eye Babar Azam-led Pakistan's unique feat vs West Indies in 2nd T20I in St Kitts

Amid calls for Virat Kohli to be dropped from India's T20I squad over his ongoing lean patch, former India cricketer Wasim Jaffer has backed the senior batter to retain his no.3 spot in the batting lineup at the T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia later this year. Jaffer believes Kohli will keep his original no.3 spot despite poor form in international cricket at present.

Kohli has been enduring a lean patch across all formats for the Indian team for a while now and has been far from consistent with the willow. He has also struggled to notch up big scores for the team and his last international century for India came in November 2019.&nbsp;

The senior Indian batter's form came under the scanner during India's tour of England earlier this year where he flopped in all three formats before being rested from India's onging tour of West Indies. Kohli will miss India's upcoming tour of Zimbabwe and is expected to make his comeback for the Asia Cup 2022 next month.

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Despite his woeful form, Jaffer has backed Kohli to be India's no.3 at the T20 World Cup Down Under. The former India cricketer also feels captain Rohit Sharma will open the batting with KL Rahul in the tournament and believes the likes of Rishabh Pant, Ishan Kishan and Sanju Samson can play key roles for the team.

“Virat will remain in his original No. 3 place in the team. KL Rahul and Rohit Sharma should open, and other players like Rishabh Pant, Sanju Samson, and Ishan Kishan can contribute significantly to the squad. I feel that the aggressive approach that India has undertaken is very nice to witness. India’s chances of winning (T20 World Cup) are bright," Jaffer said on the ‘CricChat Powered by Parimatch’ podcast on the Sharechat app.

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Kohli is currently enjoying his break with his family and will be eager to regain his form when he makes his comeback for Team India in the upcoming Asia Cup. Kohli was rested from the last edition of the Asia Cup in 2018 where Rohit Sharma led India to victory. The former captain will be hoping for redemption in the tournament this year.

Amid calls for Virat Kohli to be dropped from India's T20I squad over his ongoing lean patch, former India cricketer Wasim Jaffer has backed the senior batter to retain his no.

Amid calls for Virat Kohli to be dropped from India's T20I squad over his ongoing lean patch, former India cricketer Wasim Jaffer has backed the senior batter to retain his no.3 spot in the batting lineup at the T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia later this year. Jaffer believes Kohli will keep his original no.3 spot despite poor form in international cricket at present. Kohli has been enduring a lean patch across all formats for the Indian team for a while now and has been far from consistent with the willow. He has also struggled to notch up big scores for the team and his last international century for India came in November 2019. The senior Indian batter's form came under the scanner during India's tour of England earlier this year where he flopped in all three formats before being rested from India's onging tour of West Indies. Kohli will miss India's upcoming tour of Zimbabwe and is expected to make his comeback for the Asia Cup 2022 next month. Also Read: 'Behave like a human being' - Shahid Afridi on 'city biases' in Pakistan team selection Despite his woeful form, Jaffer has backed Kohli to be India's no.3 at the T20 World Cup Down Under. The former India cricketer also feels captain Rohit Sharma will open the batting with KL Rahul in the tournament and believes the likes of Rishabh Pant, Ishan Kishan and Sanju Samson can play key roles for the team. “Virat will remain in his original No. 3 place in the team. KL Rahul and Rohit Sharma should open, and other players like Rishabh Pant, Sanju Samson, and Ishan Kishan can contribute significantly to the squad. I feel that the aggressive approach that India has undertaken is very nice to witness. India’s chances of winning (T20 World Cup) are bright," Jaffer said on the ‘CricChat Powered by Parimatch’ podcast on the Sharechat app. Also Read: 'Luckily, Dinesh Karthik was born in India': Former Pakistan captain aims brutal dig at PCB Kohli is currently enjoying his break with his family and will be eager to regain his form when he makes his comeback for Team India in the upcoming Asia Cup. Kohli was rested from the last edition of the Asia Cup in 2018 where Rohit Sharma led India to victory. The former captain will be hoping for redemption in the tournament this year.

Virat Kohli will remain at no.3: Wasim Jaffer on ex-India captain's batting spot for T20 World Cup 2022

Dinesh Karthik seems all but certain to make the cut in India's squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022 as he continues to enjoy a stellar run with the willow. Karthik had a phenomenal season as a finisher for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 earlier this year and has been unstoppable ever since.

At one stage it looked like Karthik's international career was done and dusted but the veteran wicket-keeper batter has managed to spark a sensational turnaround this year. From not being in the reckoning for the Indian team, Karthik seems to have cemented his spot as a finisher in the Indian T20I team ahead of the World Cup.

Karthik continued his purple patch in the 1st T20I between India and West Indies at the Brian Lara Stadium in Trinidad on Friday. The 37-year-old once again proved why he is currently India's best finisher as far as the shortest format is concerned with a terrific knock of unbeaten 41 off just 19 balls.

Karthik came out to bat at number 7 and went berserk from the word go. His quickfire 41 was laced with 4 fours and 2 sixes helping India post a strong total of 190 runs on the board in 20 overs. After his impressive knock, a member of the Indian selection panel opened up on Karthik's chances of making it to the T20 World Cup 2022 squad.

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The Indian selector said Karthik is now a certainty in India's squad for the T20 World Cup in Australia this year after his recent batting exploits while insisting that his experience will be a huge asset for the Indian team at the showpiece event Down Under.

"Who can stop Dinesh Karthik now? He is certainty now for T20 World Cup in Australia. He is consistent in his approach and most importantly consistently delivering via his approach. His experience will now be a big asset," the member of the Indian selection panel was quoted as saying by InsideSport.

"No formal talk has happened on the subject. Informally when we speak, all are very impressed with him and his attitude," he added.

Karthik has been consistent in the lower-middle order and has mastered the art of finishing for Team India. The 37-year-old has played some brilliant knocks for India over the last few months and has already cemented his spot in the T20 World Cup 2022 squad.

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Thanks to Karthik's finishing cameo and captain Rohit&nbsp;Sharma's brilliant 64-run knock, India thrashed West Indies by 68 runs in the first T20I on Friday to go 1-0 up in the five-match series. Speaking about his performance post the game, Karthik said the ultimate aim remains to do well in the T20 World Cup for India this year.

“I think it’s a very very different team. I must admit that I am really enjoying myself in this setup. The kind of calmness that seems to be around, a lot of credit should go to the coach and captain. These are all small tick-boxes that we need to have at this stage of the game. But obviously, the ultimate goal is to do well in the World Cup,” said Karthik.

Dinesh Karthik seems all but certain to make the cut in India's squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022 as he continues to enjoy a stellar run with the willow.

Dinesh Karthik seems all but certain to make the cut in India's squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022 as he continues to enjoy a stellar run with the willow. Karthik had a phenomenal season as a finisher for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 earlier this year and has been unstoppable ever since. At one stage it looked like Karthik's international career was done and dusted but the veteran wicket-keeper batter has managed to spark a sensational turnaround this year. From not being in the reckoning for the Indian team, Karthik seems to have cemented his spot as a finisher in the Indian T20I team ahead of the World Cup. Karthik continued his purple patch in the 1st T20I between India and West Indies at the Brian Lara Stadium in Trinidad on Friday. The 37-year-old once again proved why he is currently India's best finisher as far as the shortest format is concerned with a terrific knock of unbeaten 41 off just 19 balls. Karthik came out to bat at number 7 and went berserk from the word go. His quickfire 41 was laced with 4 fours and 2 sixes helping India post a strong total of 190 runs on the board in 20 overs. After his impressive knock, a member of the Indian selection panel opened up on Karthik's chances of making it to the T20 World Cup 2022 squad. Also Read: 'I didn't understand it': Md. Kaif slams Team India for not backing Rishabh Pant as opener in T20Is The Indian selector said Karthik is now a certainty in India's squad for the T20 World Cup in Australia this year after his recent batting exploits while insisting that his experience will be a huge asset for the Indian team at the showpiece event Down Under. "Who can stop Dinesh Karthik now? He is certainty now for T20 World Cup in Australia. He is consistent in his approach and most importantly consistently delivering via his approach. His experience will now be a big asset," the member of the Indian selection panel was quoted as saying by InsideSport. "No formal talk has happened on the subject. Informally when we speak, all are very impressed with him and his attitude," he added. Karthik has been consistent in the lower-middle order and has mastered the art of finishing for Team India. The 37-year-old has played some brilliant knocks for India over the last few months and has already cemented his spot in the T20 World Cup 2022 squad. Also Read: India vs West Indies, 1st T20I; Rohit Sharma and Dinesh Karthik set up a convincing 68-runs victory Thanks to Karthik's finishing cameo and captain Rohit Sharma's brilliant 64-run knock, India thrashed West Indies by 68 runs in the first T20I on Friday to go 1-0 up in the five-match series. Speaking about his performance post the game, Karthik said the ultimate aim remains to do well in the T20 World Cup for India this year. “I think it’s a very very different team. I must admit that I am really enjoying myself in this setup. The kind of calmness that seems to be around, a lot of credit should go to the coach and captain. These are all small tick-boxes that we need to have at this stage of the game. But obviously, the ultimate goal is to do well in the World Cup,” said Karthik.

'Who can stop him now?': BCCI selector on Dinesh Karthik's chances of making it to India's T20 World Cup squad

Rohit Sharma is back in-charge of India ahead of the West Indies T20Is, which gets underway on July 29 (Friday). Rohit was not part of the Shikhar Dhawan-led Indian team that whitewashed the Nicholas Poora-led Windies, in the Caribbean island, but will now take over and expect the T20I line-up to continue their winning momentum.

Ahead of the series opener in Trinidad, Rohit defended India's new-found T20I approach, where the Men in Blue have now become more fearless and there is a sense of urgency with the bat post the drubbing in the last edition of the T20 World Cup (in the UAE in 2021). Rohit defended the approach and stated that even though the team might not be successful at all times with such a high-risk approach, they won't be a bad team with some defeats and stressed they are learning with each game.

"That is why I repeat, the people outside the scene should keep calm and maintain silence. The brand of cricket which we are currently playing, there will be failures at times, the results may not go in favour, but that is completely fine, no problem with it, because we are trying to learn something with it."

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"We are trying to do something different, so there may be instances where we make mistakes, but it does not mean that the players or the team are bad," the skipper said while addressing a reporter ahead of the first T20I vs WI.

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Rohit further highlighted that even though the Men in Blue have not won a World Cup but they were not a bad team, and shunned claims of being conservative in their approach. In this regard, the 35-year-old Hitman said, "We have not won any World Cups, but that does not mean we have been performing poorly in the last few years. I do not agree that we were playing conservative cricket. You lose a couple of matches in the World Cup and suddenly there is talk of the team trying something else."

"If you look at the overall games that we have played, leading into the WC, we have won around 80 percent of our games.&nbsp;You need to change with time, we are trying to change as well, so the people outside also need to change their thinking. We still have to fill some spots in the team before the T20 World Cup, we also know what needs to be done to fill those spots. So, we are trying, with all these matches that are being played to address those things," Rohit added.
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Rohit Sharma is back in-charge of India ahead of the West Indies T20Is, which gets underway on July 29 (Friday). Rohit was not part of the Shikhar Dhawan-led Indian team that whitewashed the Nicholas Poora-led Windies, in the Caribbean island, but will now take over and expect the T20I line-up to continue their winning momentum.

Rohit Sharma is back in-charge of India ahead of the West Indies T20Is, which gets underway on July 29 (Friday). Rohit was not part of the Shikhar Dhawan-led Indian team that whitewashed the Nicholas Poora-led Windies, in the Caribbean island, but will now take over and expect the T20I line-up to continue their winning momentum. Ahead of the series opener in Trinidad, Rohit defended India's new-found T20I approach, where the Men in Blue have now become more fearless and there is a sense of urgency with the bat post the drubbing in the last edition of the T20 World Cup (in the UAE in 2021). Rohit defended the approach and stated that even though the team might not be successful at all times with such a high-risk approach, they won't be a bad team with some defeats and stressed they are learning with each game. "That is why I repeat, the people outside the scene should keep calm and maintain silence. The brand of cricket which we are currently playing, there will be failures at times, the results may not go in favour, but that is completely fine, no problem with it, because we are trying to learn something with it." "We are trying to do something different, so there may be instances where we make mistakes, but it does not mean that the players or the team are bad," the skipper said while addressing a reporter ahead of the first T20I vs WI. ALSO READ | 'Why would he care.....?' Shahid Afridi gives savage response on being asked about Virat Kohli's form Rohit further highlighted that even though the Men in Blue have not won a World Cup but they were not a bad team, and shunned claims of being conservative in their approach. In this regard, the 35-year-old Hitman said, "We have not won any World Cups, but that does not mean we have been performing poorly in the last few years. I do not agree that we were playing conservative cricket. You lose a couple of matches in the World Cup and suddenly there is talk of the team trying something else." "If you look at the overall games that we have played, leading into the WC, we have won around 80 percent of our games. You need to change with time, we are trying to change as well, so the people outside also need to change their thinking. We still have to fill some spots in the team before the T20 World Cup, we also know what needs to be done to fill those spots. So, we are trying, with all these matches that are being played to address those things," Rohit added.

'People outside should....': Rohit Sharma gives sharp response defending India's new T20I approach

Virat Kohli's form continues to be a cause of concern for Team India and its ardent fans. While Kohli is out of action at present and isn't part of Rohit Sharma &amp; Co.'s white-ball tour of the West Indies, the 33-year-old continues to make headlines as many former cricketers and experts share their views and give advises to the star batter on how to regain his form.

Many former players have commented on Kohli's recent rut. In the recent England tour, he returned without a single half-century across format whereas his last international ton came in late 2019. His dismissals are of similar pattern, poking at deliveries outside the off-stump, hence, many have opined on his lack of runs. Recently, when a journalist asked former Pakistan all-rounder and captain Shahid Afridi to comment on Kohli's struggles, the legendary cricketer gave a befitting reply.&nbsp;

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"Usne mere mashware ko kya dekhna hai (Why would he care about my advice?). He has to perform because the expectations from him are so high. And for a very long time, there has been no performance from him according to the standards that he has set for himself," Afridi was seen replying to reporters' questions in&nbsp;a video which was shared&nbsp;by Sports Paktv.

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Afridi also opined on India-Pakistan's upcoming clash in the 2022 Asia Cup, which will be held in the shortest format, in the UAE. Both sides are expected to meet more than once before also locking horns in the forthcoming 2022 T20 World Cup, in Australia, from October-November.

"As far as the Pakistan team is concerned, it is a balanced side. I hope that not only in the Asia Cup but even in the World Cup, our performances will be good. I hope the players are fit, because I don't see much strength on the bench. But the 11-12 first-team players that we have, they are very strong and I hope they will bring in good results,"&nbsp;the former captain added.

Virat Kohli's form continues to be a cause of concern for Team India and its ardent fans. While Kohli is out of action at present and isn't part of Rohit Sharma & Co.

Virat Kohli's form continues to be a cause of concern for Team India and its ardent fans. While Kohli is out of action at present and isn't part of Rohit Sharma & Co.'s white-ball tour of the West Indies, the 33-year-old continues to make headlines as many former cricketers and experts share their views and give advises to the star batter on how to regain his form. Many former players have commented on Kohli's recent rut. In the recent England tour, he returned without a single half-century across format whereas his last international ton came in late 2019. His dismissals are of similar pattern, poking at deliveries outside the off-stump, hence, many have opined on his lack of runs. Recently, when a journalist asked former Pakistan all-rounder and captain Shahid Afridi to comment on Kohli's struggles, the legendary cricketer gave a befitting reply. ALSO READ | 'In ODIs, I will....' - When Virat Kohli made bold claim of emulating Sachin Tendulkar's 50-over heroics "Usne mere mashware ko kya dekhna hai (Why would he care about my advice?). He has to perform because the expectations from him are so high. And for a very long time, there has been no performance from him according to the standards that he has set for himself," Afridi was seen replying to reporters' questions in a video which was shared by Sports Paktv. ALSO READ | He is the best modern-day player in last 10 years: Former Pakistan batter praises under-fire Virat Kohli Afridi also opined on India-Pakistan's upcoming clash in the 2022 Asia Cup, which will be held in the shortest format, in the UAE. Both sides are expected to meet more than once before also locking horns in the forthcoming 2022 T20 World Cup, in Australia, from October-November. "As far as the Pakistan team is concerned, it is a balanced side. I hope that not only in the Asia Cup but even in the World Cup, our performances will be good. I hope the players are fit, because I don't see much strength on the bench. But the 11-12 first-team players that we have, they are very strong and I hope they will bring in good results," the former captain added.

'Why would he care.....?' Shahid Afridi gives savage response on being asked about Virat Kohli's form

Rohit Sharma will be back in action for Team India when the Men in Blue face Nicholas Pooran-led West Indies in the five-match T20I series opener, on the Caribbean island, on Friday (July 29). The regular Indian captain was rested for the just-concluded three ODIs as Shikhar Dhawan led the team in his absence and guided India to their maiden ODI series whitewash over the Windies away from home.

After the 50-over series, the action now shifts back to the shortest format ahead of the T20 World Cup (to be held in Australia later this year). Rohit will like his team to maintain the winning run and the 35-year-old will also aim to leapfrog New Zealand's Martin Guptill to regain an elite record, of having the most runs in men's T20Is.&nbsp;&nbsp;

NZ opener Guptill was trailing Rohit's tally (3,379) by 21 runs before the Black Caps' first T20I versus hosts Scotland on Wednesday (July 27). He breached Rohit's run-tally by virtue of a 40-run knock during Kiwis' 68-run win over the Scottish line-up&nbsp;in the two-match series opener in&nbsp;Edinburgh. Guptill now has 3,399 runs in 116 T20Is. Thus, Rohit now needs 21 runs to regain the top spot for most runs in men's T20Is.&nbsp;

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India will meet West Indies in the T20I series opener at the&nbsp;Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba, Trinidad. The series will end on August 07, after which&nbsp;the national side will shift focus towards the 2022 Asia Cup, to be played in the shortest format, from August 27-September 11 in the UAE.

India squad for WI T20Is

Rohit Sharma (Captain), Ishan Kishan, KL Rahul*, Suryakumar Yadav, Deepak Hooda, Shreyas Iyer, Dinesh Karthik, Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, R Ashwin, Ravi Bishnoi, Kuldeep Yadav*, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Avesh Khan, Harshal Patel, Arshdeep Singh.

Rohit Sharma will be back in action for Team India when the Men in Blue face Nicholas Pooran-led West Indies in the five-match T20I series opener, on the Caribbean island, on Friday (July 29).

Rohit Sharma will be back in action for Team India when the Men in Blue face Nicholas Pooran-led West Indies in the five-match T20I series opener, on the Caribbean island, on Friday (July 29). The regular Indian captain was rested for the just-concluded three ODIs as Shikhar Dhawan led the team in his absence and guided India to their maiden ODI series whitewash over the Windies away from home. After the 50-over series, the action now shifts back to the shortest format ahead of the T20 World Cup (to be held in Australia later this year). Rohit will like his team to maintain the winning run and the 35-year-old will also aim to leapfrog New Zealand's Martin Guptill to regain an elite record, of having the most runs in men's T20Is. NZ opener Guptill was trailing Rohit's tally (3,379) by 21 runs before the Black Caps' first T20I versus hosts Scotland on Wednesday (July 27). He breached Rohit's run-tally by virtue of a 40-run knock during Kiwis' 68-run win over the Scottish line-up in the two-match series opener in Edinburgh. Guptill now has 3,399 runs in 116 T20Is. Thus, Rohit now needs 21 runs to regain the top spot for most runs in men's T20Is. ALSO READ | He is the best modern-day player in last 10 years: Former Pakistan batter praises under-fire Virat Kohli India will meet West Indies in the T20I series opener at the Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba, Trinidad. The series will end on August 07, after which the national side will shift focus towards the 2022 Asia Cup, to be played in the shortest format, from August 27-September 11 in the UAE. India squad for WI T20Is Rohit Sharma (Captain), Ishan Kishan, KL Rahul*, Suryakumar Yadav, Deepak Hooda, Shreyas Iyer, Dinesh Karthik, Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, R Ashwin, Ravi Bishnoi, Kuldeep Yadav*, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Avesh Khan, Harshal Patel, Arshdeep Singh.

WI vs IND, 1st T20I: Captain Rohit Sharma aims to regain elite record in series opener

Virat Kohli continues to be the centre of attention in world cricket. The former Indian captain has not been in action for Team India since the end of the England tour as he has been rested and is&nbsp;not part of Men in Blue's white-ball assignments in the West Indies.&nbsp;

Nonetheless, his form remains a cause of concern and a topic of discussion among the cricketing fraternity. In the England tour, the 33-year-old Kohli failed to touch the 50-run mark across formats whereas his international century-drought continues since late 2019, in the pre-Covid era. Even in&nbsp;IPL 2022, the veteran batter remained below-par, striking at 115.98 to manage only 341 runs -- with two half-centuries. His last IPL ton also came in the 2019 edition.

Thus, Kohli's form continues to draw attention and many former cricketers and experts have opined on his dry run. Pakistan's former batsman Mohammad Yousuf also joined in and stated that this is just 'part&nbsp;of the game'. Further, he lavished huge praise on Kohli, calling him 'best modern-day player in last 10 years'.

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"This is a part of the game where a player goes out of form. It has been a lengthier patch for him. But what he has contributed so far, after Sachin Tendulkar, is the player to make that kind of a contribution. He has scored 71 centuries, within a span off 11 years, especially in white-ball cricket. In Tests, he could not do as much as he did in white-ball cricket. However, he has scored 27 Test tons as well. For me, this is a part of the game. Maybe it has to do with the way he has been treated that he has gone under pressure. He would know better," Yousuf said during a chat with Pakistan channel ARY News.

It is expected that Kohli will join Team India for the upcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition, in the UAE, and will be part of every series for Rohit Sharma &amp; Co. in the run-up to this year's T20 World Cup, to be held in Australia from October-November.

Virat Kohli continues to be the centre of attention in world cricket. The former Indian captain has not been in action for Team India since the end of the England tour as he has been rested and is not part of Men in Blue's white-ball assignments in the West Indies.

Virat Kohli continues to be the centre of attention in world cricket. The former Indian captain has not been in action for Team India since the end of the England tour as he has been rested and is not part of Men in Blue's white-ball assignments in the West Indies. Nonetheless, his form remains a cause of concern and a topic of discussion among the cricketing fraternity. In the England tour, the 33-year-old Kohli failed to touch the 50-run mark across formats whereas his international century-drought continues since late 2019, in the pre-Covid era. Even in IPL 2022, the veteran batter remained below-par, striking at 115.98 to manage only 341 runs -- with two half-centuries. His last IPL ton also came in the 2019 edition. Thus, Kohli's form continues to draw attention and many former cricketers and experts have opined on his dry run. Pakistan's former batsman Mohammad Yousuf also joined in and stated that this is just 'part of the game'. Further, he lavished huge praise on Kohli, calling him 'best modern-day player in last 10 years'. ALSO READ | WATCH: Dhawan leads IND's celebrations after Dravid's winning speech as Men in Blue whitewash WI in ODIs "This is a part of the game where a player goes out of form. It has been a lengthier patch for him. But what he has contributed so far, after Sachin Tendulkar, is the player to make that kind of a contribution. He has scored 71 centuries, within a span off 11 years, especially in white-ball cricket. In Tests, he could not do as much as he did in white-ball cricket. However, he has scored 27 Test tons as well. For me, this is a part of the game. Maybe it has to do with the way he has been treated that he has gone under pressure. He would know better," Yousuf said during a chat with Pakistan channel ARY News. It is expected that Kohli will join Team India for the upcoming Asia Cup 2022 edition, in the UAE, and will be part of every series for Rohit Sharma & Co. in the run-up to this year's T20 World Cup, to be held in Australia from October-November.

He is the best modern-day player in last 10 years: Former Pakistan batter praises under-fire Virat Kohli

United Arab Emirates will replace Sri Lanka as the venue for the Asia Cup, starting next month, due to the ongoing political and economic crisis in the island nation, the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) said. Sri Lanka will, however, remain hosts for the nine-team tournament, which will be played between Aug. 27-Sept&nbsp;11 and serve as preparation for the Asian sides in the leadup to the Twenty20 World Cup later this year.

The country of 22 million people has been crippled by an economic crisis, with shortages of fuel, food and other necessities. The Sri Lankan parliament on Wednesday approved the extension of a state of emergency for a month. Shammi Silva, the president of Sri Lanka`s cricket board (SLC) said they "fully stand by the ACC`s decision" to relocate the tournament.

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"Every effort was made to host the Asia Cup in Sri Lanka and the decision to shift the venue to the UAE was taken after much deliberation," ACC president Jay Shah said in a statement. "The UAE will be the new venue while Sri Lanka will continue to retain hosting rights. This edition of the Asia Cup is extremely important as it will help Asian nations prepare for the ICC World Cup."

United Arab Emirates will replace Sri Lanka as the venue for the Asia Cup, starting next month, due to the ongoing political and economic crisis in the island nation, the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) said.

United Arab Emirates will replace Sri Lanka as the venue for the Asia Cup, starting next month, due to the ongoing political and economic crisis in the island nation, the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) said. Sri Lanka will, however, remain hosts for the nine-team tournament, which will be played between Aug. 27-Sept 11 and serve as preparation for the Asian sides in the leadup to the Twenty20 World Cup later this year. The country of 22 million people has been crippled by an economic crisis, with shortages of fuel, food and other necessities. The Sri Lankan parliament on Wednesday approved the extension of a state of emergency for a month. Shammi Silva, the president of Sri Lanka`s cricket board (SLC) said they "fully stand by the ACC`s decision" to relocate the tournament. ALSO READ | WATCH: Dhawan leads IND's celebrations after Dravid's winning speech as Men in Blue whitewash WI in ODIs "Every effort was made to host the Asia Cup in Sri Lanka and the decision to shift the venue to the UAE was taken after much deliberation," ACC president Jay Shah said in a statement. "The UAE will be the new venue while Sri Lanka will continue to retain hosting rights. This edition of the Asia Cup is extremely important as it will help Asian nations prepare for the ICC World Cup."

Asia Cup 2022 edition shifted out of Sri Lanka, to be held in UAE

Virat Kohli's dry run with the bat has left the whole nation disappointed. The former Indian captain last scored an international ton in late 2019 whereas he failed to touch the fifty-run mark throughout India's tour of England.

While Kohli isn't part of India's ongoing white-ball tour of West Indies, many former cricketers and experts continue to share their views on his indifferent run at the highest level. The latest to join the bandwagon is former Indian spinner Pragyan Ojha. Ojha recently revealed the real reason behind head coach Rahul Dravid and captain Rohit Sharma's relentless backing of an under-fire Kohli.

“When you talk about Virat Kohli, you have to understand the things he has achieved … they are not normal. Getting those 70 hundreds in a span of about 10 years is outstanding.

"Who are the other players who have done that? Not many. That is the reason why Rohit [Sharma], Rahul bhai [Dravid] and the team are backing him," Ojha pointed out while speaking to Jamie Alter on his Glance chat show, The Alternate View.

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“They know that if he gets that one knock, things will turn around and suddenly you will see the old Virat Kohli. And when you have that Virat Kohli in your team and you’re going for the T20 World Cup and then the 50-overs World Cup, any team would do anything to get him. I think it’s just a matter of time," Ojha further asserted on Kohli's form.

“See, with cricket, it’s not about mathematics that two plus two is four. You will fail. That’s the beauty of sport. This is Virat Kohli we’re talking about. His conversion rate has been tremendous."

“When you look at Virat’s batting, it is not about the skill or that he’s not timing it well or his fitness has taken a beating. He’s just there, and I think better than others with his work ethic and discipline. The only thing is that maybe mentally he’s a little caught up somewhere. Maybe that’s why he’s been regularly taking breaks," said the former spinner, who is a veteran of 24 Tests, 18 ODIs and 6 T20Is.

Virat Kohli's dry run with the bat has left the whole nation disappointed. The former Indian captain last scored an international ton in late 2019 whereas he failed to touch the fifty-run mark throughout India's tour of England.

Virat Kohli's dry run with the bat has left the whole nation disappointed. The former Indian captain last scored an international ton in late 2019 whereas he failed to touch the fifty-run mark throughout India's tour of England. While Kohli isn't part of India's ongoing white-ball tour of West Indies, many former cricketers and experts continue to share their views on his indifferent run at the highest level. The latest to join the bandwagon is former Indian spinner Pragyan Ojha. Ojha recently revealed the real reason behind head coach Rahul Dravid and captain Rohit Sharma's relentless backing of an under-fire Kohli. “When you talk about Virat Kohli, you have to understand the things he has achieved … they are not normal. Getting those 70 hundreds in a span of about 10 years is outstanding. "Who are the other players who have done that? Not many. That is the reason why Rohit [Sharma], Rahul bhai [Dravid] and the team are backing him," Ojha pointed out while speaking to Jamie Alter on his Glance chat show, The Alternate View. ALSO READ | No one has right to question Virat Kohli's position in Team India, says CSK opener Robin Uthappa “They know that if he gets that one knock, things will turn around and suddenly you will see the old Virat Kohli. And when you have that Virat Kohli in your team and you’re going for the T20 World Cup and then the 50-overs World Cup, any team would do anything to get him. I think it’s just a matter of time," Ojha further asserted on Kohli's form. “See, with cricket, it’s not about mathematics that two plus two is four. You will fail. That’s the beauty of sport. This is Virat Kohli we’re talking about. His conversion rate has been tremendous." “When you look at Virat’s batting, it is not about the skill or that he’s not timing it well or his fitness has taken a beating. He’s just there, and I think better than others with his work ethic and discipline. The only thing is that maybe mentally he’s a little caught up somewhere. Maybe that’s why he’s been regularly taking breaks," said the former spinner, who is a veteran of 24 Tests, 18 ODIs and 6 T20Is.

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The T20 World Cup is nearing its commencement. The eighth edition of the marquee tournament will be held in Australia for the first time, from October-Novamber and will be played in the same format as the 2021 edition.

Aaron Finch-led Australia will not only be the hosts but also start as the defending champions after the Men in Yellow won their maiden T20 WC trophy last year, beating New Zealand in a one-sided Trans-Tasman battle in Dubai.&nbsp;

ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wi-vs-ind-shikhar-dhawan-led-india-on-cusp-of-attaining-massive-feat-in-3rd-odi-in-trinidad-500893">WI vs IND: Shikhar Dhawan-led India on cusp of attaining MASSIVE feat in 3rd ODI in Trinidad</a>

Ahead of the showpiece event Down Under, former Aussie captain and two-time ODI World Cup-winning skipper Ricky Ponting made a bold claim. He feels Rohit Sharma-led India will enter the tournament final but lose to Australia in the summit clash. "I think India and Australia will be the two playing in the final and I will just have to say that Australia will beat them in the final. The reigning champions have got home conditions and that was one thing that made Australia's win in the last World Cup, not remarkable, but that little bit sweeter for them," Ponting said on ICC Review.

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Ponting, the Delhi Capitals (DC) head coach, is quite optimistic of his team's chances after they did very well in the last edition, which was held in challenging conditions -- in&nbsp;the UAE -- for the Aussies. "The fact that a lot of people, me included, thought when they went to UAE, the conditions that they were going to have to face on the back of the IPL, I thought the conditions might have been the thing that might not have allowed them to win it. But they found a way," Ponting added.

Australia and India are placed in different groups in the Super 12 round. Will they meet each other in the finale? Only time will tell...
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The T20 World Cup is nearing its commencement. The eighth edition of the marquee tournament will be held in Australia for the first time, from October-Novamber and will be played in the same format as the 2021 edition.

The T20 World Cup is nearing its commencement. The eighth edition of the marquee tournament will be held in Australia for the first time, from October-Novamber and will be played in the same format as the 2021 edition. Aaron Finch-led Australia will not only be the hosts but also start as the defending champions after the Men in Yellow won their maiden T20 WC trophy last year, beating New Zealand in a one-sided Trans-Tasman battle in Dubai. ALSO READ | WI vs IND: Shikhar Dhawan-led India on cusp of attaining MASSIVE feat in 3rd ODI in Trinidad Ahead of the showpiece event Down Under, former Aussie captain and two-time ODI World Cup-winning skipper Ricky Ponting made a bold claim. He feels Rohit Sharma-led India will enter the tournament final but lose to Australia in the summit clash. "I think India and Australia will be the two playing in the final and I will just have to say that Australia will beat them in the final. The reigning champions have got home conditions and that was one thing that made Australia's win in the last World Cup, not remarkable, but that little bit sweeter for them," Ponting said on ICC Review. ALSO READ | 'Fantastic option': Former Pakistan cricketer backs young Indian player for T20 WC & Asia Cup squads Ponting, the Delhi Capitals (DC) head coach, is quite optimistic of his team's chances after they did very well in the last edition, which was held in challenging conditions -- in the UAE -- for the Aussies. "The fact that a lot of people, me included, thought when they went to UAE, the conditions that they were going to have to face on the back of the IPL, I thought the conditions might have been the thing that might not have allowed them to win it. But they found a way," Ponting added. Australia and India are placed in different groups in the Super 12 round. Will they meet each other in the finale? Only time will tell...

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India are set to&nbsp;host South Africa and&nbsp;Australia for three T20Is each before heading to the forthcoming T20 World Cup, to be held in Australia from October-November. BCCI chief Sourav Ganguly&nbsp;confirmed the development&nbsp;after the board's Apex Council on Thursday (July 21).

Virat Kohli-led India had a disastrous campaign in last year's T20 World Cup, held in the UAE. Hence, the board is keen to leave no stone unturned this time around to ensure Men in Blue's success in the upcoming showpiece event Down Under. Hence, two more home series have been confirmed now in the shortest format in the run-up to the marquee tournament.

"We will host SA and Australia for three T20Is each before going for the T20 World Cup. South Africa will come to India after concluding their ongoing England tour (in September). All those venues which didn’t get to stage a game against SA- Ranchi, Nagpur, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Indore, Mohali- will host T20Is against SA and Australia,” Ganguly told the media.

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The two T20I series will be held in September-October -- after the 2022 Asia Cup (also to be held in the shortest format) in the UAE -- whereas the final dates and venues will be revealed later.&nbsp;

The Indian team had hosted South Africa in five T20Is in early June, soon after the end of IPL 2022. The series ended in a 2-2 stalemate. They will like to beat the Proteas this time around and also get the better of the World T20 champions Australia before leaving the country for the eighth edition of the T20 WC.

India are set to host South Africa and Australia for three T20Is each before heading to the forthcoming T20 World Cup, to be held in Australia from October-November.

India are set to host South Africa and Australia for three T20Is each before heading to the forthcoming T20 World Cup, to be held in Australia from October-November. BCCI chief Sourav Ganguly confirmed the development after the board's Apex Council on Thursday (July 21). Virat Kohli-led India had a disastrous campaign in last year's T20 World Cup, held in the UAE. Hence, the board is keen to leave no stone unturned this time around to ensure Men in Blue's success in the upcoming showpiece event Down Under. Hence, two more home series have been confirmed now in the shortest format in the run-up to the marquee tournament. "We will host SA and Australia for three T20Is each before going for the T20 World Cup. South Africa will come to India after concluding their ongoing England tour (in September). All those venues which didn’t get to stage a game against SA- Ranchi, Nagpur, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Indore, Mohali- will host T20Is against SA and Australia,” Ganguly told the media. ALSO READ | How should Kohli tackle off-stump line bowling? Ex-India captain urges batter to learn from Tendulkar The two T20I series will be held in September-October -- after the 2022 Asia Cup (also to be held in the shortest format) in the UAE -- whereas the final dates and venues will be revealed later. The Indian team had hosted South Africa in five T20Is in early June, soon after the end of IPL 2022. The series ended in a 2-2 stalemate. They will like to beat the Proteas this time around and also get the better of the World T20 champions Australia before leaving the country for the eighth edition of the T20 WC.

India to host South Africa, Australia for three T20Is each prior to T20 World Cup, reveals Sourav Ganguly

Dinesh Karthik's splendid run in IPL 2022 revived his career as the veteran cricketer made a comeback into the national side during the India-South Africa home T20Is, in early June. Since then, Karthik has played some vital knocks versus the Proteas and during the series opener of the England T20Is, in Southampton.

Rishabh Pant, on the other hand, had a decent IPL 15 but failed miserably in the following SA T20Is. To date, he hasn't made big contributions in the shortest format, however, his&nbsp;heroics in India's recently-concluded England ODIs keeps him in the reckoning to be in the Men in Blue squad for the 2022 T20 World Cup (T20 WC), to be held in Australia later this year.

When Ricky Ponting -- coach of Pant-led Delhi Capitals (DC) -- was asked to name India's&nbsp;wicketkeeper for the eighth edition of T20 WC, he gave an interesting reply.&nbsp;

"We have seen what Rishabh is capable of in 50-over cricket and I know absolutely what he is capable of in the T20 game. Dinesh Karthik has had his best IPL ever just very recently ... and I would be trying to find every possible way to have both of those guys in my team. Rishabh to bat, in that three-four-five range, and have Dinesh and maybe Hardik Pandya... if you have those guys finishing for you, well that batting line-up looks very, very dangerous," Ponting shared his views on The ICC Review Show.

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For the unversed, the keeper's slot is a four-way race with Ishan Kishan and Sanju Samson also in the reckoning. Thus, the Rohit Sharma-Rahul Dravid-led team management have a lot to think about while finalising their line-up for the forthcoming marquee event Down Under.

Pant can be slotted in the middle order whereas Ishan can be in the top three and DK is likely to be the finisher, along with Hardik Pandya and Ravindra Jadeja. Nonetheless, it will certainly not&nbsp;be a cakewalk for the team management in choosing the final T20 WC squad due to&nbsp;problems of plenty.
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Dinesh Karthik's splendid run in IPL 2022 revived his career as the veteran cricketer made a comeback into the national side during the India-South Africa home T20Is, in early June.

Dinesh Karthik's splendid run in IPL 2022 revived his career as the veteran cricketer made a comeback into the national side during the India-South Africa home T20Is, in early June. Since then, Karthik has played some vital knocks versus the Proteas and during the series opener of the England T20Is, in Southampton. Rishabh Pant, on the other hand, had a decent IPL 15 but failed miserably in the following SA T20Is. To date, he hasn't made big contributions in the shortest format, however, his heroics in India's recently-concluded England ODIs keeps him in the reckoning to be in the Men in Blue squad for the 2022 T20 World Cup (T20 WC), to be held in Australia later this year. When Ricky Ponting -- coach of Pant-led Delhi Capitals (DC) -- was asked to name India's wicketkeeper for the eighth edition of T20 WC, he gave an interesting reply. "We have seen what Rishabh is capable of in 50-over cricket and I know absolutely what he is capable of in the T20 game. Dinesh Karthik has had his best IPL ever just very recently ... and I would be trying to find every possible way to have both of those guys in my team. Rishabh to bat, in that three-four-five range, and have Dinesh and maybe Hardik Pandya... if you have those guys finishing for you, well that batting line-up looks very, very dangerous," Ponting shared his views on The ICC Review Show. ALSO READ | Shoaib Akhtar urges Rishabh Pant to lose weight, feels youngster can 'become a model & earn crores' For the unversed, the keeper's slot is a four-way race with Ishan Kishan and Sanju Samson also in the reckoning. Thus, the Rohit Sharma-Rahul Dravid-led team management have a lot to think about while finalising their line-up for the forthcoming marquee event Down Under. Pant can be slotted in the middle order whereas Ishan can be in the top three and DK is likely to be the finisher, along with Hardik Pandya and Ravindra Jadeja. Nonetheless, it will certainly not be a cakewalk for the team management in choosing the final T20 WC squad due to problems of plenty.

Pant or Karthik: Ricky Ponting names his choice for India's wicketkeeper's slot for 2022 T20 WC

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