As excitement builds for the announcement of India's T20 World Cup 2024 squad by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), former India women's team captain Mithali Raj has unveiled her probable 15-man India squad for the ICC tournament.
Mithali Raj has thrown her support behind Yashasvi Jaiswal for the opener's role alongside captain Rohit Sharma. In Mithali's lineup, Royal Challengers Bangalore legend Virat Kohli maintains his regular position at number three. Following him, Suryakumar Yadav, known for his explosiveness in the T20 format, occupies the number four spot.
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For the wicketkeeper position, Mithali has chosen Rishabh Pant as her primary option, with Sanju Samson as the backup keeper, leading to KL Rahul's exclusion from the squad.
The veteran has included power-hitters like Shivam Dube and Rinku Singh in her squad. Mithali selected Hardik Pandya as one of the all-rounders, despite concerns being raised over his form and fitness.
Mithali's chosen spin department comprises all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, along with Yuzvendra Chahal and Kuldeep Yadav. Meanwhile, the pace bowling unit is led by Jasprit Bumrah, supported by Arshdeep Singh and Mohammed Siraj, offering a balanced attack for the squad.
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Mithali Raj's India squad for ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024: Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Sanju Samson, Rinku Singh, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Hardik Pandya, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Mohammed Siraj.
When will BCCI announce India's T20 World Cup 2024 squad?
Ajit Agarkar-led Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) selection committee is expected to announce Rohit Sharma-led India's 15-man T20 World Cup 2024 squad on Monday (April 29). ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 tournament begins from June 1st onwards.