As the T20 World Cup approaches, teams are preparing fervently, unveiling their squads for the mega event. Recently, Team India disclosed their lineup, joining others in crafting formidable teams. With May 25 looming as the final deadline, squads are being meticulously finalized, with teams striving to ensure they have the best possible lineup for the tournament.
Deadline to Make Changes:
The T20 World Cup is poised to take place in the USA and West Indies, generating immense anticipation in both nations. On Tuesday, April 30, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) unveiled the 15-man India squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, marking the end of the eager wait for cricket enthusiasts worldwide. New Zealand became the first team to announce their squad. Pakistan, Canada, Australia, the USA, and a few others are yet to announce their squad.
While the 15-man squads for the T20 World Cup are typically considered final, there’s still a provision for adjustments. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has granted teams the flexibility to tweak their squads until May 25. This window allows teams to substitute a player named in the squad with another who wasn’t initially selected, providing an opportunity for last-minute adjustments to bolster team composition.
However, any alterations beyond the May 25 deadline necessitate approval from the ICC’s Event Technical Committee. This ensures that changes made after the stipulated date adhere to the tournament’s regulations and maintain fairness among all participating teams. Additionally, ICC permits replacements in the event of injuries, both before and during the tournament, to ensure teams can field their strongest possible lineup.
BCCI Revealed India’s Squad:
India has unveiled its 15-player squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, with Rohit Sharma leading the charge in their pursuit of elusive glory. Amid swirling speculations, the wicketkeeper slot saw Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson earn the nod, while the team opted for a spin-heavy bowling contingent featuring Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, and Yuzvendra Chahal. Jasprit Bumrah spearheads the pace attack, supported by Arshdeep Singh, Mohammed Siraj, and vice-captain Hardik Pandya.
The batting lineup witnessed no surprises, with Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, and Suryakumar Yadav anchoring the top order alongside skipper Rohit. Shubman Gill and Rinku Singh headline the reserves, joined by pacers Khaleel Ahmed and Avesh Khan, showcasing India’s depth and versatility in their quest for T20 cricket’s ultimate prize.
India squad: Rohit Sharma (c), Hardik Pandya (vc), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant (wk), Sanju Samson (wk), Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohd. Siraj
Reserves: Shubman Gill, Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed and Avesh Khan
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