India has become the fourth team to announce their squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. After much speculation, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) revealed the 15-member squad led by Rohit Sharma, with Hardik Pandya as his deputy. One of the major talking points is the return of Rishabh Pant, who has shown great form after recovering from a near-fatal car accident. Sanju Samson and Yuzvendra Chahal have also earned their recalls to the team.
KL Rahul, who has been a key player in the Indian batting lineup, did not find a place in the squad. Despite his impressive performances in the Indian Premier League (IPL), his competition for spots in the squad and his predominance as an opener in the shortest format might have influenced the selectors’ decision.
An interesting inclusion in the squad is Shivam Dube, who has shown a remarkable surge in form in the IPL. On the other hand, Rinku Singh’s comparatively subdued performance has led to him being relegated to the reserve list. The squad also features a spin-heavy bowling lineup, with Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, and Yuzvendra Chahal as specialists in the art. The strategy is likely influenced by the expected spin-friendly conditions in the West Indies and USA.
The announcement of India’s squad has generated excitement and anticipation for the T20 World Cup, which will be held in the Caribbean and USA. With a balanced and talented squad, India will aim to perform well and compete for the title in the marquee event.
