India’s T20 World Cup campaign kicks off against Ireland in New York, followed by a showdown with arch-rivals Pakistan on June 9. Former Indian cricketer Rahul Sharma advocates for Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh to spearhead India’s bowling attack in the USA and West Indies, with Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja handling the spin duties. With four spinners and three pacers, along with two all-rounders in the squad, Sharma believes the team is well-balanced, giving captain Rohit Sharma flexibility in using the bowlers.
Regarding the finishing role, Sharma favors Shivam Dube, citing his impressive batting performances in the IPL, especially against spinners, and his ability to contribute with the ball. He also highlights Rishabh Pant’s match-winning potential in the middle order, expressing confidence in India’s overall bowling strength.
India’s warm-up match against Bangladesh precedes the tournament, scheduled at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in the USA. This venue will host eight matches, including three of India’s games, notably the highly anticipated clash against Pakistan on June 9. India’s T20 World Cup journey commences with a match against Ireland in New York, followed by the much-anticipated clash with arch-rivals Pakistan on June 9. Rahul Sharma, a former Indian cricketer, advocates for Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh to spearhead India’s bowling attack during the tournament in the USA and West Indies. He suggests complementing them with spin options like Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja, considering the conditions and pitch behavior. With a squad comprising four spinners, three pacers, and two all-rounders, Sharma believes India’s bowling lineup is well-rounded, providing captain Rohit Sharma with ample flexibility in strategy.
Sharma emphasizes Shivam Dube’s suitability for the finisher role, citing his stellar performances in the IPL, particularly against spinners, and his bowling prowess. Additionally, he highlights Rishabh Pant’s match-winning abilities in the middle order, expressing confidence in India’s overall bowling strength. Ahead of the tournament, India will face Bangladesh in a warm-up match at the newly-built Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in the USA, which is set to host eight matches, including three of India’s fixtures. Notably, the highly-anticipated India-Pakistan encounter on June 9 will also take place at this venue, adding to the excitement surrounding the event.
