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Gautam Gambhir selects his India team for the ODI World Cup 2023; there’s no space for Shreyas Iyer
Gautam Gambhir has removed Shreyas Iyer of the India team for ODI World Cup 2023.
Gambhir announced KL Rahul and Ishan Kishan as wicketkeepers.
The ICC ODI World Cup 2023 coming up the expectation and anticipation are hitting a high pitch in the cricket-loving nation of India. The last time India was awarded the ICC Trophy was 2013 and the most recent World Cup title came in 2011, when MS Dhoni led the team to victory. The team is now under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, the expectations are rising.
In a recent development the the former Indian opener and famous cricket analyst, Gautam Gambhir, has announced his India team for the highly anticipated event. His selections are an amalgamation of youth and experience however, one notable absence has caused some apprehension with regard to the absence in the absence of Shreyas Iyer.
Gambhir announced his team as he aired his commentary on his commentary for the Asia Cup game between India and Nepal on Star Sports. His selections to play in the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 include some of India’s most prominent cricketers. On top of the list, the team includes players like Rohit Sharma Shubman Gill Virat Kohli and the dynamic Suryakumar Yadav who are all expected to play key roles in India’s tournament.
Gambhir is comprised of KL Rahul and Ishan Kishan while Iyer has no space
In a surprise decision, Gambhir left out Iyer despite his outstanding performances and his recent return to his Asia Cup squad. Iyer was seen by many as the perfect candidate for the fourth position, which made his absence even more frustrating. Gambhir’s decision not to include Iyer has led to fierce debates among cricket fans via social networks.
The wicketkeeping department takes an approach that is double-headed, that includes KL Rahul as well as Ishan Kishan both being considered. Gambhir’s picks for the all-rounders are the multi-faceted Ravindra Jadeja, as well as the tough-hitting Hardik Pandya. They are also bolstered by the exciting Washington Sundar.
The bowling attack of India, which is often the underlying factor in their success in major tournaments, is comprised of the three pacemen Jasprit Bumrah Mohammed Shami, and Mohammed Siraj who are all well-known by their capacity to spin as well as seam the ball well. For spin, Gambhir has opted for the skill of wrist-spinning Kuldeep Yadav.
Gautam Gambhir’s India team for the ODI World Cup 2023
Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, KL Rahul (wk), Ishan Kishan (wk), Axar Patel, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami.
