India’s young guns, led by Shubman Gill, clinched a five-match T20I series 3-1. This series provided an opportunity for youngsters to secure their place in the India T20I team. Highlights included Abhishek Sharma’s blistering century and the dynamic opening partnership of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill. As India gears up for the three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka, these players could earn spots in the squad, even with the return of T20 World Cup stars.
Abhishek Sharma
Abhishek Sharma can secure his place in the team, having earned his cap for the Indian cricket team after a stellar stint in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. Exceptional performances in the IND vs ZIM series highlight his potential. Not only as an opener, but the left-handed batter could also get a chance as a batting all-rounder capable of delivering 1-2 overs.
Shubman Gill
After Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli announced their retirement from the shortest format of the game, Gill has become the first choice as opener. In the series, with his two fifties, he has shown that he is ready to take on the role of opener.
Yashasvi Jaiswal
Yashasvi Jaiswal will accompany Gill as India’s second opener. Both batters have exceptional records in T20s. Jaiswal scored a handsome unbeaten 93 off 53 balls.
Latest News
Ruturaj Gaikwad
Though India has plenty of openers in their team, we cannot overlook the performance of Ruturaj Gaikwad in the series. He has also scored two brilliant half-centuries, batting at an unfamiliar spot at number 4.
Ravi Bishnoi
After Ravindra Jadeja, India needs spin options. Ravi Bishnoi has been patiently waiting for his chance in the team. He could create wonders with his spin if given the opportunity in future series.
