KL Rahul included, Sanju Samson misses out
As expected, KL Rahul has been named in the squad for the World Cup. However, Sanju Samson did not make the cut.
Hardik Pandya named vice-captain
Hardik Pandya has been appointed as the vice-captain of the squad, with Rohit Sharma leading the team.
KL Rahul cleared for fitness
KL Rahul has received a clearance certificate on his fitness from the NCA and will join the team in Sri Lanka for the Asia Cup.
Ishan Kishan included as second wicketkeeper
Ishan Kishan has been included in the squad as the second wicketkeeper. His impressive performance against Pakistan sealed his place in the team.
Shardul Thakur adds batting depth
Shardul Thakur has found a place in the squad, providing much-needed batting depth to the team. However, his inclusion means sacrificing a genuine wicket-taking third pacer.
Suryakumar Yadav and Kuldeep Yadav in the squad
Suryakumar Yadav has been included in the squad despite his less than satisfactory outings in the ODIs. Kuldeep Yadav will lead the spin unit along with Ravindra Jadeja.
India’s provisional squad for World Cup 2023:
- Rohit Sharma (Captain)
- Hardik Pandya (Vice-captain)
- Shubman Gill
- Virat Kohli
- Shreyas Iyer
- KL Rahul
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Shardul Thakur
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Mohammed Siraj
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Mohammed Shami
- Axar Patel
- Ishan Kishan
- Suryakumar Yadav
(With PTI inputs)
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