With just hours to go before the high-stakes clash against Pakistan, India’s team management seems set to adjust the playing XI, aiming to strengthen the side by adding an extra spinner for the pivotal T20 World Cup encounter.
Changes are expected in the batting order. As per Indian media, fast bowler Arshdeep Singh is likely to be replaced by spinner Kuldeep Yadav.
Reports suggest that opener Abhishek Sharma has been declared fully fit and will open the innings alongside wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan.
Following Abhishek’s return, Rinku Singh is likely to be left out of the side.
The squad is also likely to include young batter Tilak Varma, while experienced batter Suryakumar Yadav and wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson are set to strengthen the middle order.
In the all-rounders and bowling department, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, and Varun Chakravarthy are expected to feature, while pacer Jasprit Bumrah remains a key component of the attack.
Earlier, there had been intense debate over India’s likely playing XI for the high-stakes encounter with Pakistan in Colombo.
Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav and head coach Gautam Gambhir were reportedly facing tough decisions, particularly regarding the inclusion of Kuldeep Yadav to bolster the spin department.
Indian media now claim that the management has opted to add the wrist-spinner for the crucial contest.
India have won both of their group-stage matches so far, while Pakistan also stand unbeaten with two victories.
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