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India’s 2023 Asian Games squad announced; Game over for Shikhar Dhawan: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced India’s squad for the 2023 Asian Games. The line-up will be led by Ruturaj Gaikwad, who will lead the contingent. While the main team is back in India for the ICC ODI World Cup, a second team will represent India at the Asian Games.
The announcement includes a significant ban: veteran opener Shikhar Dhawan, marking the end of his tenure with the national team. It is a pivotal moment that signals a shift towards educating the next generation of Indian cricketers.
Squad members include promising talents such as Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rahul Tripathi and Tilak Varma, all known for their exceptional batting skills. Mid-tier batsmen like Rinku Singh and Jitesh Sharma also make it, adding stability and depth to the lineup.
All-rounder Washington Sundar is also in the roster and provides equalization with his off-spin and batting skills. Shahbaz Ahmed and Shivam Dube, known for their impressive domestic cricket performances, will join the team’s all-rounder division.
Also included is leg spinner Ravi Bishnoi, who has impressed with his wicket skills. Speedsters Avesh Khan, Mukesh Kumar, and Arshdeep Singh will lead the pace attack, while Shivam Mavi offers another pace option. Rounding out the roster is hard-hitting hitter Prabhsimran Singh, bringing firepower to the lower tier.
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India’s 2023 Asian Games squad announced
The Asian Games will be held in China from September 23 to October 8. Indian fans awaiting ICC ODI World Cup 2023 ticket information may not find any updates on the ICC website yet. However, now they can breathe a sigh of relief as details of Asian Games tickets have been announced.
BCCI’s decision to participate in the 2023 Asian Games marks a significant step. It is the first time that both men’s and women’s teams will represent India at the continental games. This move underscores BCCI’s commitment to expanding the scope and impact of cricket across various international platforms.
India’s 2023 Asian Games squad marks a new phase in Indian cricket. The focus is apparently on the young talents who are being prepared for greater challenges. The omission of Shikhar Dhawan, while significant, indicates a willingness to adapt and evolve. With the World Cup and Asian Games overlapping, it is an exciting and challenging time for Indian cricket.
No doubt fans are eager to see how this young Indian side fare at the Asian Games. Will they be up to the challenge and bring home the glory? Only time can tell. Nonetheless, the stage is set for an exciting cricket season that promises plenty of action and exciting competitions. It starts!
India’s 2023 Asian Games Squad: Ruturaj (C), Jaiswal, Tripathi, Tilak Varma, Rinku, Jitesh, Washington, Shahbaz Ahmed, Bishnoi, Avesh, Arshdeep, Mukesh Kumar, Shivam Mavi, Dube and Prabhsimran.
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