India’s Squad For Asian Games 2023 Announced; Game Over For Shikhar Dhawan: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has unveiled India’s squad for the Asian Games 2023. The lineup is headlined by Ruturaj Gaikwad, who will be leading the contingent. With the main team engaged in the ICC ODI World Cup back in India, a second-string team will be representing India at the Asian Games.
The announcement sees a significant exclusion: veteran opener Shikhar Dhawan, indicating the end of his tenure with the national team. It’s a decisive moment, signaling a shift towards grooming the next generation of Indian cricketers.
Squad members include promising talents like Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rahul Tripathi, and Tilak Varma, all known for their exceptional batting prowess. Middle-order batsmen like Rinku Singh and Jitesh Sharma also make the cut, bringing stability and depth to the lineup.
All-rounder Washington Sundar is also in the squad, providing balance with his off-spin and hard-hitting abilities. Shahbaz Ahmed and Shivam Dube, known for their impactful performances in domestic cricket, will bolster the team’s all-rounder department.
Leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi, who has impressed with his wicket-taking abilities, is included too. Speedsters Avesh Khan, Mukesh Kumar, and Arshdeep Singh will spearhead the pace attack, while Shivam Mavi offers another pace option. The squad is rounded off by hard-hitting batsman Prabhsimran Singh, adding firepower to the lower order.
India’s Squad For Asian Games 2023 Announced
The Asian Games, scheduled from 23rd September to 8th October, will be held in China. Indian fans awaiting ticket information for the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 may not find updates on the ICC’s website yet. However, they can now breathe easy as details about the Asian Games tickets have been disclosed.
The BCCI’s decision to participate in the Asian Games 2023 represents a significant step. It marks the first time that both Men’s and Women’s teams will represent India in the Continental Games. This move reiterates BCCI’s commitment to expanding cricket’s scope and impact across different international platforms.
India’s Asian Games 2023 squad signals a new phase in Indian cricket. The focus is evidently on the young talents, grooming them for bigger challenges. The omission of Shikhar Dhawan, although significant, indicates a willingness to adapt and evolve. With the World Cup and Asian Games overlapping, it’s an exciting and challenging time for Indian cricket.
Undoubtedly, fans eagerly await to see how this youthful Indian side fares in the Asian Games. Will they rise to the occasion and bring home the glory? Only time will tell. Nonetheless, the stage is set for an exciting cricket season, promising a lot of action and gripping contests. It’s game on!
India’s squad for Asian Games 2023: 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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India's squad for Asian Games:
Ruturaj (C), Jaiswal, Tripathi, Tilak Varma, Rinku, Jitesh, Washington, Shahbaz Ahmed, Bishnoi, Avesh, Arshdeep, Mukesh Kumar, Shivam Mavi, Dube and Prabhsimran. pic.twitter.com/g1gRnxU4mf
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