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As the cricketing world eagerly awaits the T20 World Cup 2024, discussions and speculations surrounding India’s squad and potential lineup have reached a fever pitch. Among the many voices joining the conversation is the seasoned former Indian bowler, Venkatesh Prasad, who recently took to Twitter to unveil his vision for India’s top-order batting lineup in the upcoming tournament.
IPL 2024 ignites fierce competition for World Cup spot
With the first half of IPL 2024 showcasing stellar performances from various players, the pressure and anticipation surrounding team selections have intensified. Prasad’s insights come at a crucial juncture, offering fans and selectors a glimpse into what he believes could be the winning combination for India.
Venkatesh Prasad picks India’s ideal batting lineup for T20 World Cup 2024
In his tweet, Prasad identified three key players who, according to him, are indispensable in India’s top-order batting lineup for the T20 World Cup. He named Shivam Dube, Suryakumar Yadav, and Rinku Singh as his must-haves, alongside the formidable duo of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. However, he left the wicket-keeper batter slot open for discussion, acknowledging the intriguing dilemma it poses for the selectors.
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Prasad explains the rationale behind his choices
Prasad’s rationale behind his picks is clear and concise. He highlighted Dube’s striking ability against spinners, Suryakumar’s prowess as one of the best T20 international batters, and Rinku’s exceptional finishing skills. For Prasad, having these three dynamic players in the starting eleven alongside Kohli and Rohit would create a formidable batting lineup capable of taking on any opposition.
“Shivam Dube for his striking ability against spinners, Surya for being the best T20 international batter and Rinku Singh for his exceptional finishing ability. It will be great if India finds a way to have these 3 in the 11 in the T20 WC. With Virat and Rohit , this will leave spot for just a keeper batsman. Interesting to see how it pans out,” wrote Prasad.
Key names missing from Prasad’s probable top-order
The absence of a designated wicket-keeper batter in Prasad’s lineup adds an element of intrigue to the selection process. With several talented options available, including established names and emerging talents, the battle for the wicket-keeper slot promises to be intense. At the same time, the omission of names like Hardik Pandya and Shubman Gill from Prasad’s team has also raised eyebrows.
