• Tilak Varma made his ODI debut in the India versus Bangladesh clash at Asia Cup 2023.

  • The Rohit Sharma-led side has already secured berth in the tournament’s final.

Netizens react as Tilak Varma receives his ODI debut cap; India makes 5 changes for Bangladesh clash – Asia Cup 2023
Tilak Varma makes his ODI debut (Image Source: @BCCI)

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Team India are taking on Bangladesh in the 6th and final match of the Super 4 stage at Asia Cup 2023 on Friday. In preparation for this crucial encounter, India have made significant changes to their lineup, with skipper Rohit Sharma opting to explore the team’s bench strength in this dead rubber.

In a bold move, India have introduced five players into the lineup, resting several key figures who have been pivotal throughout the tournament. The decision to rest Virat Kohli, Hardik Pandya, Kuldeep Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah reflects India’s confidence in their reserve players.

Tilak Varma makes his ODI debut

The spotlight of the day fell on 20-year-old Mumbai Indians star batter Tilak Varma as he was handed his ODI debut cap by captain Rohit Sharma. Tilak’s inclusion in the playing XI marks a significant moment in his burgeoning cricketing career.

Tilak has already displayed his cricketing prowess in the T20I format, representing India against the West Indies and Ireland last month. His fearless batting approach and ability to adapt to challenging situations have earned him accolades.

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From IPL to international arena

Tilak first captured attention with his standout performances for the MI in the Indian Premier League (IPL) after making his debut in the 2022 edition. Since then, he has featured in 25 IPL matches, amassing 740 runs at an impressive average of 38.95 and a striking strike rate of 144.53.

Despite his impressive performances, it’s worth noting that Tilak did not secure a spot in the 15-man shortlist for the upcoming ICC ODI World Cup. However, his inclusion in the Asia Cup squad signifies that he remains a promising prospect for Indian cricket.

As the news of Tilak’s ODI debut spread, cricket enthusiasts and netizens took to social media to express their excitement and support for the young talent.

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Here is how netizens reacted:

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