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"Keep Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Fresh For ODIs, Tests": Ravi Shastri All For Big Change In India's T20I Team

After the 2022 T20 World Cup, where India could not go beyond the semi-final stage, there have been deliberations on whether fresh blood and ideas needed to be introduced in the T20I team. Many reports suggested that Hardik Pandya getting regular opportunities as the Indian T20I captain, after the World Cup, is an indication in that direction. While the discussions continue on that front, former India coach Ravi Shastri has suggested that it's time to give youngsters a chance in the T20I squad. In a discussion on ESPNCricinfo, one of the panelists asked: "Potential Shubman Gll, Yashasvi jaiswal, Hardik Pandya at No. 3, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Verma, Jitesh Sharma, very fresh team from the past, would cup do they make the top 6?"

"Selectors Must Be Monitoring...": Ravi Shastri's Huge Prediction For IPL Star

Former Indian head coach Ravi Shastri said that selectors must be keeping a close eye on young Rajasthan Royals (RR) batter Yashasvi Jaiswal, whose game Shastri termed as one with "power and timing". As we have entered the last week of the league stage in IPL 2023, the competition is only getting intense. On Super Sunday as teams begin the Race to the Playoffs, fans are going to witness two very crucial games as teams need those two crucial points to keep their qualification hopes alive.

"New Faces...": Ravi Shastri's Massive Prediction For India's 2024 T20 World Cup Squad

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri is expecting a number of new faces in India's T20 World Cup squad next year with skipper Hardik Pandya having a "big say" in selection matters. While the likes of Test and ODI captain Rohit Sharma and star batter Virat Kohli still remain in the T20 scheme of things, the phasing out process had started after a disappointing semi-final exit in last year's global meet in Australia. "I think they will (look in new direction)," Shastri told ESPN Cricinfo.

"Emotional Homecoming For Hardik Pandya But Beating Mumbai Indians Won't Be Easy": Ravi Shastri

Former India cricketer Ravi Shastri reckons it will be an emotional homecoming for Gujarat Titans' skipper Hardik Pandya who achieved stardom playing at Wankhede but defeating Mumbai Indians here is always tough for visiting teams. Speaking on Star Sports' Cricket Live, Ravi Shastri said, "Hardik's homecoming will be emotional. He will play a crucial match against the team at the ground where he rose to stardom. Hardik would like to prove a lot by leading his team to victory.

"If Selectors Don't Pick Them...": Ravi Shastri's Tracer-Bullet On IPL Duo's Selection

Rajasthan Royals (RR) opening batter Yashasvi Jaiswal smashed the fastest half-century in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL) during the game against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Thursday. With RR chasing a target of 150, Jaiswal breached the 50-run mark in 13 deliveries, breaking the record which has held jointly by Pat Cummins and KL Rahul (14 balls). Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh was impressed with Jaiswal's counter-attacking knocking, and said that he would pick the youngster straightaway in the Indian team for the ODI World Cup.

How MS Dhoni Made CSK A Powerhouse In 2023, Ravi Shastri Brilliantly Explains

MS Dhoni's Chennai Super Kings are sitting pretty in the IPL 2023 points table at the second spot with 13 points in 11 games. While they have lost two out of their last four games while one was washed out, Dhoni's team are still a notch above the rest with most teams on 10 points having played the same number or one less game than CSK. The buzz has been going around that this might be the 41-year-old Dhoni's last IPL, though he is yet to officially confirm the same.

"Can Get Lot Of Brownie Points Using...": Ravi Shastri's 'Smart' Advice After Virat Kohli, Sourav Ganguly's Viral Handshake

The IPL 2023 is being closely followed - not only the matches but also what happens after the matches. The incident involving Virat Kohli, Gautam Gambhir, Naveen-ul-Haq for example. Royal Challengers Bangalore star Kohli's altercation with Lucknow Super Giants mentor Gambhir and player Naveen got wide publicity. Then, after Delhi Capitals' first leg match against RCB, Kohli missing a handshake with DC Director of Cricket Ganguly raised all kinds of speculation. Then again, the duo's handshake after the second leg of the two teams match also made the headlines.

IPL 2023: Virat Kohli's "Home vs Away" Stats Highlight Concerning Aspects Of His Game

As the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 season reaches a decisive stage, Virat Kohli's pace of scoring runs has left fans and pundits divided. Though the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) Stalwart has been hailed by many for his consistency in scoring runs, there remain those too who aren't impressed by his strike-rate, especially in the middle overs. As Kohli's side prepares to take on Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede on Tuesday, a concerning stat has emerged highlighting the contrasting strike-rate that Kohli has had home and away.

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"Keep Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Fresh For ODIs, Tests": Ravi Shastri All For Big Change In India's T20I Team

"Selectors Must Be Monitoring...": Ravi Shastri's Huge Prediction For IPL Star

"New Faces...": Ravi Shastri's Massive Prediction For India's 2024 T20 World Cup Squad

"Emotional Homecoming For Hardik Pandya But Beating Mumbai Indians Won't Be Easy": Ravi Shastri

"If Selectors Don't Pick Them...": Ravi Shastri's Tracer-Bullet On IPL Duo's Selection

How MS Dhoni Made CSK A Powerhouse In 2023, Ravi Shastri Brilliantly Explains

"Can Get Lot Of Brownie Points Using...": Ravi Shastri's 'Smart' Advice After Virat Kohli, Sourav Ganguly's Viral Handshake

IPL 2023: Virat Kohli's "Home vs Away" Stats Highlight Concerning Aspects Of His Game