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"Not About Personal Milestones": Rohit's 'Win The Trophy' Remark Ahead Of T20 World Cup 2024

Less than half a month remains to the start of T20 World Cup 2024. The mega event that will take place in USA and West Indies is set to start on June 1. Team India, which will continue its prolonged quest for a major ICC title in 11 years, is set to start its campaign on June 5 with a match against Ireland. After this, the Rohit Sharma-led side will face arch-rivals Pakistan in a high-octane encounter on June 9. India will then play against USA on June 12 before facing Canada on June 15 for their last group stage match.

Hardik Pandya's T20 World Cup Selection Done Under Pressure? Jay Shah's Remark A 'Hint'

India's T20 World Cup 2024 squad saw some bold decisions being taken by selectors as an out-of-form Hardik Pandya earned the nod while players like Shubman Gill and Rinku Singh were snubbed. Though the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) chief selector Ajit Agarkar revealed in a press conference that Hardik's selection was down to a lack of alternatives, a report later revealed that the selection committee was under pressure to pick the Mumbai Indians all-rounder. BCCI secretary Jay Shah has now opened up on the T20 World Cup squad selection, saying players can't be picked purely on the basis of IPL form.

"Size Of Wankhede": First Look Of The Stadium That'll Host India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup Game Is Here. Watch

The newly-built Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, near New York, was launched on Wednesday with the sport's world body "excited" to conquer new territories through the T20 World Cup in June. The 34,000-capacity stadium, with infrastructure from the Las Vegas Formula 1 circuit and drop-in pitches prepared in Florida, will host the hotly-anticipated India-Pakistan clash on June 9, among its eight scheduledWorld Cup games.

How Did It Feel To Succeed Virat Kohli As India Captain? Rohit Sharma Replies, "Good Things Happen..."

Rohit Sharma will have one more chance to lead India to glory when the side gets down to action at the T20 World Cup 2024 next month. Under Rohit Sharma, the Indian cricket team qualified for the final of the ICC World Test Championship final and the ODI Cricket World Cup final in 2023. India lost both the title clashes. Now, Rohit will be eyeing redemption in the shortest format. Before the marquee event, Rohit Sharma took part in an interesting discussion where he touched upon various aspects of his international career including taking over the Indian cricket team captaincy from Virat Kohli.

Hardik Pandya Picked For T20 WC 'Under Pressure'; Rohit Sharma, Ajit Agarkar Against It: Report

There have been rumours of a possible rift between Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya ever since the latter was appointed captain of the Mumbai Indians (MI) ahead of IPL 2024. Hardik had replaced Rohit as MI captain after rejoining the franchise from Gujarat Titans (GT) during the trade window. However, it is safe to say that the move has backfired as MI are already out of the IPL 2024 playoffs contention. Also, Hardik's performance this season has been mediocre to say the least.

"Seen More Downs Than Ups": Rohit Sharma Takes Emotional Career Dive

As the Indian cricket team gears up for the T20 World Cup 2024 showdown, Rohit Sharma will once again don the captain's hat and look to take his teammates all the way in the marquee event. Named as the captain of the Indian team after Virat Kohli's exit as skipper, Rohit has done well in leading the team across formats. But, it's the pursuit of an ICC title that continues to drive him. In a candid chat, Rohit opened up on his cricketing journey, giving insights into his 'human side', that remains his driving force.

"At The Big Stage...": Sourav Ganguly On Rohit Sharma's Dismal Form Ahead Of T20 World Cup

It has been a disappointing IPL 2024 campaign for Rohit Sharma as the Indian cricket team skipper has struggled to score big for Mumbai Indians till now. The veteran batter has managed to score 349 runs in 13 matches with an average of just over 29 and a strike rate of around 145. The lack of form has been quite harmful for Mumbai Indians who have won just 4 out of their 13 matches and were also the first side to crash out of the IPL 2024 playoffs race. It has also become a big worry for Indian cricket team fans with the T20 World Cup just around the corner but former India captain Sourav Ganguly is not concerned.

Did 'IPL Scheduling' Hamper India's T20 WC Preparation? Harbhajan Singh Drops Bombshell

Former Indian cricket team spinner Harbhajan Singh expressed his displeasure at the Rohit Sharma-led side's preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024. With the IPL 2024 final taking place on May 26, the Indian cricket team players will not have much time to practice with each other as the T20 World Cup will begin from June 2. India will face Ireland in their tournament opener on June 5 and that will allow them to play just two matches before the competition. Harbhajan blamed the 'IPL scheduling' for not allowing the Indian cricket team players for not getting enough time to hold proper training camps.

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"Not About Personal Milestones": Rohit's 'Win The Trophy' Remark Ahead Of T20 World Cup 2024

Hardik Pandya's T20 World Cup Selection Done Under Pressure? Jay Shah's Remark A 'Hint'

"Size Of Wankhede": First Look Of The Stadium That'll Host India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup Game Is Here. Watch

How Did It Feel To Succeed Virat Kohli As India Captain? Rohit Sharma Replies, "Good Things Happen..."

Hardik Pandya Picked For T20 WC 'Under Pressure'; Rohit Sharma, Ajit Agarkar Against It: Report

"Seen More Downs Than Ups": Rohit Sharma Takes Emotional Career Dive

"At The Big Stage...": Sourav Ganguly On Rohit Sharma's Dismal Form Ahead Of T20 World Cup

Did 'IPL Scheduling' Hamper India's T20 WC Preparation? Harbhajan Singh Drops Bombshell