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"You Have To Make Tough Choices": Rohit Sharma On Players "Fighting For Their Spots"

Indian cricket team skipper Rohit Sharma admitted that one has to take tough calls while selecting players for the big tournaments like World Cup. The Board of Control for Cricket in India announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming marquee event that is set to be hosted in India in October-November this year. While fit-again KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer and Jasprit Bumrah made it to the team for the world event, players like Sanju Samson, Yuzvendra Chahal and Tilak Varma were excluded.

Watch: Rohit Sharma's Reaction To Being Named India's Cricket World Cup 2023 Captain Goes Viral

The Indian cricket team squad for Cricket World Cup 2023 was announced on Tuesday with skipper Rohit Sharma and chief selector Ajit Agarkar holding a press conference in Kandy. At the start of the press conference, Agarkar read out all the 15 names who were included in the squad. Rohit's name was at the top of the list and his expression following the announcement has gone viral on social media. The India skipper jokingly punched the air before doing a small celebration after his name was announced.

"It Can Be A Bit Worrying...": Sunil Gavaskar Underlines KL Rahul's Challenge Ahead Of Cricket World Cup 2023

The inclusion of KL Rahul in India's squad for Cricket World Cup 2023 resulted in a massive debate among fans and experts. Rahul did not enjoy a great run of form in 2023 and he was missing from action since Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 as he suffered a thigh injury. The right-hander made his return to the side for Asia Cup 2023 but he once again ended up missing two matches due to a niggle. Questions have often been asked about the backing that Rahul has received over the years from the team management and legendary India opener Sunil Gavaskar has an interesting explanation.

Team India Among Bottom 3 In The World In This Aspect - Stats Reveal

India has a concerning statistic to their name in ODIs ahead of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 at home from October 5 onwards, as they have the second-lowest catch efficiency among the top 10 ranked teams since the 2019 edition of World Cup in England. During the start of India's crucial Asia Cup clash against Nepal, the Indian team dropped some easy catches. Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer, among India's best and most agile fielders, and wicketkeeper Ishan Kishan, dropped these catches.

"Repeatedly Pointed Out Rains...": Najam Sethi Lashes Out At BCCI For Ignoring His Asia Cup Pleas

Team India qualified for the Super 4 stage of the ongoing Asia Cup after they defeated Nepal by 10 wickets (DLS method) on Monday. After coming a washed out clash against Pakistan on Saturday, the Rohit Sharma-led side once again had to face the wrath of the weather as rain played a spoilsport. However, this time the result ended in the favour of Team India as they chased down the revised target of 145 runs in 20.1 overs. The regular rainfall in Sri Lanka has been topic of discussion as it has been affecting the match results.

BCCI Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar Provides New Update On KL Rahul's Fitness

KL Rahul's presence gives India's World Cup squad "the best balance" as he has met all the fitness parameters, chief selector Ajit Agarkar said on Tuesday, clearing the air of uncertainty surrounding the wicketkeeper-batter. Rahul last played for India in an ODI against Australia at Chennai earlier this march. Agarkar expressed satisfaction over the fitness levels of Rahul and said the 31-year-old has overcome his niggle that delayed his comeback in the ongoing Asia Cup. "KL (Rahul) is looking good. We feel this gives us the best balance to try and do well. KL was part of the camp in Bangalore, and he looked really good there and has got over his niggle.

4 From Mumbai Indians, None From 3 Sides: IPL Team-Wise Distribution Of India's Cricket World Cup 2023 Squad

Indian cricket team skipper Rohit Sharma and chief selector Ajit Agarkar announced the squad for Cricket World Cup 2023 on Tuesday. Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul and Jasprit Bumrah - the trio that made their return from injury recently - were all included in the squad while Sanju Samson and youngster Tilak Varma missed out. Suryakumar Yadav found a spot as a specialist batter while Ishan Kishan was the pick for wicket-keeper batter. In the spin department, Yuzvendra Chahal was a notable omission.

"When India Play Pakistan...": On Visit To Lahore, BCCI President Roger Binny Makes Big Statement

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Roger Binny and vice president Rajeev Shukla attended Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) gala dinner at Lahore on Monday in which the former India cricketer described the atmosphere of an India-Pakistan match. Binny and Shukla travelled to Pakistan following an invitation to members of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) and other cricket boards by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to attend the mega event.

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"You Have To Make Tough Choices": Rohit Sharma On Players "Fighting For Their Spots"

Watch: Rohit Sharma's Reaction To Being Named India's Cricket World Cup 2023 Captain Goes Viral

"It Can Be A Bit Worrying...": Sunil Gavaskar Underlines KL Rahul's Challenge Ahead Of Cricket World Cup 2023

Team India Among Bottom 3 In The World In This Aspect - Stats Reveal

"Repeatedly Pointed Out Rains...": Najam Sethi Lashes Out At BCCI For Ignoring His Asia Cup Pleas

BCCI Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar Provides New Update On KL Rahul's Fitness

4 From Mumbai Indians, None From 3 Sides: IPL Team-Wise Distribution Of India's Cricket World Cup 2023 Squad

"When India Play Pakistan...": On Visit To Lahore, BCCI President Roger Binny Makes Big Statement