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Cricket World Cup 2023: "If Requirement Is There..." - Rohit Sharma On Possible Playing XI vs Pakistan

Rohit Sharma is not averse to playing three spinners against Pakistan at the Narendra Modi Stadium ground with big square boundaries. But, on the eve of the blockbuster Cricket World Cup 2023 face-off, the Indian cricket team captain was in two minds over whether to continue with Shardul Thakur or bring in his senior off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin. Asked if the track warrants playing three spinners, Rohit said: "I don't know, honestly. If there is a change or two we need to make, we will be ready with that. And the guys have been informed very well in advance about these kind of changes. So, I don't think it's going to be any issues with the players. But if the requirement is there for us to play three spinners, we will play three spinners," the skipper kept things pretty open-ended."

Watch: Shardul Thakur Receives Best Fielder Medal Against Afghanistan. Virat Kohli's Reaction Goes Viral

Team India continued with their fiery performance and registered their second win in the ongoing ODI World Cup, with a eight-wicket win over Afghanistan. Opting to bat first, Afghanistan posted a total of 272/8 in 50 overs with Jasprit Bumrah taking a four-wicket haul. Later, skipper Rohit Sharma hammered a century as the hosts chased down the target in just 35 overs. Apart from such a brilliant chase, it was Shardul Thakur's fantastic catch which grabbed a lot of limelight.

R Ashwin Or Shardul Thakur: India's Selection Dilemma Ahead Of Pakistan Clash In Cricket World Cup

The Indian cricket team went into the Cricket World Cup 2023 with a few questions regarding their batting line-up with experts and fans wondering how they will manage the No. 4 conundrum. However, a match-winning knock by KL Rahul against Australia and Shreyas Iyer's return to form against Afghanistan has actually allayed fears and provided the hosts with somewhat of a concrete line-up. Ahead of a crucial match against Pakistan on October 14, that was good news for the fans but just as one question was answered, a new dilemma has reared its head. With Ravichandran Ashwin playing the first game in Chennai and then making way for Shardul Thakur in the next game at Hyderabad, a new question exists about the bowling team combination that can prove to be a major headache for selectors.

Watch: Shardul Thakur's Acrobatic Catch On Boundary Line Leaves Fans Spellbound During Cricket World Cup 2023

Shardul Thakur impressed both fans and experts alike with a brilliant catch to dismiss Rahmanullah Gurbaz during the Cricket World Cup 2023 match between India and Afghanistan on Wednesday. During the 13th over of the Afghanistan innings, Gurbaz was taken aback by a short ball from Hardik Pandya and he ended up miscuing his shot towards the deep backward square leg boundary. Shardul anticipated the catch brilliantly as he took it calmly, flicked the ball away as he crossed the boundary line and came back in time to complete it properly. The crowd showed their appreciation for Shardul as celebrations erupted.

Ravichandran Ashwin Trains Intensely At Nets Ahead Of Cricket World Cup 2023 Match vs Australia

Veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin went through an engaging net session in Chennai, ahead of World Cup 2023 match between India and Australia. Ashwin could be included as the third spinner behind Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav against the Aussies ahead of pacer Shardul Thakur considering a possibly gripping pitch at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, and his hold over veterans David Warner and Steve Smith. Ashwin, who takes the ball away from the left-handers with his off-breaks, has had the measure of Warner in the past, dismissing him 11 times in the Tests.

"13 Available, Many Sick..." - Rohit Sharma's Worrying Statement Ahead Of 3rd ODI Against Australia

Indian cricket team skipper Rohit Sharma said on Tuesday that he has just 13 players to choose from for the final ODI match against Australia in Rajkot. Shubman Gill was not available for selection after the squad was hit by a viral sickness while fast bowlers Shardul Thakur and Mohammed Shami along with all-rounder Hardik Pandya opted to go back home. While there is not much tension among the team management as the side has already sealed the three-match series against Australia, they would like all the players to regain match fitness in time for the upcoming Cricket World Cup 2023.

India's Predicted XI vs Australia, 2nd ODI: Will Shreyas Iyer Get Another Chance?

After clinching victory in the first ODI, Team India will face Australia in the second ODI match on Sunday in Indore. The KL Rahul-led team registered a thumping five-wicket win over the visitors in the first on Friday, where Mohammed Shami registered a five-wicket haul. Later, Team India chased down the target of 277 with two balls to spare. Ruturaj Gaikwad and Shubman Gill played a knock of 71 and 74 runs, respectively. Shreyas Iyer will be desperate for some runs after missing out on a flat track while the skillful R Ashwin will be searching for wickets.

"India May Drop Cricket World Cup...": Ex-India Star's 'Caution' For Rohit Sharma And Co.

The India vs Australia ODI series started a great not for the KL Rahul-led Indian cricket team on Friday. The Indian cricket team, which is in the final stages of preparation for the Cricket World Cup, won the first match of India vs Australia three-ODI series by 5 wickets. There were great shows from Mohammed Shami, Suryakumar Yadav, Shubman Gill all of whom are part of India's Cricket World Cup squad.

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Cricket World Cup 2023: "If Requirement Is There..." - Rohit Sharma On Possible Playing XI vs Pakistan

Watch: Shardul Thakur Receives Best Fielder Medal Against Afghanistan. Virat Kohli's Reaction Goes Viral

R Ashwin Or Shardul Thakur: India's Selection Dilemma Ahead Of Pakistan Clash In Cricket World Cup

Watch: Shardul Thakur's Acrobatic Catch On Boundary Line Leaves Fans Spellbound During Cricket World Cup 2023

Ravichandran Ashwin Trains Intensely At Nets Ahead Of Cricket World Cup 2023 Match vs Australia

"13 Available, Many Sick..." - Rohit Sharma's Worrying Statement Ahead Of 3rd ODI Against Australia

India's Predicted XI vs Australia, 2nd ODI: Will Shreyas Iyer Get Another Chance?

"India May Drop Cricket World Cup...": Ex-India Star's 'Caution' For Rohit Sharma And Co.