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"Will Be Caught...": Ex-Pakistan Star On Why Tilak Varma Might Fail In Big Events Like Asia Cup, World Cup

Rising India star Tilak Varma has made a strong case for himself with impressive batting performance in the recently-concluded five-match T20I series against West Indies. The southpaw scored 173 runs across five matches against the Caribbean team on his international debut. His performance included the scores of 51 and 49 not out. Be it the technique, patience or maturity, Varma certainly ticked all the boxes to prove that he is a talent for the future of Indian cricket. Many experts even started predicting him to take over India's number 4 spot in ODIs in the absence of recovering batter Shreyas Iyer.

Sourav Ganguly Backs This Youngster To Be India's No.4 In Absence Of Shreyas Iyer

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly on Friday said promising left-hander Tilak Varma should be India's choice for No 4 batsman at the ICC World Cup 2023 if a front-line player like Shreyas Iyer is not available. Shreyas has been recuperating at the NCA after a surgery on his injured back. But Ganguly said India has several options for the crucial No 4 slot. "Who said we don't have a No. 4? We have so many (batsmen) who can bat at that spot. I think differently; my mindset is different. This is a fantastic side," Ganguly said on the sidelines of a Denver event where he was announced as the 'Brand Face.' "I see Tilak Varma as an option, being a left-hander," Ganguly said, highlighting Varma's adaptability and fearless approach to the game.

India vs Ireland - That Could've Hurt! Jasprit Bumrah Almost Trips Over Teammate On Injury Comeback. Watch

Jasprot Bumrah made a successful comeback from injury on Friday. Against Ireland in the first T20I of a three-match series, Bumrah claimed 2 for 24 with nine dot balls and formed a formidable pair with T20I debutant Prasidh Krishna (2/32) to restrict Ireland to 139 for 7 after opting to bowl. Bumrah was making a comeback after 11 months since lower back stress fractures pushed him to the sidelines. However, there was a moment in the where Bumrah could have injured himself. It happened in the 14th over by Washington Sundar, as Bumrah and Ravi Bishnoi chased a ball to the boundary.

Indian Cricket Team Cap "Very Easy To Get" Now: Ex-Pacer Asks BCCI, Team Management To Watch Out

Former India pacer Atul Wassan has said that getting an India cap has become "very easy" for players now. His statement comes after India decided to test their squad with certain changes. While Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma along with some other senior players were rested in two of the three ODIs against West Indies and were not included in the T20I series against the Caribbean side, their absence gave youngsters a chance to feature for the national team. India's tour to the West Indies saw the likes of Mukesh Kumar, Tilak Varma and Yashasvi Jaiswal.

Jasprit Bumrah Shines On Return As India Beat Ireland In Rain-Hit 1st T20I

Pace sensation Jasprit Bumrah ticked all the boxes on his much-anticipated return to lead India to a two-run win over Ireland by DLS Method in a rain-interrupted first T20I of the three-match series, here on Friday. Leading the side on his return after an 11-month injury layoff, Bumrah claimed 2 for 24 with nine dot balls and formed a formidable pair with T20I debutant Prasidh Krishna (2/32) to restrict Ireland to 139 for 7 after opting to bowl.

India vs Ireland, 1st T20 Live Score: Jasprit Bumrah And Co Aim For Winning Start vs Ireland

India vs Ireland, 1st T20I, Live Updates:India will be taking on Ireland in the first T20I of the five-match series on Friday in Dublin. The visitors will be led by star pacer Jasprit Bumrah, who will be returning to action after recovering from a back injury.

Ireland vs India, 1st T20I: Will Rain Play Spoilsport On Jasprit Bumrah's Return To Action?

The wait is finally over as Jasprit Bumrah is all set to return to action when India take on Ireland in the first T20I of the three-match series against Ireland at the Malahide Cricket Club in Dublin. Bumrah, who has been named captain for the series, has been out of action since September last year due to a recurring back issue and had surgery in New Zealand in March earlier this year. Bumrah's return is a timely one for the Indian team, which is set to take part in the Asia Cup, as well as the World Cup on home soil.

From Tilak Varma To Dewald Brevis: U19 Stars Who Could Feature In World Cup 2023

Tilak Varma and Dewald Brevis, two breakout stars from previous U19 World Cups, are among the few young players hoping to compete in the 2023 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup. Tilak Varma's second ball in international cricket was despatched calmly over deep square for a maximum. The fearless teenager did it again the next time he faced a pacy Alzarri Joseph. Tilak is already being considered for a spot in India's World Cup squad after finishing his first T20I series, having scored 173 runs in five matches with a strike rate of over 140 and showcasing immense maturity and composure.

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"Will Be Caught...": Ex-Pakistan Star On Why Tilak Varma Might Fail In Big Events Like Asia Cup, World Cup

Sourav Ganguly Backs This Youngster To Be India's No.4 In Absence Of Shreyas Iyer

India vs Ireland - That Could've Hurt! Jasprit Bumrah Almost Trips Over Teammate On Injury Comeback. Watch

Indian Cricket Team Cap "Very Easy To Get" Now: Ex-Pacer Asks BCCI, Team Management To Watch Out

Jasprit Bumrah Shines On Return As India Beat Ireland In Rain-Hit 1st T20I

India vs Ireland, 1st T20 Live Score: Jasprit Bumrah And Co Aim For Winning Start vs Ireland

Ireland vs India, 1st T20I: Will Rain Play Spoilsport On Jasprit Bumrah's Return To Action?

From Tilak Varma To Dewald Brevis: U19 Stars Who Could Feature In World Cup 2023