India vs USA: Anticipated Line-up for the T20 World Cup
India is set to face the USA, co-hosts and debutants, in their next T20 World Cup 2024 Group A match in New York on Wednesday. After a thrilling low-scoring victory against Pakistan, Rohit Sharma’s team is eager to continue their winning streak. The USA, making their first T20 World Cup appearance, shocked everyone with a Super Over win against Pakistan. Led by Monank Patel and featuring several former Indian players, the USA team aims to challenge the formidable Indian side.
Shivam Dube’s Struggles and Possible Changes
Shivam Dube has been India’s weakest link in the first two games. The Chennai Super Kings’ ‘Impact Player’ is struggling on pitches where the ball grips and arrives late. Unlike MS Dhoni, who could bench him during CSK’s bowling, national captain Rohit Sharma lacks such options and has to strategically place Dube in less active fielding areas. While Dube is a powerful hitter on flat decks and his medium-pace bowling offers some flexibility, the management might reconsider his inclusion. Yashasvi Jaiswal, a more well-rounded batter, is available and could be a better option.
Spinners Need Game Time
India’s two wrist spinners, Yuzvendra Chahal and Kuldeep Yadav, should get some playtime before the Super Eights. If they remain unused, they might struggle on the spin-friendly pitches in the Caribbean. Giving them some action now would ensure they are well-prepared for the crucial stages of the tournament.
Predicted Playing XI Against the USA
India’s likely lineup against the USA includes:
- Rohit Sharma (c)
- Virat Kohli
- Rishabh Pant (wk)
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Sanju Samson
- Hardik Pandya
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Axar Patel
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Mohammed Siraj
- Arshdeep Singh
With these possible changes, India aims to maintain their strong performance and secure another win in the T20 World Cup.
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