-Vinay Kumar
In the gap of the last year, many players of the Indian team have been going through injury and bad form. In such a situation, the pressure is on the team management to keep the already frozen players safe and sound. Many young players have also failed to cement their place in the team despite putting in excellent performances.
Significantly, for the last few matches, India’s openers are also under the scanner due to poor form. He is not able to stand at the crease. In the recent tour of Bangladesh, there is a stir regarding the opening batsman after the lively performances of Shubhman Gill and Ishan Kishan in the bilateral series played against Bangladesh.
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After recovering from injury, a new question is arising as to who will open with Team India’s regular captain Rohit Sharma (Rohit Sharma Captain Team India) after returning to the playing XI. Although the names of KL Rahul and Shikhar Dhawan come up in ODI cricket, but the recent performance of KL Rahul has raised doubts about his role. On the other hand, Ishan Kishan’s explosive batting performance has strengthened his chances of landing as his own. According to former Australia great bowler Brett Lee, Ishaan Kishan will be the first option as an opener in the upcoming World Cup.
Talking about Ishan Kishan’s fiery innings against Bangladesh (Ishan Kishan vs Bangladesh BAN vs IND ODI Series, 2022), Brett Lee said, “With this tremendous double century, Ishan Kishan won the ODI World Cup to be held in India next year.” He is a strong contender to open for India in 2023. I don’t know whether this will happen or not. But, if there is consistency and fitness in his game, then in the coming few months there can be strong possibilities that he will open for Team India in the World Cup.