New Delhi. Who will replace Virat Kohli in the Indian team? This biggest question has arisen just before the India-England first test. BCCI has many options for this, which include young cricketers like Rinku Singh, Rajat Patidar and senior batsman like Cheteshwar Pujara is also in the race. India and England The first Test between is to be played in Hyderabad from 25th January. This five-match series is part of the World Test Championship. This is the biggest test series of 2024. For these reasons, the eyes of the whole world are on the series.
Virat Kohli will not play the first two test matches against England due to personal reasons. Virat Kohli Due to K’s withdrawal from the series, changes in the playing eleven have also been decided. But talk about playing eleven later. First we see that the board will include Virat in some team. Many experts are saying that team india Should choose a new player. If this happens then the names of Rinku Singh, Rajat Patidar, Sarfaraz Khan appear next in this list.
Rinku at the peak of her career
This is a golden time for young Rinku Singh. This young batsman from Uttar Pradesh has consistently proved that he is a match winner at number six and this is not just in the T20 format. Rinku Singh Has also shown in first class cricket that he is capable of handling innings and winning matches. The most important thing is that Rinku Singh is very familiar with the environment of the team. It will be easier for him to integrate into the team and adjust to its strategy than any new player.
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Patidar is challenging Rinku
If Rinku Singh is facing challenge from anyone, then the first name in it is Rajat Patidar of Madhya Pradesh. Rajat Patidar had recently scored a century against England A. His last few innings have also been very excellent. Rajat Patidar bats at number four for Madhya Pradesh. The same number is vacant in Team India also. In such a situation, Rajat will not have to work hard to prepare mentally.
Will Sarfaraz’s wait end?
There has been a demand to include Sarfaraz Khan in Team India for almost a year. This batsman scores runs at an average of around 70 in first-class cricket. But one thing which is weakening Sarfaraz’s claim is his current form. His performance in the last one month has been very ups and downs. However, he scored 96 runs against England Lions. If the selectors give importance to this innings of Sarfaraz then he can be included in the team.
Pujara’s return also possible
If the selectors turn to an experienced player instead of a new face, then Cheteshwar Pujara There may be a return. However, choosing Pujara would be like taking a step back. But the most important thing for any team is the possibility of winning. Pujara has started the season with a double century. After this his innings were only 40 runs or more. This shows that he is in good form.
Need a batsman who can play firmly at the crease
Shreyas Iyer, who plays at number five in the Indian batting order, played in South Africa and then in Ranji Trophy, it is certain that he will bat aggressively. In such a situation, if Cheteshwar Pujara comes at number three or four and handles one end, then it will be a good thing for the Indian team. Anyway, the Indian team has aggressive batsmen like Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal in the top order. In such a situation, a batsman is needed in the middle order who can run the game and can strengthen the team by standing at one end.
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Tags: Cheteshwar Pujara, India Vs England, Rinku Singh, Team india, Virat Kohli
FIRST PUBLISHED: January 23, 2024, 07:03 IST