IND vs ZIM Playing 11
The T20 World Cup 2024 is now over, and the Indian cricket team is set to play the five-match T20 series against Zimbabwe with young faces.
Led by Shubman Gill, India is going to play the first T20 match against Zimbabwe at the stadium in Harare on Saturday. This match will start at 4:30 pm Indian time. In this match, 5 players can be seen making their debut in the Indian team.
India last played a T20 bilateral series against Zimbabwe in 2016. The two teams last played in the T20 World Cup 2022, in which India defeated the African country by 71 runs. India’s batting looks strong, but the bowling attack looks a bit inexperienced as the players selected have not played international cricket for a long time. This is where the challenge lies for the bowlers against Zimbabwe.
Abhishek-Gill will open, Ruturaj’s position will change
In the absence of Yashasvi Jaiswal, young batsman Abhishek Sharma may get a chance to debut. His IPL season has gone very well. He can open with captain Gill. On the other hand, Ruturaj Gaikwad, who likes opening, can play at number three. Apart from this, Riyan Parag can get a chance to debut at number four.
Jural-Jitesh to compete for wicketkeeping
Rinku Singh will play at number five. At the same time, for wicketkeeping, a selection will be made between Jitesh Sharma and Dhruv Jurel. Jitesh did not perform well with the bat this season, while Jurel played some impressive innings. However, Jitesh has experience of playing for India.
Harshit Rana will debut
Washington Sundar and Bishnoi will handle the spin responsibility of Team India. At the same time, Harshit Rana can get a chance to debut in fast bowling. Apart from him, Khalil Ahmed, who was in reserve in the World Cup, can also make his debut. The third bowler will be Mukesh Kumar.
India’s playing 11 for the first T20 against Zimbabwe (Team India predicted playing xi today match)
Shubman Gill (Captain), Abhishek Sharma, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Riyan Parag, Rinku Singh, Jitesh Sharma / Dhruv Jurel, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Harshit Rana, Khalil Ahmed, Mukesh Kumar.