The wait is over! The BCCI has announced India's 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, which will be jointly hosted by the USA and West Indies. With the prestigious tournament set to begin on June 1st, let's take a closer look at the players who will be aiming to bring the trophy home for India.
The Core Retains its Place
There are no surprises at the top of the order. Rohit Sharma, the experienced opener, will lead the charge as captain. He'll be joined by the in-form Yashasvi Jaiswal and the ever-reliable Virat Kohli, who will be looking to continue his rich vein of form in the T20 format. The middle order boasts the explosive Suryakumar Yadav, a key player with a wide range of shots.
Wicketkeeping Duo Selected
The wicketkeeping department sees both Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson finding a place in the squad. This provides the team with flexibility based on the pitch conditions and opposition.
Pandya Back as Vice-Captain, Spinners Reunite
Hardik Pandya returns as the vice-captain, bringing back his all-rounder skills to the squad. The spin department gets a boost with the much-awaited reunion of Yuzvendra Chahal and Kuldeep Yadav. This duo, known for their variations and wicket-taking abilities, will be a force to reckon with. Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel add further depth to the spin attack, providing India with a variety of options to tackle different batting lineups.
Pace Attack Relies on Experience and Young Talent
Jasprit Bumrah, India's pace spearhead, will lead the bowling attack. He'll be supported by the impressive Mohammed Siraj and the young gun Arshdeep Singh. Shivam Dube, with his ability to contribute with both bat and ball, also earns a maiden World Cup call-up.
Reserves Provide Cover
Shubman Gill and Rinku Singh will travel with the team as reserves, offering batting depth in case of any unforeseen circumstances. Khaleel Ahmed and Avesh Khan provide additional pace options if needed.
Looking Ahead: A Well-Balanced Squad
India's squad for the T20 World Cup 2024 appears well-balanced, with a strong batting lineup, a potent spin attack, and a variety of pace options. The team will be aiming to capitalize on their experience and recent form to lift the coveted trophy. The cricketing world will be watching with anticipation as India embarks on their World Cup campaign!
The Squad of India for the World Cup 2024
Rohit Sharma(c), Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson, Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh and Mohammad Siraj.
Schedule of India in World Cup 2024
INDIA’S GROUP-STAGE SCHEDULE (TIMINGS IN IST)
India vs Ireland - June 5 (New York) - 8.00 PM
India vs Pakistan - June 9 (New York) - 8.00 PM
India vs USA - June 12 (New York) - 8.00 PM
India vs Canada - June 15 (Lauderhill) - 8.00 PM
India's Overall record in ICC T20 World Cups
Most runs for India in T20 World Cups
| Player | Matches | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | H.S |
| Virat Kohli | 27 | 1141 | 81.50 | 131.30 | 89* |
| Rohit Sharma | 39 | 963 | 34.39 | 127.88 | 79* |
| Yuvraj Singh | 31 | 593 | 23.72 | 128.91 | 70 |
| MS Dhoni | 33 | 529 | 35.26 | 123.88 | 45 |
| Gautam Gambhir | 21 | 524 | 26.20 | 118.01 | 75 |