The 13th edition of the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup is set to be played in India from October 5. England and New Zealand will feature in the opening match of the tournament at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The final will also be held in Ahmedabad on November 19. Ten venues will host 48 matches across the country.
Indian Team for World Cup 2023
The Indian cricket team for the 2023 World Cup boasts a formidable lineup led by the dynamic Rohit Sharma, with Hardik Pandya serving as his vice-captain. With a perfect blend of experience and youth, this squad is poised to make a significant impact on the global stage. Superstars like Virat Kohli and KL Rahul provide a solid foundation at the top, while the middle order is fortified with the likes of Shreyas Iyer, Ravindra Jadeja, and the explosive Ishan Kishan.
The bowling attack is in safe hands with world-class bowlers such as Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, and the promising Mohammed Siraj, while the spin department is represented by the crafty Kuldeep Yadav and the reliable Axar Patel. With exciting talents like Shubman Gill and Suryakumar Yadav in the mix, India’s campaign in the 2023 World Cup promises to be one filled with anticipation and excitement.
India’s final squad for the ICC World Cup 2023
- Rohit Sharma (c),
- Hardik Pandya (vc),
- Shubman Gill,
- Virat Kohli,
- Shreyas Iyer,
- KL Rahul,
- Ravindra Jadeja,
- Shardul Thakur,
- Jasprit Bumrah,
- Mohammed Siraj,
- Kuldeep Yadav,
- Mohammed Shami,
- Ravichandran Ashwin,
- Ishan Kishan,
- Suryakumar Yadav.
Why Ravichandran Ashwin replaces Axar Patel?
All rounder spinner Axar Patel was ruled out of the World Cup due to injury. Ravichandran Ashwin replaced Axar Patel in India’s World Cup squad after good performance in India-Australia series. Ravichandran Ashwin’s inclusion makes him the only player with Virat Kohli who stands as the sole player hailing from India’s triumphant 2011 World Cup journey.
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