India (IND) faces uncertainty over their playing combination for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 match against Ireland (IRE).
The debate surrounds the opening partnership, with Virat Kohli and Yashasvi Jaiswal vying for the second opener’s spot. Sanju Samson and Rishabh Pant are contending for the sole wicket-keeper position, while Shivam Dube’s role is also under scrutiny.
Both Ireland and India are playing their first match of the 2024 T20 World Cup season with Ireland having secured three wins and faced two losses in their last five matches while India has won four out of their last five matches losing only one.
Key players for India :
- Virat Kohli: In excellent batting form, averaging 48.2 runs per game in his last five matches.
- Jasprit Bumrah: A consistent wicket-taker with 7 wickets in his last five matches at an average of 13.1.
- Kuldeep Yadav: Known for his prowess against Ireland, he has taken 9 wickets in his last five matches, including notable performances against them.
Key players for Ireland :
- Mark Adair: The right-arm fast bowler has been impressive taking 11 wickets in his last five matches, and will be crucial for providing breakthroughs.
- Barry McCarthy: Known for his effective right-arm medium pace, McCarthy has taken 2 wickets in his last four matches and adds depth to the bowling attack.
- Harry Tector: A promising right-handed top-order batter, Tector will aim to improve his form after scoring 17 runs in his recent four matches, adding stability to Ireland’s batting lineup.
