With a little over a year left one day world cup 2027 In South Africa,discussion around from india The ideal combination for the marquee tournament has already started. The Men in Blue continued their preparations with an impressive ODI series win over Afghanistan recently, including an impressive 170-run win in the 2nd ODI at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow.
As India heads towards the global event, several former cricketers have started sharing their views on the team’s strongest possible lineup. Former Indian batsmen are joining that conversation Manoj TiwariWho have unveiled their preferred playing XI for the World Cup, including some notable picks and omissions.
Manoj Tiwary backs star-studded batting lineup
At the top of the order, Tiwary retained the experienced Rohit Sharma Along with Shubman Gill, to whom he also handed over the captaincy. The pair have formed one of India’s most successful opening partnerships in recent years and are expected to play a key role in the tournament. Virat Kohli The No. 3 position provides experience and stability to the batting lineup. The biggest topic of discussion in Tiwari’s selection is his inclusion. Ishan Kishan At number 4.
The left-handed batsman is placed ahead of many contenders and is also entrusted with the responsibility of wicketkeeping. This has strengthened the middle order Shreyas Iyer And KL RahulBoth have performed consistently well in the ODI format. His ability to handle pressure situations and build innings makes him a valuable asset in South African conditions.
Hardik Pandya key to team balance
Tiwari stressed its importance Hardik Pandya’s His presence in the team highlights the balance he brings as a genuine fast-bowling all-rounder. However, he also acknowledged that fitness could be a deciding factor. Former cricketer gave this suggestion Nitish Kumar Reddy Can emerge as a possible replacement if Hardik is unavailable.
Nitish has impressed across formats in recent months and is being seen as a long-term all-round option for India. With the inclusion of Hardik, Tiwary’s lineup gets additional batting depth, as well as gives the team more flexibility in managing the bowling workload.
Fast bowling attack with Kuldeep as the only spinner
Perhaps the most striking aspect of Tiwari’s XI is their bowling combination. he chose -Kuldeep Yadav As the only specialist spinner, he believes wrist spinners will be more effective on South African surfaces than finger spinners. Features of Pace Attack Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh And Harshit Rana.
While Bumrah remains the undisputed leader of India’s attack, both Arshdeep and Harshit have fast established themselves as important white-ball options. Remarkably, Mohammad Siraj Despite being a regular member of India’s ODI setup in recent years, Tiwary missed out on his preferred eleven. Instead the former batsman favored a three-pronged pace attack supported by Hardik and Kuldeep.
Manoj Tiwari’s India XI for ODI World Cup 2027: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill (captain), Virat Kohli, Ishan Kishan (wicketkeeper), Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah.
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