Team India: Predicted Playing XI for T20 Series vs. England

With Bumrah, Siraj, Gill, and Jaiswal rested, India’s T20I squad against England showcases a mix of experience and fresh talent. Led by Suryakumar Yadav, the series serves as vital preparation for the T20 World Cup 2026, focusing on experimenting with combinations and building momentum.

Author Image
Abhinayreddy

Published Jan 9, 2025, 2:47 pm IST

3 mins read
Team India: Predicted Playing XI for T20 Series vs. England
Save
    Share on
    Instagram
    Facebook
    Twitter
    Telegram
    Copy

Be winner today!

Get the latest cricket updates, Join our community

iconiconicon
vector imagevector imagevector image

Team India's Probable Squad for T20I Series Against England: A Balanced Lineup for Success

The T20 World Cup is near, a series against England is a perfect chance for Team India to work on their skills and think through the best team mix. There's several new players and some with a large amount of experience in the Indian group, all getting ready.

The squad boasts of explosive batting options, including top-order players capable of setting the tone early in the game. The middle-order is designed to maintain momentum, with power hitters ready to accelerate in the final overs. India’s all-rounders will add depth, providing flexibility with both bat and ball. On the bowling front, India is expected to have a potent attack that blends pace and spin. The fast bowlers will be crucial for breaking partnerships and containing runs during the powerplay and death overs. Meanwhile, the spinners will play a key role in the middle overs, looking to stifle England’s attacking batters. This squad offers a balanced approach, with depth in every department, ensuring India is well-equipped to take on England in a highly competitive series.

ALSO READ: Top 3 Most-Searched Indian Cricketers on Google 2024

Team India's Probable Squad for T20I Series Against England:

Player Role
Suryakumar Yadav Captain, Batsman
Ruturaj Gaikwad Batsman
Sanju Samson Wicketkeeper, Batsman
Tilak Varma Batsman
Rinku Singh Batsman
Hardik Pandya All-rounder
Axar Patel All-rounder, Bowler
Ravi Bishnoi Bowler (Leg-spin)
Varun Chakravarthy Bowler (Leg-spin)
Jitesh Sharma Wicketkeeper, Batsman
Prasidh Krishna Bowler (Pace)
Arshdeep Singh Bowler (Pace)
Yash Dayal Bowler (Pace)
Ramandeep Singh All-rounder
Abhishek Sharma All-rounder
Harshit Rana Bowler (Pace)

Strategic Rest and Fresh Faces

Jasprit Bumrah, who hurt his back in the last Test series, is sitting out the T20I series to get all better. Mohammad Siraj, Shubman Gill, and Yashasvi Jaiswal, along with Bumrah, are likely to have a rest.

With the series serving as preparation for the T20 World Cup 2026, the focus shifts to players like Suryakumar Yadav, the T20I captain, and Sanju Samson, who impressed during the South Africa tour. Samson is anticipated to open alongside Ruturaj Gaikwad, as the selectors look to experiment with different top-order combinations. India’s probable squad combines a blend of experienced players and emerging talents, with an emphasis on building momentum and identifying reliable combinations for the future.

 

 

Tags:

Jasprit BumrahSurya Kumar YadavHardik Pandhya

UPCOMING MATCH

LATEST NEWS

It is not my job to announce the winner

Rohit Sharma on being asked if England were rightly awarded the World Cup title in 2019

logo

Copyright © 2024 Cricket Winner. All Rights Reserved.