New Delhi. The much talked-about match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2021 between India and Pakistan is to be played on Sunday 24 October. Everyone is eagerly waiting for this match. The Indian team has not lost a single match against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup so far. Both the teams are going to start the tournament with this match. Let’s take a look at the Indian team’s playing XI in this match.
Rohit and Rahul pair in the opening
Captain Virat Kohli had made sure in the first practice match itself that KL Rahul would open the innings with Rohit Sharma. In such a situation, the same explosive pair will go to open against Pakistan.
Kohli, Suryakumar, Rishabh in middle order
In the third position, captain Kohli himself will take charge of the batting, after which it is the turn of Suryakumar Yadav. Wicket-keeper batsman Rishabh Pant will be in the fourth place.
Hardik Pandya and Jadeja all rounder
Rohit Sharma had said in the second warm-up match that Hardik would start bowling before the start of the tournament. In such a situation, it is expected that he will bowl at least two overs against Pakistan. Ravindra Jadeja is in top form and he can be a problem for Pakistan as an all-rounder.
Ashwin main spinner
The Dubai pitch can prove to be helpful for R Ashwin, who is returning to the T20 team after a long time. He can also be included in the playing XI.
Shami, Bumrah and Bhuvi
India’s three experienced fast bowlers can be seen against Pakistan. Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami will get the support of Bhuvneshwar Kumar.
India’s Probable Playing XI
Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Virat Kohli (c), Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant (wk), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, R Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah
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