Jaffer said the team management would not have to think twice about who to pick when selecting a team for the T20 World Cup.
Mumbai, First Published Feb 21, 2022, 3:49 PM IST
Mumbai: He was one of India’s biggest headache all-rounders in T20 cricket. But with the arrival of Venkatesh Iyer, the problem was almost solved. Venkatesh was the second highest run scorer in the three-match T20 series against the Windies. He scored 92 runs. He also took two wickets for Venkatesh.
Consistent performance has opened the eyes of selectors. But with the arrival of Venkatesh, the way is closed by Hardik Pandya. Former Indian cricketer Wasim Jaffer has commented on this. Jaffer said the team management would not have to think twice about who to pick when selecting a team for the T20 World Cup.
His words … ” It’s not sure if Hardick will bowl anymore. We do not know how fit he is. We will get the answer only in the upcoming IPL. Currently, Venkatesh is far ahead of Hardik. Venkatesh has been named in India’s squad for the T20 World Cup. Venkatesh is now ahead of Hardik, ”Jaffer said.
Venkatesh’s highest score in the series was 35 not out. Venkatesh hit 10 fours and four sixes in a row. He is also the player who has hit the most boundaries in the series. Suryakumar Yadav and Venkatesh put on 91 for the fifth wicket. This is what helped India cross the 180 mark. Both batsmen scored 86 runs in the last five overs alone.
India won the third T20 by 17 runs. The West Indies were bowled out for 167 in their first innings. Nicholas Pooran, who scored 61, gave the Windies hope of victory.
India will now play in the series against Sri Lanka. There are three T20 matches in the series. The first match will be played on the 24th. The two teams will then face each other in two Tests.
Last Updated Feb 21, 2022, 3:49 PM IST
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