India’s bowling failure in the Asia Cup is evident. The bowling team was unable to defend its score during the Super 4 matches. Our bowlers haven’t been too effective, especially in the final few overs. Team India is anticipating the upcoming T20 World Cup in Australia after being eliminated from the Asia Cup. The challenging Australian wickets are ideal for short balls and bouncers, but Indian cricket supporters are worried about India’s recent bowling performances. How will India address its bowling woes? How can Team India get away with bouncy pitches?
Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar have long served as the foundation of Team India’s speed bowling. Over the years, many victories have been provided by their magnificent spells. The opponent is left perplexed by Bhuvi’s in-and-out swings, Bumrah’s yorker, slow pitched balls, and Shami’s short pitched balls. However, it has been a while since these three have competed as a team. Team India is concerned because the pace department is not looking good despite the presence of subs like Harshal Patel and Arshadeep Singh.
Should the selector rope in Shami for the world cup squad?
There are demands that Shami should be given a place in the T20 World Cup team. The backlash against this senior bowler’s absence from the Asia Cup has already begun. Former coach Ravi Shastri and former captain K. Srikanth expressed surprise that Shami was not given a place. It seems that the selectors have left Shami unsuitable for the T20 format. But if you look at the statistics, Shami’s performance and the selector’s decision look baseless. Shami played for Gujarat Titans in the most recent IPL season. He played a key role in the Gujarat team, which ultimately won the IPL title. Shami took 20 wickets in 16 matches for Gujarat Titans.
Moreover, Shami has abundant international experience. The vast majority of Indian cricket fans want Shami to return to the team. Let’s see if the selectors rope him in for the upcoming T20 world cup.
Bumrah’s return?
Yorker specialist Jasprit Bumrah is haunted by a fitness problem. The star pacer left the England tour in July due to a spinal injury. He has not recovered fully yet. The selection committee has called Bumrah for the fitness tests. If his fitness results come back positive, he may join the team. His presence undoubtedly strengthens the bowling department. Harshal Patel, who is also suffering from a lack of fitness, will take part in the fitness tests along with Bumrah.
What happened to Bhuvi?
Bhuvneshwar Kumar is a bowler who excels in death overs by confusing the batsman with in-swing and out-swing with the new ball. But he hasn’t been able to live up to those expectations for the past few years. In the latter overs, he struggles to swing the ball well. His Asia Cup performances are evident from this. Although his later spells are incredibly disappointing, his first spells are remarkable. His overs cost India the Asia Cup since he was unable to maintain his economy rate. Even if he played better against Afghanistan, it still wasn’t at his level. His experience should help the team perform flawlessly. As for Bhuvi’s performance against Australia, we’ll have to wait and watch.
Hardik Pandya the backbone of India
Both in the batting and balling departments, Hardik Pandya is carrying team India. In this year’s IPL, he was a standout all-rounder and captain. He haven’t turned back again. He provided team India with victories through his thrilling exploits. He helped the bowling team by getting wickets at critical moments. He serves the squad well as a finisher. The pivotal player in Australian pitches will be Hardik. In order to balance the team, Hardik will undoubtedly take the lead.
Harshal Patel and his chances of playing the world cup
Harshal Patel, a death over specialist, has won over both players and selectors with his outstanding IPL performances. At NCA, the pacer was currently receiving treatment and making a good recovery. For the T20 series against Australia and South Africa, he is probably going to be available. Avesh Khan wasted the opportunities that were presented to him. Despite doing well, Arshdeep might not be the selectors’ top choice.
Will there be an extra pacer for the T20 world cup?
It is concerning that India’s speed is ebbing as the opposing teams are working hard. The squad for Team India will probably be announced on the 16th. One additional pacer will likely be recruited to the team to help with bouncy pitches. Watching Bhuvi, Bumrah, Shami, Harshal, Arshadeep, and Hardik Pandya lead the bowling attack in this major competition would be exciting.
