Hey there, cricket fans! The excitement is building up for the Asia Cup 2023, and Team India is all set to shine on the big stage. But who will be the heroes in our squad? Let’s find out the top five players that we believe will rock the ASIA Cup cricket 2023 tournament!
Also read: ASIA cup 2023 schedule, format, host and Venue details.
Top five picks for Team India in the Asia Cup 2023.
1. Rohit Sharma (Captain)The Superb Opener
First up, we have the one and only Rohit Sharma leading our team. He’s a fantastic opener with a knack for hitting big shots. Did you know he’s got three double centuries in ODI cricket – that’s like scoring 200 runs in one match! His cool captaincy and classy batting style will surely lead us to victory.
| Tournament | Matches | Innings | Runs | Highest Score | Average | Strike Rate | 100s | 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asia Cup (up to 2021) | 24 | 24 | 1362 | 140* | 62.00 | 91.36 | 4 | 8 |
2. Virat Kohli – The Run Machine
Next, we have our run machine, Virat Kohli! He’s a run-scoring monster and loves to chase down targets like a boss. Kohli has the most centuries in ODI cricket – a whopping 43! That’s more centuries than any other Indian player. When he’s on the field, you can be sure of some fireworks!
| Tournament | Matches | Innings | Runs | Highest Score | Average | Strike Rate | 100s | 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asia Cup (up to 2021) | 13 | 13 | 613 | 183 | 76.62 | 96.80 | 2 | 3 |
3. Shreyas Iyer – The Middle-order Rockstar
Now, let’s talk about Shreyas Iyer, the rockstar of our middle order. He’s a fantastic batsman who can handle any situation with ease. Iyer has been in great form, and his ability to accelerate the innings makes him a valuable asset. We can’t wait to see him smash some boundaries!
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4. Hardik Pandya – The All-Round Dynamo
Hardik Pandya is our all-round dynamo! He can hit the ball out of the park and take wickets with his bowling. Pandya’s six-hitting skills are amazing, and he can turn the game around in just a few overs.
| Batting Stats | Matches | Innings | Runs | Highest Score | Average | Strike Rate | 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asia Cup (up to 2021) | 11 | 7 | 222 | 48 | 44.40 | 116.84 | 1 |
| Bowling Stats | Matches | Innings | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowling Average | Economy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asia Cup (up to 2021) | 11 | 11 | 14 | 3/31 | 33.92 | 5.54 |
5. Jasprit Bumrah – The Yorker King
Last but not least, we have the Yorker King – Jasprit Bumrah! His bowling skills are out of this world, especially those deadly yorkers. Bumrah’s bowling action is unique, and he can surprise batsmen with his variations. No wonder he’s one of the best bowlers in the world!
| Tournament | Matches | Innings | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowling Average | Economy Rate | 4 Wickets | 5 Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asia Cup (up to 2021) | 11 | 11 | 15 | 3/37 | 26.33 | 4.23 | 0 | 0 |
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These players have proven themselves time and again, and we believe they will make us proud. With their talent and passion for the game, we are sure to witness some thrilling cricket action!
Get ready to cheer for Team India as they take on the best teams in Asia. Let’s unite and support our boys as they aim to bring the Asia Cup trophy home! Go India, go!