The TATA IPL 2023 has had a very good start. The season has begun, and two mouthwatering contests have already taken place. The newly introduced ?Impact Rule? was first deployed in the Chennai Super Kings VS Gujarat Titans game. The Chennai Super Kings were bowling second, so they bought in an additional bowler in place of a batter. The Gujarat Titans on the other hand had to make a forced change as Kane Williamson got injured.?



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="http://www.icccricketschedule.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Tushar-Deshpande.jpg" alt="Tushar Deshpande TATA IPL 2023" class="wp-image-106129" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Tushar was the first ever "Impact Player" in TATA IPL history. </figcaption></figure>



Tushar Deshpande got the privilege of being the first ever ?impact player? in the history of the TATA IPL. Tushar was bought on the field for Ambati Rayudu. Sai Sudarshan was the second one who replaced Kane Williamson. But what do the cricketing experts think of this ?Impact Player? rule? What are its benefits? What are its cons? Here is an in-depth look:&nbsp;



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">TATA IPL 2023: Aakash Chopra?s Views on ?Impact Player? Rule:&nbsp;</h2>



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Aakash Chopra, one of the top-rated analysts of the game, has finally given his views on the impact player rule. The big benefit from the ?Impact Player? rule is that the domestic Indian players will get more opportunities. He said, ?It is a platinum jubilee for the Indians because Indians will get more opportunities now. Overseas players will remain four only but eight Indians will play in a game of the IPL, which was not the case earlier, as only seven used to get to play.? &nbsp;



He further cited an example of the Punjab Kings for TATA IPL 2023. ?The uncapped Indians will gain. Let's talk about Punjab. You might ask Prabhsimran Singh to open in the second innings and go and hit sixes. If it works, it's fine, or else no problem. Similarly, you can play an uncapped Indian bowler, who you were generally unable to give chances to.?, he further added. &nbsp;



As a disadvantage of the ?Impact Player? Rule, he said that it will minimize the role of an all-rounder. The game will get drifted towards the pure batter, pure bowler concept and the actual impact of the all-rounder will get knocked down.&nbsp;



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">TATA IPL 2023: Harsha Bhogle?s Views on ?Impact Player? Rule:&nbsp;</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="http://www.icccricketschedule.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Harsha-Bhogle-1024x683.jpg" alt="Harsha Bhogle in TATA IPL 2023" class="wp-image-21376" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Bhogle is one of the greatest analysts of the game. However he looked a little less accepting of the changed rule.</figcaption></figure>



Harsha Bhogle was very clear regarding his views. He said that the ?Impact Player? rule adds complexity to the TATA IPL 2023 and reduces the importance of multi-dimensional players. He even ran a poll on his twitter account to ask the cricket community if the ?Impact Player? rule made the game more interesting or increased the complexity of the game. On the Cricbuzz preshow while discussing the topic with Joy Bhattacharjya and Gaurav Kapur he had less-supportive views on the ?Impact Player? rule.&nbsp;



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">IPL 2023: ?The Rule Increases Complexity?, Says Gaurav Kapur:&nbsp;</h2>



?I voted for ?Increases complexity?.? said Gaurav Kapur when he was asked by Harsha Bhogle about his view on the ?Impact Player? rule. ?The average cricket fans have many rules regarding power-plays to keep in mind. This rule just brings in more complexity. Now the fan also must comprehend which player is bought on.?, he said in Hindi in the pre-season curtain raiser show. 



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img src="http://www.icccricketschedule.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Gaurav-Kapur.jpg" alt="Gaurav Kapur in TATA IPL 2023" class="wp-image-106311" width="840" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Gaurav has been an integral part of the TATA IPL presentation team ever since its inception. IMG SRC: BCCI</figcaption></figure>



Joy Bhattacharjya gave a very good example of the cases where the ?Impact Player? can come in handy. He said, ?Assume a case where the chasing team requires 18 to 19 runs of the last over, and one batter scores 14 of the first 4. The next up is a number 8 batter but now the team has a option to send in an additional batter to chase those remaining runs.?&nbsp;



To conclude, I?ll say that this debate will be never ending. The rule does have many positives, but it also has a few negatives. But if the rule gives more opportunity to the young Indian players, it is certainly great for the progress of the game in general.&nbsp;



To know more go to<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/csk-vs-gt-tushar-deshpande-is-the-first-ever-impact-player-in-the-history-of-tata-ipl/" target="_blank" data-type="URL" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/csk-vs-gt-tushar-deshpande-is-the-first-ever-impact-player-in-the-history-of-tata-ipl/" rel="noreferrer noopener"> CSK VS GT: Tushar Deshpande Is the First Ever Impact Player in the History of TATA IPL.</a>



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TATA IPL 2023: Top Experts' Views on Impact Player Rule in TATA IPL. Benefits, Issues.?

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IPL 2024: MS Dhoni?s Chennai Super Kings have a major challenge ahead of them to defend their title as they prepare for the upcoming 17th season of the IPL. CSK have added some top-level players and have built an impressive squad ahead of IPL 2024. They retained their big stars like Ravindra Jadeja, Ruturaj Gaikwad, MS Dhoni, and other main players, and they splashed money on big names in the 2024 IPL Auction.



They added the Kiwi duo of Daryl Mitchell (14 crore rupees) and Rachin Ravindra (1.8 crore rupees) to their squad at the 2024 IPL Auction, and the Yellow Army also secured the services of Indian All-Rounder Shardul Tahkur for four crore rupees.



The CSK management wasn?t scared of investing a large amount of money in youngsters, as they splashed a record 8.40 crore rupees on uncapped player Sameer Rizvi. The 20-year-old is touted by cricketing experts as the right-handed Suresh Raina. He had an impressive season in the Uttar Pradesh T20 League, as he scored the fastest century of the tournament in just 47 balls in the very first edition of the T20 League.



The Impact Player Rule was introduced for the first time last year in IPL 2023. According to this rule, a franchise needs to name four substitutes along with their main playing 11 at the toss, and they can use the services of any one substitute player at any point in a match by replacing a playing 11 player with the substitute. The usage of this rule completely changed the dynamics of the Indian Premier League last year, and this rule is set to play an important role in IPL 2024 as well. The following are the four players who the Chennai Super Kings can use as impact players in IPL 2024:



<div class="wp-block-rank-math-toc-block" id="rank-math-toc"><h2>Impact Players</h2><nav><div><div class=""><a href="#ajinkya-rahane">Ajinkya Rahane</a></div><div class=""><a href="#rajvardhan-hangargekar">Rajvardhan Hangargekar</a></div><div class=""><a href="#sameer-rizvi">Sameer Rizvi</a></div><div class=""><a href="#tushar-deshpande">Tushar Deshpande</a></div></div></nav></div>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="ajinkya-rahane">Ajinkya Rahane</h4>



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Ajinkya Rahane had a tremendous IPL 2023 with the Chennai Super Kings. The veteran played incredibly good innings at a really high strike rate, which surprised all the cricket fans around the world. His impressive performances in the IPL 2023 earned him a recall to the Indian test team for the 2023 WTC Final.



But, the Mumbai batter hasn?t performed at his usual best in domestic cricket this year. With just a single half-century next to his name in eight List-A games, Rahane may not be a guaranteed starter for the Super Kings in IPL 2024, but they can definitely use him as an impact player.



<h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="rajvardhan-hangargekar">Rajvardhan Hangargekar</h4>



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Young Indian speedster Rajvardhan Hangargekar was bought by CSK for a price of 1.5 crore rupees in the 2022 IPL auction. He didn?t get a chance to play any matches for CSK in 2022, but he made his much awaited debut for the five-time IPL Champions last year against the IPL 2022 winners, the Gujarat Titans, where he picked up three crucial wickets and gave away just 36 runs. He played in the next game against the KL Rahul-led Lucknow Super Giants but didn?t have an impressive outing as he gave away 24 runs in two overs, and after the match against LSG, he didn't get a chance to play in any further games.



Talking about IPL 2024, Hangargekar may play a bigger role for the MS Dhoni led team and can be used as an impact player in a game where CSK will be batting first. His pace and prowess to pick wickets at regular intervals can benefit the five-time IPL winners.



<h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="sameer-rizvi">Sameer Rizvi</h4>



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The Chennai Super Kings decision to sign uncapped player Sameer Rizvi for a whopping 8.40 crore rupees shocked all the cricket fans around the world. His signing made him the most expensive uncapped player in the history of the Indian Premier League.



Rizvi is well known for his exploits in last year?s UP T20 League, where he scored the fastest century of the tournament in just 47 balls. He will be featuring for the first time in the Indian Premier League in 2024, and he may be eased into the scheme of things by playing as an impact player in the IPL in 2024. His fearless gameplay and ability to play with an extremely high strike can prove to be a big weapon for the MS Dhoni-led team.



<h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="tushar-deshpande">Tushar Deshpande</h4>



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Tushar Deshpande can play as an impact player for the Super Kings, as he regularly played as an impact player in IPL 2023, and MS Dhoni believes in sticking to a certain strategy, so Tushar can come in handy as an impact player. The 28-year-old was the highest wicket-taker for the MS Dhoni-led team, as he picked up 21 scalps in 16 games for the franchise. He is a good wicket-taking bowler and has the ability to bowl well in the death overs as well, but he bowls at a really high economy rate. If his economy rate issues get sorted, then he can be a complete package for the Super Kings.



Read: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/gujarat-titans-ipl-2024-three-players-who-can-replace-mohammed-shami-for-gujarat-titans/" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/gujarat-titans-ipl-2024-three-players-who-can-replace-mohammed-shami-for-gujarat-titans/">Gujarat Titans, IPL 2024: Three Players Who Can REPLACE Mohammed Shami for Gujarat Titans</a>



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IPL 2024: Four Players Chennai Super Kings can use as an Impact Player | CSK Impact Players for IPL 2024

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As the TATA IPL 2024 approach its business end, the Ruturaj Gaikwad-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) finds itself in a spot of bother. CSK have been hit by a bit of struggle, with as many as 5 of their players unavailable for the time being in the ongoing season of the Indian Premier League (IPL).



Chennai Super Kings (CSK) coach Stephen Flemming, after his team's defeat against Punjab Kings, revealed that a few of their players are unavailable/injured. The likes of Deepak Chahar, Tushar Deshpande, Matheesh Pathirana, Mustafizur Rahman and Maheesh Theekshana were not available for CSK's game against Lucknow, on Wednesday.



Notably, Mustafizur Rahman has returned home, Bangladesh, for his national duties. Matheesh Pathirana and Maheesh Theekshana have also flown back to Sri Lanka to complete their visa process for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024. Meanwhile, Deepak Chahar has suffered some injury and Tushar Deshpande is low due to flu.



Talking about Deepak Chahar's injury, Flemming expressed his concerns saying that the initial impressions of the injury weren't promising. 



"Deepak Chahar doesn't look good. Initial feeling wasn't great. So we are waiting for a more positive report. Physio and doctors will have a look. Tushar Deshpande got flu, so we had to make a few changes today, which is a bit unusual," said Stephen Flemming in the post-match conference after CSK suffered a 7-wicket defeat against Punjab Kings.



Chahar bowled just two deliveries against Punjab Kings before he went off the field and didn't return afterwards for the game. 



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2024/04/musta-1-1024x683.jpg" alt="5 CSK Players Unavailable, big trouble for Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2024, Deepak Chahar Injury" class="wp-image-128976" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Mustafizur Rahman (IPL Official)</figcaption></figure>



"Sri Lankan boys are off to get visas. So we are hoping that their process is smooth. And we get them back for our next game up north (at Dharamshala).?Richard Gleeson?was good, he was positive," he added.



CSK's bowling woes remained the main reason for their defeat against Punjab Kings (PBKS). With their key bowlers out, the Yellow Army couldn't handle the PBKS batters effectively and hence lost the game. 



With the tournament progressing, CSK have seen a dip in their overall performance. In the last four games, Ruturaj Gaikwad-led CSK has suffered three defeats, two of which came against Lucknow Super Giants. 



In 10 games so far, CSK have managed five wins and as many losses, which keeps them afloat in the IPl 2024 playoff race. With 10 points against their name, CSK stands fourth in the points table. 



Chennai needs to win at least two of their remaining four games to get to a comfortable position in the points table for the playoffs. More than two losses would put them in a position of fix, where they would require the support of other teams to qualify for the top 4.



CSK will face Punjab, Gujarat Titans, Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bangalore in their last four games in the ongoing league stages. Below are the details of their remaining schedule in <a href="https://iplt20.com">IPL</a> 2024:



<ul>
<li>PBKS vs CSK - 5th May </li>



<li>GT vs CSK - 10th May</li>



<li>CSK vs RR - 12th May</li>



<li>RCB vs CSK 18th May</li>
</ul>



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5 CSK Players Unavailable, big trouble for Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2024, Deepak Chahar Injury

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IND vs ZIM: The five-match T20 series between <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/3-battles-to-in-ind-vs-zim/" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/3-battles-to-in-ind-vs-zim/">India and Zimbabwe</a> is all set to get underway. The first game of the series will start on July 5 at the Harare Sports Club, Harare. It is the start of a new era, as none of the players who won the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 are part of this IND vs ZIM series.



Shubman Gill has been given the responsibility to lead his young side. There are 5?6 players who have never played a T20I for India before, and this is their maiden T20I cap. But will everyone get a chance? It will be a big question. In this article, we will talk about three Indian stars who might not get a game in the coming <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/3-zimbabwe-stars-for-ind-vs-zim-series/" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/3-zimbabwe-stars-for-ind-vs-zim-series/">IND vs ZIM series</a>.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">3 Indian Players who might warm bench in the IND vs ZIM T20 Series</h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">1. Tushar Deshpande</h3>



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<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tushar_Deshpande" data-type="link" data-id="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tushar_Deshpande">Tushar Deshpande</a> has gotten his maiden T20I call after a good performance in the IPL 2024. He took 17 wickets in 13 matches for the Chennai Super Kings. He showed how good he is with new and old balls. That's why he is part of the <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ind-vs-zim-3-bowlers-to-watch-out-for-in-indias-tour-of-zimbabwe-who-can-be-assets-in-the-t20-world-cup-2026/" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ind-vs-zim-3-bowlers-to-watch-out-for-in-indias-tour-of-zimbabwe-who-can-be-assets-in-the-t20-world-cup-2026/">IND vs ZIM series</a>. But with Mukesh Kumar, Khaleel Ahmed, and Avesh Khan in the team, it looks difficult to get a game in the coming series.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">2. Harshit Rana</h3>



Harshit Rana has been added to the squad for the first two games. He has been added because three Indian stars are going to join the team after the first two games. Harshit is also someone, who had a brilliant IPL 2024 and was part of the Kolkata Knight Riders. The pacer took 19 wickets in 11 innings and was one of the leading wicket-takers in the tournament. But he might have to sit out in the presence of slightly more experienced bowlers.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">3. Sai Sudharsan</h3>



Sai Sudharsan has also been added because Yashasvi Jaiswal is not available for the first two games. The left-hander has been in great form and is a consistent scorer. He scored 527 runs in 12 innings for the Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2024. He showed that he has different gears which can be used in different situations. But he is the opener, and the team for the IND vs ZIM squad has Shubman Gill, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Abhishek Sharma, and Yashasvi Jaiswal (for the last three games). So it won't be hard for him to make his way to the top.



Also Read: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/3-zimbabwe-stars-for-ind-vs-zim-series/" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/3-zimbabwe-stars-for-ind-vs-zim-series/">3 Zimbabwe Stars you should pick for your Dream11 Team for IND vs ZIM T20 Series</a>

3 Indian Stars who might not get a game in five-match IND vs ZIM T20 Series

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<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/3-player-battles-in-ind-vs-zim-4th-t20/" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/3-player-battles-in-ind-vs-zim-4th-t20/">IND vs ZIM</a>: Team India have two consecutive games in the ongoing five-match T20 series against Zimbabwe. They have a 2-1 lead, and one more win will bag yet another T20 series for them. The next game will be played on Saturday at Harare Sports Club, and the way India have won the last two matches, it looks like they will win the fourth one as well.



Zimbabwe need something special to turn the table, which looks difficult. Hence, India will start the game as favorites. That's where <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ind-vs-sl-the-bcci-has-released-the-schedule-for-indias-white-ball-tour-to-sri-lanka/" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ind-vs-sl-the-bcci-has-released-the-schedule-for-indias-white-ball-tour-to-sri-lanka/">India </a>should use this opportunity to increase the player's pool. <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/gautam-gambhir-suggests-morne-morkel-as-indias-bowling-coach/" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/gautam-gambhir-suggests-morne-morkel-as-indias-bowling-coach/">India </a>have some players sitting on the bench so far. So if India can make some changes to their playing XI for the IND vs ZIM clash, then they have a chance to increase the pool.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">IND vs ZIM: Three Players who deserve a chance in the Playing XI for the fourth T20</h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">3. Tushar Deshpande</h3>



The Mumbai pacer Tushar Deshpande was picked for the series, but he hasn't gotten a chance to make his debut so far in the series. India are already in a dominant position and have rotated the bowlers except Deshpande. So the management can give him a chance to make his debut in place of one pacer. It can help him gain confidence, and if he bowls well, it might help India in the future.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">2. Dhurv Jurel</h3>



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India are currently playing with four openers, and everyone has done a decent job. But India need someone in the middle order or as a finisher. It is very important to increase the pool. Hence, Dhurv Jurel can be given a chance in the playing XI. This can help India have a backup for wicketkeeping. Jurel is a pretty handy player and can grow into a good batter in the middle order.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">1. Riyan Parag</h3>



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There is no doubt that with Virat Koli and Rohit Sharma retiring from T20Is, India will need a solid middle order. India have a number of options to choose from for the opening slot, but not many for middle orders. That's where you need to give the game to players like <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Riyan_Parag" data-type="link" data-id="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Riyan_Parag">Riyan Parag</a>. He played the first two games but didn't get many opportunities. Hence, India should pick him in the playing XI for the fourth IND vs ZIM clash. Sanju Samson or Shivam Dube can rest to give Parag a chance.



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3 changes India should make to their playing XI for 4th T20 to increase player's pool

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The five-match T20 series between Zimbabwe and <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ind-vs-sl-3-youngsters-inclusion/" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ind-vs-sl-3-youngsters-inclusion/">India</a> has come to an end, and the visitors won the series 4-1. It started with Zimbabwe winning the first game, but after that, the Men in Bkue didn't look back and won four consecutive matches comprehensively. Shubman Gill led the team well and won his first series as captain. India tried a lot of new faces in the series.



Some did well, while others couldn't perform as expected. The Men in Blue will now fly to Sri Lanka for three ODIs and three T20Is. The tour will start on July 27 with a three-match T20 series. Some of the top performers in the recent series will be rewarded with a place in the <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ind-vs-sl-the-bcci-has-announced-a-revised-schedule-for-indias-tour-of-sri-lanka/" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ind-vs-sl-the-bcci-has-announced-a-revised-schedule-for-indias-tour-of-sri-lanka/">IND vs SL series</a>. But some might never get another chance. In this article, we will talk about three youngsters who might not get another chance in the team.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Three Indian players who might not get another chance for India in T20Is</h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">3. Sai Sudharsan</h3>



Sai Sudharsan has played a couple of ODIs for India already, but he made his T20I debut in the second IND vs ZIM game. He didn't get a chance to bat and was then replaced in the third game. India already have four openers: Shubman Gill, <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ind-vs-zim-jaiswal-sets-a-new-record-in-international-cricket-in-the-ongoing-5th-t20i/" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ind-vs-zim-jaiswal-sets-a-new-record-in-international-cricket-in-the-ongoing-5th-t20i/">Yashasvi Jaiswal</a>, Ruturaj Gaikwad, and Abhishek Sharma; then Rishabh Pant and Suryakumar Yadav will be back, which will make it difficult for Sudharsan to get another game for the team in T20Is.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">2. <a href="https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tushar_Deshpande" data-type="link" data-id="https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tushar_Deshpande">Tushar Deshpande</a></h3>



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The Mumbai pacer Tushar Deshpande made his debut in the fourth T20I and took one wicket on his debut. Then he took another wicket in the fifth game. He bowled six overs, gave away 56 runs at an economy rate of 9.33, and took two wickets in two matches. Mukesh Kumar, Avesh Khan, and Khaleel Ahmed bowled better than him. With Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, and Mohammed Siraj returning, it looks difficult for Deshpande to get a chance.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">1. Riyan Parag</h3>



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The 24-year-old all-rounder came into the team with some good domestic and IPL form under his belt. But he couldn't capitalise it with either bat or ball. He played three games, batted in two innings, and scored only 24 runs. He only bowled one over in the series. With Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, and Shivam Dube already in the mix, it looks difficult for Riyan Parag to retain his place in the Indian team.



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3 Youngsters who might not get another chance with Team India after failing in Zimbabwe T20Is

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The Indian Premier League, IPL has always been a dominating platform for batters as several players have had the best of the Indian batting tracks. Players like Virat Kohli, Chris Gayle, Rohit Sharma, ABD, Suryakumar and many more have emerged as winners for their teams on many occasions. However, the T20 game is not completed without the most lethal bowlers, and India have produced many such. Not only to the likes of Jasprit Bumrah, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mohammed_Shami">Mohammad Shami</a> and Bhuveneshwar Kumar, several young or experienced domestic pacers have often come to the rising with their supreme calibre in pace bowling. 



<div class="wp-block-rank-math-toc-block" id="rank-math-toc"><nav><ul><li class=""><a href="#lets-take-a-look-at-the-top-5-domestic-pace-bowlers">Let?s take a look at the Top 5 domestic pace bowlers: </a><ul><li class=""><a href="#5-thangarasu-natarajan">5. Thangarasu Natarajan</a></li><li class=""><a href="#4-avesh-khan">4. Avesh Khan</a></li><li class=""><a href="#3-harshit-rana">3. Harshit Rana </a></li><li class=""><a href="#2-harshal-patel">2. Harshal Patel </a></li><li class=""><a href="#1-tushar-deshpande">1. Tushar Deshpande</a></li></ul></li></ul></nav></div>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="lets-take-a-look-at-the-top-5-domestic-pace-bowlers">Let?s take a look at the Top 5 domestic pace bowlers: </h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="5-thangarasu-natarajan">5. Thangarasu Natarajan</h3>



The Tamil Nadu based left-arm pacer has been a part of the Sunrisers camp for quite some time and he has emerged as their team?s lead bowler. Bowling alongside greats like Bhuvi and now skipper Cummins, Natarajan has yet emerged to be their highest wicket-taker. Though the left-armer has not played for India since 2021 any further for India, yet he remains one of IPL?s most reliable pacers, especially with his ability to excel in death overs. If released from the SRH, he will hold a special place in every team?s radar. 



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="4-avesh-khan">4. Avesh Khan</h3>



The Royals pacer played a full season in absence of Prasidh Krishna, and emerged as a top class bowling choice for the skipper with both the new ball and the death overs as well. Avesh has since then made to Indian team as well as he was also a part of the reserves team for India?s T20 World Cup campaign. Avesh might not be among the players to be released by Royals, however, if so he might be one of the most hyped pacers with the largest of sums to be acquired. 



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="3-harshit-rana">3. Harshit Rana </h3>



Kolkata Knight Riders never looked a very impressive bowling deck with only Mitchell Starc in their deck. It was only when Harshit Rana and Vaibhav Arora the two youngsters emerged as massive wicket-taking options alongside their spinners and Andre Russell. Rana was earlier picked for the Zimbabwe as well as Sri Lanka tour, and since then he has been awaiting a debut for the Men in Blue. Rana will be horse over whom Kolkata will pin their money yet he remains a major target in the mega-auction. 



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="2-harshal-patel">2. Harshal Patel </h3>



Harshal Patel has been in the buzz since his full season with the Royal Challengers Bangalore, as he broke the Dwayne Bravo record for most wickets in a single season. He was then moved to Punjab Kings for a huge purse of 11 Crores INR a sum which seemed too high for an Indian bowler. However, it was Harshal who stepped as Punjab Kings' lead wicket-taker and also their highest wicket-taker on another occasion in IPL 2024, as he remains one of the best bowlers in the competition with the large amount of variability he brings to the side. 



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The top on the list is none other than, CSK?s Wonderman, Tushar Deshpande. As the Mumbai youngster has often emerged as their top choice among death bowlers. While like Avesh, Tushar has also bowled equally well with both the new and old ball. If the player is not among the retained options for CSK, then he surely gets the backing of several teams who are in need of such an efficient bowler in the powerplay as well as at the end of the innings.

IPL: Before the IPL 2025 mega-auction let's have a look at the 5 best domestic pacers Teams would look to target||

IPL: Before the IPL 2025 mega-auction let's have a look at the 5 best domestic pacers Teams would look to target

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IND vs ENG: Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his playing XI for the first T20I against England. The match between the two teams is all set to take place on Wednesday (22nd January) at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
India and England will be locking horns with each other in the five-match T20I series. Both teams have a mixed combination of seniors and youngsters in the team, and with the way they have played of late, it's fair to say that it will be an exciting series to watch. 
Coming to the first T20I, Ravichandran Ashwin backed Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma to open the innings for the team. The duo has been doing a decent job together as an opener and would be hoping to carry on the same form in the upcoming first match. 
Sanju Samson was at his exceptional best in the T20Is last year as he slammed three tons. While on the other hand, Abhishek Sharma hasn't been able to maintain consistency. Hence the series will be extremely important for him with the bat. 
At No.3, Ravichandran Ashwin picked Tilak Varma. The left-hander oozed his class with the bat in the last series against South Africa. He batted at No.3 and slammed two back-to-back centuries. Skipper Suryakumar Yadav, as per Ashwin, will bat at No.4.
Hardik Pandya, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Axar Patel are the three all-rounders picked by Ravichandran Ashwin in his Indian XI for the first IND vs ENG T20I. They are expected to play a major role with the bat and ball. 
Rinku Singh also has been picked by Ravichandran Ashwin in his Indian XI for the first IND vs ENG team. He will be taking the role of finisher while there was no place for Ravi Bishnoi, who hard has put a foot wrong in his T20I career. Varun Chakravarthy will be there as per Ashwin. 
Mohammed Shami and Arshdeep Singh are the two fast bowlers picked by Ravichandran Ashwin for the first IND vs ENG XI. Shami will be making his comeback to the team after a year, while Arshdeep will be keen to make an impact. 
<h2>IND vs ENG: Ravichandran Ashwin's Indian XI for the first T20I </h2>
Here's Ravichandran Ashwin's Indian XI for the first T20I 
Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Verma, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Varun Chakravarthy, Arshdeep Singh, Mohammed Shami
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India and England will be locking horns with each other in the five-match T20I series

IND vs ENG: Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his playing XI for the first T20I against England.

IND vs ENG: Ravichandran Ashwin picks his Indian XI for the first T20I against England, no place for Ravi Bishnoi

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Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali talked about the delay in the squad of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 for the Pakistan team. He said that it might look like they are scared of announcing the team, but it seems that they don't know what to do. 
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is around the corner and all the teams have named their squad for the tournament except the hosts Pakistan. The Men in Green are yet to announce the team even though the deadline of 12th January has already been surpassed by a long margin. 
India, Australia, England, South Africa, New Zealand, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan have all revealed their squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. This has made many speculate about why Pakistan isn't announcing their squad for the tournament, which is less than one month away. 
There have been several reports that Pakistan will be announcing their squad for the tournament soon. They are awaiting the fitness of a few players, and hence, they will soon be naming the team. Some reports also have revealed the players who will be playing, but an official announcement is yet to come. 
<h2>Pakistan kya darr gaya jo abhi tak team announce nahi ki? Nahi dara nahi hai. Samajh nahi aa rahi hai - Basit Ali </h2>
Amid all this, former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali commented on the same, saying that no one knows what is happening. He speculated that they might be waiting for the fitness report on Saim Ayub. Speaking in a video posted on his YouTube channel, he explained: 
"Pakistan kya darr gaya jo abhi tak team announce nahi ki? Nahi dara nahi hai. Samajh nahi aa rahi hai -- karein to kya karein? (Is Pakistan scared to announce their squad? No, it isn't, just unsure what to do and what not). The biggest issue is whether Saim Ayub can return fit or not. It's still not clear." 
It remains to be seen when will Pakistan announce the squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The tournament is all set to take place from 19th February, with the final all set to be played on 9th March.
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Pakistan squad for ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is yet to be announced {PC:X}

Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali talked about the delay in the squad of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 for the Pakistan team.

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is around the corner and all the teams have named their squad for the tournament except the hosts Pakistan.

"Pakistan darr gaya"- PCB attacked as they are yet to announce ICC Champions Trophy 2025 squad

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The International Cricket Council (ICC) has issued a warning to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) over the jersey controversy ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. This comes after the Indian governing body refused to write 'Pakistan' on their kits for the tournament. 
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025, which is all set to be hosted by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), is scheduled to begin on 19th February. The preparations for the tournament are on, and the ICC and the PCB are taking every step possible to make sure that everything is right on track. 
However, a controversy recently erupted after BCCI refused to write Pakistan on their jersey for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Notably, every participating nation, as per the ICC policy, has to write the name of the host nation below the logo of the tournament on their jersey. 
After BCCI refused to sport it, Pakistan Cricket Board officials made a strong statement, saying that BCCI is trying to use politics in every matter. He, however, mentioned that they are hopeful that ICC will support them and India will be asked to write the name of the jersey on their kits for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. 
<h2>It is the responsibility of every team to add the tournament logo to their jerseys - ICC official </h2>
Following this, BCCI also reacted, and the insider from the governing body said that since they are playing in Dubai, it isn't mandatory for them to wear the 'Pakistan written jersey'. The BCCI also stressed that they didn't write Pakistan's name on the podium of the Trophy tours as well. 
Amid all this, ICC has come up with a strong response for the BCCI. An ICC official mentioned that it is the responsibility of the host nation to add the tournament logo to their jersey. He stated: 
"It is the responsibility of every team to add the tournament logo to their jerseys. All teams are obligated to comply with this rule," an ICC official said as per A-Sports, as quoted by NDTV. 
Not only this, it is learned that the ICC also warned BCCI that they would be taking strict action if they didn't wear the Pakistan-written jersey during the tournament.
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The ICC Champions Trophy 2025, which is all set to be hosted by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), is scheduled to begin on 19th February.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has issued a warning to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) over the jersey controversy ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

ICC launches attack at BCCI over jersey controversy, gives 'Strict action' warning for not wearing 'Pakistan' printed kits

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India fast bowler Arshdeep Singh is all set to achieve the most massive feat in the history of T20I cricket in the upcoming T20I series against England. The series between the teams will begin on 22nd January at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. 
Arshdeep Singh is just 5 wickets away from becoming the first Indian bowler to pick 100 wickets in the T20Is. With India set to play a five-match T20I series against England, it is expected that the pacer will be achieving the feat in the upcoming series. 
This comes as a remarkable feat because Arshdeep Singh made his debut during 2022, and to reach to 100 wickets within the span of around 2 years is staggering. The left-arm pacer has been nothing short of exceptional in the T20 format and is one of the most consistent performers with the ball for the team. 
Arshdeep Singh has been sensational with the new ball as well as in death. In the last few years, he has proved to be the biggest match-winner for India in T20Is. The pacer has won many games for the team on his own and will be keen to carry on the same form in the upcoming series. 
<h2>Arshdeep Singh was one of the major reasons behind India winning the T20 World Cup 2024</h2>
Arshdeep Singh was one of the major reasons behind India winning the T20 World Cup 2024.  He was the joint-highest wicket-taker in the series with 17 wickets to his name as he oozed his class with both new ball and old ball, helping India to end their title drought.
Arshdeep Singh will be extremely important for India in the upcoming T20I series against England. The pacer will be key for the team alongside Mohammed Shami, who will be making his comeback to the team after a long injury break. The duo will be leading the attack for the team. 
With the kind of performances that he has displayed, Arshdeep Singh is likely to play all five games in the series. It won't be a surprise if he gets to 100 wickets in the first two games of the series against England.
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Arshdeep Singh is just 5 wickets away from becoming the first Indian bowler to pick 100 wickets in the T20Is.

India fast bowler Arshdeep Singh is all set to achieve the most massive feat in the history of T20I cricket in the upcoming T20I series against England.

Arshdeep Singh on the verge become the greatest Indian fast bowler in T20Is

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The India and Pakistan rivalry has been a great contest on the cricket field, as well as the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, marked by intense competition between the neighbouring nations and passionate fan engagement. It has often been seen that ever since the two teams have stopped playing bilaterals against eachother, these two are featured in every ICC tournament, which draw millions of spectators.  
The rivalry only intensifies, every time the two nations play against eachother, be it the Cricket World Cup or the ICC Champions Trophy. Such has been India’s domination in the ICC events, that they claimed successive wins in both the One-Day as well as the T20 World Cup. However, the Champions Trophy results have been contrasting with Pakistan’s infamous victory in the CT 2017 final against India, as well as their memorable 10-wickets win against India in the T20 World Cup of 2021.    
Clearly, the India vs Pakistan games are celebration of cricket to its peak, where every ball, every run, and every wicket carries the weightage of national pride.
<h2 dir="ltr">Here’s the strongest combined playing XI from the current squads of India and Pakistan for ICC Champions Trophy 2025:</h2>
<h3 dir="ltr">1: Rohit Sharma (C)</h3>
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Rohit Sharma - The Indian skipper at the top (Image Credit: X)
Indian captain and opener Rohit Sharma will be a part of the India-Pakistan combine playing XI. The right-handed batter has exceptional records and stats in ICC tournaments for the Indian Cricket Team.
As of now, Rohit Sharma has scored a total of 10,866 runs with an average of 49.16, including 31 centuries and 57 fifties in ODIs. Sharma has this ability to score quick runs and introduce the x-factor of the game for his side. 
<h3 dir="ltr">2: Babar Azam</h3>
Former Pakistan captain and top-order batter Babar Azam would also be a part of the combined ODI playing XI. Though he has been scorched off form recently and has faced sheer criticism, however, the players great antics cannot be overlooked owing to his sudden dip in form. 
As of now, Babar Azam has managed to score 5,957 runs with an average of 56,73, including 19 centuries and 34 fifties.
<h3 dir="ltr">3: Virat Kohli</h3>
One of the greatest players when it comes to limited overs cricket, Virat Kohli is considered the greatest in the format, while his fearless approach often frightens any bowling attack in the world. 
As of now, Virat Kohli is nearing the great landmark of 14000 ODI runs in international cricket, as he for now has a total of 13,906 runs to his name with an average of 58.18, including 50 centuries and 72 fifties.
<h3 dir="ltr">4: Shreyas Iyer</h3>
Indian middle-order batter <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shreyas_Iyer">Shreyas Iyer </a>has been a consistent player for the men in blue in the ODI format for a long time. Iyer has been a crucial asset to the India middle-order while delivering match-winning performances in the CWC 2023 as well as the Asia Cup. This is the reason he finds himself in place of Indian star wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant.  
As of now, Shreyas Iyer has put on a total of 2,421 runs with an average of 47.47, including 5 centuries and 18 fifties.
<h3 dir="ltr">5: Mohammad Rizwan</h3>
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New Pakistan skipper - Mohammad Rizwan (Image Credit: X)
Pakistan wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan fins his name in this combined playing XI for India and Pakistan. The currently named skipper of the Pakistan limited-overs side, has produced results after his immediate effect.  
As of now, Mohammad Rizwan has scored a total of 2,352 runs with an average of 41.26, including 3 centuries and 15 fifties, however, he is one of the most standout players for Pakistan in the middle-order. 
<h3 dir="ltr">6: Hardik Pandya</h3>
Indian all-rounder <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hardik_Pandya">Hardik Pandya</a> has been the asset for the Indian side, winning matches on several occasions. Pandya has been a responsible batsman down the order with an exemplary record against Pakistan. He on several occasions has won matches for India single-handedly, be it with the bat or with the ball. 
As of now, Hardik Pandya has scored 1769 runs and has taken 84 wickets for the Indian side in the 50-over format.
<h3 dir="ltr">7: Shadab Khan</h3>
Shadab Khan, the Leg-spin bowling all-rounder has been a crucial player for the Pakistan cricket team in recent times.Though Shadab Khan has not featured much for Pakistan in recent times, his services have been relished by the nation when it comes to limited-overs cricket. 
As of now, Shadab Khan has 855 runs and 85 wickets for the Pakistan side to his name.
<h3 dir="ltr">8: Kuldeep Yadav</h3>
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Kuldeep Yadav: The wizard for India in the sub-continent (Image Credit: X)
Kuldeep Yadav, the left-arm Chinaman bowler, has had an immense impact on India’s performances under sub-continent conditions. He is known for his standout services in the ODI format and hence features as the only main spin bowling option in the 11.
As of now, Kuldeep Yadav has taken 172 wickets for the Indian side with an economy of just 4.99.
<h3 dir="ltr">9: Shaheen Shah Afridi</h3>
Shaheen Shah Afridi has seemingly restored his form after his work stress was reduced, as the pacer has this supreme ability to swing the new ball on both sides. For Pakistan, Shaheen has been a proven matchwinner in several high-profile games in ICC tournaments.
As of now, Shaheen Shah Afridi has picked 119 wickets for the Pakistan Cricket Team with an economy of 5.49.
<h3 dir="ltr">10: Jasprit Bumrah</h3>
India’s most deadliest fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is one of the most feared bowlers in the world currently. Bumrah is an exceptional pacer in all phases of the game, and he can deliver the maximum impact with the new ball as well as in the death overs. Bumrah has not played many ODIs owing to his frequent injuries and still remains doubtful for the Champions Trophy 2025. 
As of now, Jasprit Bumrah has taken a total of 149 wickets with an economy of 4.59 for the Indian side.
<h3 dir="ltr">11: Mohammed Shami</h3>
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Mohammed Shami's return to the Indian side for the Champions Trophy (Image Credit: X) 
Mohammed Shami, the most experienced right-arm fast bowler for India, is set to feature in the upcoming Champions Trophy, as he has never featured for the Indian team ever since the last Cricket World Cup in 2023, where he was the highest wicket-taker of the tournament. 
As of now, Mohammed Shami has clinched a total of 195 wickets for the men in blue with an economy of 5.55.
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India and Pakistan's combined strongest probable 11 picked from their squads for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Sighting India vs Pakistan rivalries over ICC events, here is a combined playing 11 from the current squad of both the teams for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.