Abhishek Sharma and Varun Chakravarthy Named Key Threats by R. Ashwin in India's T20 World Cup Squad
The much-anticipated T20 World Cup is still a few months away, and India, the defending champions, are shaping up as strong contenders. With a well-balanced team, India begins the tournament among the favorites.
R. Ashwin Highlights Players Opponents Should Fear
Former India cricketer R. Ashwin identified two players he believes opponents will fear the most in the upcoming T20 World Cup: Abhishek Sharma and Varun Chakravarthy. Notably, he did not include Jasprit Bumrah in this list.
"So far, I was saying that handling Jasprit Bumrah is critical, but I would now say, from what I have seen, Tim David handled Varun Chakravarthy. I am thinking teams will go for Abhishek Sharma and Varun Chakravarthy if they have to get past India. Against Abhishek Sharma, we will definitely see in this series the plan that is made, and they will definitely invite that. Whatever teams are coming, they will come prepared for the World Cup. Similarly, against Varun Chakravarthy, because that will give them leverage in that T20 World Cup."
This insight was shared by Ashwin on his YouTube channel, indicating how opponents might strategize against India’s key players.
India’s Preparation Outlook
- India's team is balanced and ready for the T20 World Cup challenge.
- Opposing teams are expected to devise specific plans to counter players like Abhishek Sharma and Varun Chakravarthy.
- The strategy against these players will be crucial for teams aiming to beat India.
India’s squad and strategy make them a formidable force for the upcoming T20 World Cup.
Summary: Former cricketer R. Ashwin believes Abhishek Sharma and Varun Chakravarthy, rather than Jasprit Bumrah, will be the key players feared by opponents in India’s well-prepared T20 World Cup squad.