Shubman Gill | Source: X.com
India is set to kick off their five-match T20I series against Zimbabwe on Saturday, July 6, at Harare Sports Club. Shubman Gill will lead the Indian team in T20Is for the first time during this series.
Opening Pair and Middle Order
Opening the batting will be Indian captain Shubman Gill, alongside the explosive Abhishek Sharma, known for his standout performances with Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2024. Ruturaj Gaikwad and Riyan Parag are expected to bolster the middle order at numbers three and four.
Wicket-Keeping Duties
Due to Sanju Samson’s unavailability in the first T20I, Dhruv Jurel will take on the wicket-keeping responsibilities. Jurel impressed during IPL 2024 with Rajasthan Royals.
Finishers and All-Rounders
Rinku Singh | Source: X/Twitter
The role of finishers will be handled by Rinku Singh and Washington Sundar. Washington Sundar, known for his all-round abilities, adds depth with both bat and ball. On the other hand, Ravi Bishnoi be the lone specialist spinner in the playing 11.
Pace Bowling Attack
Leading the pace bowling attack are senior fast bowlers Khaleel Ahmed and Mukesh Kumar, supported by Avesh Khan as the third option.
Probable Playing XI
Here is the probable playing XI for India against Zimbabwe in the first T20I:
Shubman Gill (c)
Abhishek Sharma
Ruturaj Gaikwad
Riyan Parag
Dhruv Jurel (wk)
Rinku Singh
Washington Sundar
Ravi Bishnoi
Avesh Khan
Khaleel Ahmed
Mukesh Kumar
