Harshit Rana | Source: X.com
The Ajit Agarkar-led BCCI have opted for a young squad for the upcoming Zimbabwe series, with Shubman Gill leading a team packed with exciting prospects.
Players like Abhishek Sharma, Riyan Parag, and Nitish Reddy, who impressed during the IPL 2024 season, have been rewarded with maiden call-ups to the national team.
However, some other standout performers from the IPL 2024 were not included in the squad. Here’s a look at some of the notable omissions:
Harshit Rana
Harshit Rana | Source: X.com
The young Kolkata Knight Riders fast bowler was a revelation in IPL 2024, playing a key role in their championship run. Harshit Rana picked up 19 wickets in 13 matches at an economy rate of around 9 in IPL 2024.
Varun Chakravarthy
Varun Chakravarthy | Source: X/Twitter
Another KKR player who impressed was the wily spinner Varun Chakravarthy. His ability to take wickets at crucial junctures and control the run flow would have been valuable for the Indian team. He picked up 21 wickets in 15 matches at an economy rate of around 8 for KKR in IPL 2024.
Tilak Varma
Tilak Varma | Source: BCCI/IPL
The left-handed batter from Mumbai Indians has emerged as a vital cog in their batting line-up. Known for his ability to anchor the innings and accelerate when needed, Tilak Varma‘s exclusion comes as a surprise to many. He scored 416 runs in 13 matches at a strike rate of 150 in IPL 2024.
With a busy international calendar ahead, these talented youngsters will hope to continue their impressive form in domestic tournaments and earn their national team call-up soon.
