India squad of 15 for Champions Trophy '17-Probables

[ShebbySB]

On 4/22/2017 at 7:05 PM, Chandan said:

India's likely 15-member squad, and why

 

Amidst the Indian Premier League (IPL) hullabaloo, teams have begun to prepare for the Champions Trophy that starts on June 1. Australia, South Africa and Bangladesh have already announced their 15-member squads for the eight-nation tournament. In the coming days, we will have more. The 10th edition of IPL has opened up the competition for slots in the Indian team, as the Indian selectors face a happy headache to choose from a pool of exceptional cricketers.

While IPL is a good platform for form indication, the conditions in England, in the month of June, will altogether be a different challenge. Usually the stars of the IPL and the preceding domestic season are rewarded with national caps in Zimbabwe tours, but Champions Trophy is no experiment ground. India enter the competition as the defending champions and despite the IPL brilliances, the national selectors may still go ahead with the tried and tested.

 

India will open their Group B campaign against archrivals Pakistan on June 4 at Edgbaston. However, the Virat Kohli-led side will play two warm-up games at The Oval in London before the tournament commences. India, ranked fourth in the ICC ODI Rankings, will face the third-ranked New Zealand on May 28 and two days later, take on neighbours Bangladesh.

With just over a month to go for the Champions Trophy, let us look at the probable 15 who will represent India at the event.

Openers:

Rohit Sharma: Despite his indifferent form of late, Rohit has established himself as one of the most destructive openers in ODIs. A fit Rohit is a certainty in limited-overs cricket and in all likelihood he will don the opener’s role.

ODIs: 153 | Runs: 5,131 | Ave: 41.37 | SR: 84.43 | HS: 264 | 100s: 10

Shikhar Dhawan: With concerns over KL Rahul’s fitness and with Ajinkya Rahane not making his chances count, Dhawan emerges as the top candidate to open with Rohit. The left hand-right hand opening combo has been destructive for India in the past and to Dhawan’s advantage is the fact that he boasts a tremendous record in ICC tournaments.

With 363 runs at 90.75 and with a strike rate of 101.39, Dhawan was the best batsman of Champions Trophy 2013 in England. It was a tournament that India ended up winning. What also helps his cause is the fact that KL Rahul may not be available for the tournament.

ODIs: 76 | Runs: 3,090 | Ave: 42.91 | SR: 89.95 | HS: 137 | 100s: 9

Middle-order:

Virat Kohli: This will be Kohli’s biggest challenge as India’s captain. He is relatively new as the limited-overs skipper and will be under immense pressure to defend the title. Adding to this, being the side’s best player, his personal form will be the key to India’s fortunes. Bring on the pressure; Kohli is known to thrive under it.

ODIs: 179 | Runs: 7,755 | Ave: 53.11 | SR: 90.76 | HS: 183 | 100s: 27

 

MS Dhoni: He may not have set things flying in the ongoing IPL but the former captain still has a lot to offer as the side’s key batsman in the middle-order. His under-pressure knocks against England earlier this year have given the fraternity glimpses of what Dhoni has still to offer as a batsman. His guidance will be important for Kohli and not to forget his prowess behind the stumps, especially against the spinners.

ODIs: 286 | Runs: 9,275 | Ave: 50.96 | SR: 88.98 | HS: 183* | 100s: 10 | Dismissals: 363

 

Yuvraj Singh: Kohli has thrown a lifejacket to Yuvraj’s sinking international career and the experienced stalwart has responded to his young captain’s faith with a couple of crucial knocks during the England series. Dhoni and Yuvraj have set up many wins for India in the past, and with them in the middle-order, it seems the time has transported us to the good old 2000s.

Yuvraj has a knack of scripting fairy tales. World Cup 2011 was one. Can he help India defend the ODI cricket’s second-most coveted trophy?

ODIs: 296 | Runs: 8,539 | Ave: 36.80| SR: 87.64 | HS: 150 | 100s: 14
Wickets: 111 | Ave: 38.45 | Economy R: 5.10 | BB: 5-31 | 5w: 1

 

Kedar Jadhav: The names of Suresh Raina and the uncapped Nitish Rana will be discussed for sure but Jadhav has been one of India’s finds in recent times. To slip into Raina’s role will be a tough task and Jadhav has not played enough cricket in conditions that England will present.

He can act as a back-up wicketkeeper and not to forget: he can chip in with useful off-spin. However, Jadhav’s primary role in the side will be that of a finisher.

ODIs: 15 | Runs: 468 | Ave: 58.50| SR: 121.55 | HS: 120 | 100s: 2
Wickets: 6 | Ave: 23.50 | Economy R: 5.22 | BB: 3-29

 

Manish Pandey: Between Pandey and Jadhav will be the toss-up for one slot in the XI. Right now Jadhav is ahead in the race but Pandey too has been in a rich form in the IPL. Pandey possesses right skills to fit into a No.4 batsman and if needed, can finish the innings with great authority.

In Pandey, India have a good back-up option. If Yuvraj, Jadhav or Dhawan suffer from indifferent form, Pandey will be the one slipping in to either of the boots.

ODIs: 12 | Runs: 261 | Ave: 43.50| SR: 96.30 | HS: 104* | 100s: 1

All-rounders:

 

Hardik Pandya: The Baroda all-rounder has managed to fill-up a long-time gap in Indian cricket. A quality pace bowling all-rounder is a rarity in Indian cricket and Pandya has shown promise so far. In English conditions, his pace and ability to move the ball with come handy. Not to forget, Pandya can tonk the ball to distance and has proved his prowess down the order.

ODIs: 7 | Runs: 160 | Ave: 53.33| SR: 119.40 | HS: 56 | 50s: 1
Wickets: 9 | Ave: 25.93 | Economy R: 5.80 | BB: 3-31

 

Ravindra Jadeja: He can’t put a foot wrong these days, can he? Jadeja will be the side’s primary spinner in the tournament. In the previous edition of the Champions Trophy, Jadeja exploited the English conditions better than anyone else did. He finished with 12 wickets at 12.83, and his economy rate was a mind-boggling 3.75. Jadeja’s ability to bat will only add to the batting depth of the side. And not to forget his fielding, which is the best in the side.

ODIs: 129 | Runs: 1,888 | Ave: 32.00| SR: 85.54 | HS: 87 | 50s: 10
Wickets: 151 | Ave: 34.68 | Economy R: 4.88 | BB: 5-36 | 5w: 1

Spinners:

 

Ravichandran Ashwin: Ashwin was one of India’s stars in their Champions Trophy triumph in 2013. He may not be the first choice spinner in limited-overs at the moment but Ashwin and Jadeja have been a lethal combination for India. If India play two spinners, Ashwin and Jadeja will be the first choice.

ODIs: 105 | Wickets: 145 | Ave: 32.37 | Economy R: 4.91 | BB: 4-25

 

Amit Mishra: Highly underrated and unlucky, Mishra has been India’s best spin bowler in recent times. He got a five-for in the last ODI that he played before making way for Ashwin. Mishra’s wrist spin will add variety to the attack and present Kohli with an attacking option. Selecting Mishra could go on to be a masterstroke.

ODIs: 36 | Wickets: 64 | Ave: 23.60 | Economy R: 4.72 | BB: 6-48 | 5w: 2

 

Pace brigade:

 

Bhuvneshwar Kumar: The Uttar Pradesh seamer has displayed rich form of late and the English conditions are tailor-made for him. Bhuvi possesses the ability to move the ball in the air as well as off the surface. Bhuvi’s good form can be an asset for Team India.

ODIs: 59 | Wickets: 61 | Ave: 39.62 | Economy R: 4.95 | BB: 4-8

 

Mohammed Shami: If he is fit, Shami gets to leads India’s bowling attack. He is one of the finest pacers India have produced in limited-overs. Shami’s consistency and seam presentation makes him special. He can move the ball at great speed. A fit Shami can prove to be the differentiator.

ODIs: 47 | Wickets: 87 | Ave: 24.89 | Economy R: 5.54 | BB: 4-35

 

Jasprit Bumrah: He may be only 23 but his maturity level and intelligence has already placed him amongst the top contemporary bowlers. Bumrah’s strength lies in his death bowling.

ODIs: 11 | Wickets: 22 | Ave: 21.68 | Economy R: 4.89 | BB: 4-22

 

Umesh Yadav: He has been India’s most improved cricketer this season. The fastest amongst all the Indian pacers, Umesh was India’s highest wicket-taker in the World Cup 2015 and played an important role in the side’s campaign till semi-final. Umesh’s ability to swing the ball at a good pace will be of great advantage.

ODIs: 63 | Wickets: 88 | Ave: 33.69 | Economy R: 6.01 | BB: 4-31

 

India’s likely squad: Virat Kohli (c), MS Dhoni (wk), Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, Yuvraj Singh, Kedar Jadhav, Manish Pandey, Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Hardik Pandya, Mohammed Shami, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jasprit Bumrah, Amit Mishra, Umesh Yadav

Knowing India’s way of slipping in an extra member, young Rishabh Pant may just make the cut as a back-up wicketkeeper.

 

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I will think of fitting Rahane somewhere as he is a mature batsman and the tournament is in England. Even if pitches will be flat, the conditions could be conducive to swing bowling. 

 

Chahal or Kuldeep will make the squad in place of Mishra if the 3rd spinner is selected.

[DDfan2017]

2 hours ago, ShebbySB said:

Chahal or Kuldeep will make the squad in place of Mishra if the 3rd spinner is selected.

I feel Chahal and Mishra should be the frontline spinners, and Kuldeep the 3rd spinner. Why can't India get over Ashwin and Jadeja in ODIs? This again proves we believe more in name n fame rather than performance. Ashwin and Jadeja have done nothing in ODIs to justify their selection.

[beetle]

20 hours ago, Sidhoni said:

Does anyone know when will actual selection take place?

Tomorrow is the last date for submitting teams.

[Sidhoni]

13 minutes ago, beetle said:

Tomorrow is the last date for submitting teams.

Expect BCCI to follow national spirit and do it tomorrow then 

[BeautifulGame]

Expect BCCI to follow national spirit and do it tomorrow then 

Tomorrow is the last date for submitting teams.

 

There were reports in the media that BCCI won't announce the team until the ICC meeting in Dubai is over.Will miss the deadline and wait for what happens at the voting there.

 

So possibly might announce it only after April 26(Wednesday) when the ICC GBM is over .Just a rumor though.

[speedheat]

Pant(WK)

Rohit

Kohli(captain)

Raina

Rana

Jadhav

Harddick

Jaddu

Bhuvi

Umesh/shami

Bumrah

Dhoni (drinks,towel,message etc.)

 

 

 

[Gollum]

13 minutes ago, speedheat said:

Pant(WK)

Rohit

Kohli(captain)

Raina

Rana

Jadhav

Harddick

Jaddu

Bhuvi

Umesh/shami

Bumrah

Dhoni (drinks,towel,message etc.)

 

 

 

I more or less concur with your team. Might need Ashwin depending on the pitch, especially considering his past exploits in major ICC ODI Tourneys. Remember he has a very good ODI record in England. 

You are absolutely spot on about Captain Cool's position.  But we may need to keep an eye on his drinks/towel job and not trust him with important messages. You know he must be fuming with jealousy at the sight of Captain Kohli and his young mavericks, right? Sabotage kar sakta hai, after all you did see his wife's epic betrayal on Instagram. 

[speedheat]

I more or less concur with your team. Might need Ashwin depending on the pitch, especially considering his past exploits in major ICC ODI Tourneys. Remember he has a very good ODI record in England. 

You are absolutely spot on about Captain Cool's position.  But we may need to keep an eye on his drinks/towel job and not trust him with important messages. You know he must be fuming with jealousy at the sight of Captain Kohli and his young mavericks, right? Sabotage kar sakta hai, after all you did see his wife's epic betrayal on Instagram. 

 

Thanks gollum bhai, agreed,ok will fit ashwin in umesh/shamis place depending on conditions, thanks again for reminding me about cool Boy's jealousy, may be I should delete that 'message' part he might end up doing kaanspiraaccy

[kubrickian]

Kuldeep Yadav should be a shoe in for 3rd spinner. He is a mystery spinner and batsmen will struggle to pick him. He is also a good pitch bowler who can get some turn on flat tracks because he is a wrist spinner and wickets in CT will be hard and flat.

[ShebbySB]

11 hours ago, DDfan2017 said:

I feel Chahal and Mishra should be the frontline spinners, and Kuldeep the 3rd spinner. Why can't India get over Ashwin and Jadeja in ODIs? This again proves we believe more in name n fame rather than performance. Ashwin and Jadeja have done nothing in ODIs to justify their selection.

I would not pick Ashwin in LOIs but I'll pick Jadeja as a package with his batting,bowling and fielding gives a balance in the team along with Hardik.Hardik and Jadeja at 7 and 8 gives us immense balance in the team.

Edited April 24, 2017 by ShebbySB

[GoodEnough]

Un official report coming from BCCI metting

India selected 13 players for CT but wait for

ICC

 

BCCI earlier announces to pull out of CT its surprise in cricketing world why Pakistan not announce their team, April 25 is the last day for every country to announce their team.If India or Pakistan pull out WI will play champion trophy.

 

ROHIT,DHAWAN,KOHLI,RAHANE,MSD,MANISH PANDEY,JADHAV,UMESH,JADEJA,HARDIK,BHUVI,ASHWIN,MOHAMMAD SHAMI,

 

Two names will be added later on,BCCI not yet announce team officially

Resources Regional news paper of Gujarat 5 pm Special edition

 

 

[Wristy flick]

Rohit

Dhawan

Kohli

Yuvi

Dhoni

Raina

Jadhav

Jadeja

Bhuvi

Umesh

Bumrah

[Wristy flick]

2 minutes ago, Wristy flick said:

Rohit

Dhawan

Kohli

Yuvi

Dhoni

Raina

Jadhav

Jadeja

Bhuvi

Umesh

Bumrah

Yuvi+raina+jadhav to bowl 10 overs between them

[Austin 3:!6]

 

 

 

 

IF India participates, this will be the first time I am more confident in our bowlers than batsman.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cant wait to see Bhuvi, Bumrah, Shami, Umesh or even Hardik bowling in English conditions. Ideally I wanted Thampi in the squad as well as I am so impressed with him this IPL but I know he wont be selected.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We need to play 3 fast bowlers, 1 allrounder and a leg spinner. No need to play Ashwin or Jadeja. My 5 bowlers will be:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bhuvi

 

 

 

 

Shami

 

 

 

 

Bumrah

 

 

 

 

Hardik

 

 

 

 

Mishra

 

 

 

 

Yuvraj/Raina (Part timer)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Not so confident with our batting unfortunately. Both openers (Rohit and Dhawan) struggling for form. But due to lack of options we must stick to them. Kohli at 3 is given. Dhoni should bat at 4 as he needs time these days to get going. I would drop Yuvraj Singh and replace him with Raina. Yuvraj (with due respect) will be a sitting duck in England. Raina has got good record in England (ODIs), a much more agile fielder and better bowling option than Yuvraj. Kedar Jadhav will bat at 6.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

My top 6 batsman:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rohit

 

 

 

 

Dhawan

 

 

 

 

Kohli

 

 

 

 

Dhoni

 

 

 

 

Raina

 

 

 

 

Jadhav

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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C'mmon lets win this trophy and shove it in the face of Shashank Manohar.

 

 

[ShebbySB]

Gambhir can be a good option in place of Dhawan as Rahul is not available due to injury.Updating my squad...

[Austin 3:!6]

Gambhir can be a good option in place of Dhawan as Rahul is not available due to injury.Updating my squad...

 

I proposed Gambhir too but posters here think he cant survive English conditions. That is correct as well if we check Gambhir's record in England. On form Gambhir is our best opener handsdown but horses for courses (English conditions) he does not make the squad.

 

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[beetle]

I think yuvi is past it.

Just let him screw his franchaisees ..

I hope proves me wrong next match...but he looks hopeless for too long now.

Edited May 1, 2017 by beetle

[ipl is fun]

How about Uthappa as first option and MSD as the backup. 

 

We are all going with IPL form. may be Robbie may come out good in UK. 

[Sidhoni]

Viru picked this team on Star Sports show :

 

Top order :

Rohit

Kohli

Rahane

Pant

 

Middle order :

Yuvi

Dhoni

Jadhav

Pandya

 

Spinners :

Ashwin

Jadeja

Chahal

 

Pacers :

Bhuvi

Bumrah

Shami

Yadav

 

No place for Pandey and Dhawan

[Magneto]

10 minutes ago, Sidhoni said:

Viru picked this team on Star Sports show :

 

Top order :

Rohit

Kohli

Rahane

Pant

 

Middle order :

Yuvi

Dhoni

Jadhav

Pandya

 

Spinners :

Ashwin

Jadeja

Chahal

 

Pacers :

Bhuvi

Bumrah

Shami

Yadav

 

No place for Pandey and Dhawan

Pacers are all right. Rest are blah...