IND vs SL: The Indian cricket team are currently on tour in Zimbabwe for a five-match T20I series. It is a second-string team that has all new faces. The ongoing series is very important for India, as this series will decide which will be the upcoming stars for India. Notably, after this, India will play three T20Is and three ODIs on the Sri Lanka tour.
The tour will start on July 26. So, the squad for the Sri Lanka tour will be picked next week, so it will be a great chance for the players to make the ODI squad as well. There are a few players who have done well in the Zimbabwe T20Is and might be rewarded with their performances. In this article, we will talk about three Indian players who might get a chance in Sri Lankan ODIs after doing well against Zimbabwe.
IND vs SL: 3 Indian who might play in Sri Lanka ODIs after doing well in Zimbabwe T20Is
3. Ravi Bishnoi
Ravi Bishnoi can be a good option for the ODI series. The pitches in Sri Lanka are very helpful for the spinners, and Bishnoi, with his variations, can be very effective in Sri Lanka. Bishnoi has been pretty good so far in the series and has taken wickets. He is a very good operator and can also bowl in the powerplay. He has played one ODI for India only but has played 28 T20Is for India. Bishnoi can be a good backup spinner for the IND vs SL ODI series.
2. Avesh Khan
Some media reports confirmed that India might give the rest to Jasprit Bumrah, which will leave India with only a few options to choose from. That’s where India can look for the other young bowlers. Avesh Khan has been pretty good in the ongoing series. He can share the new ball and bowl in the middle overs. Avesh has taken six wickets in three matches and is looking promising as well.
1. Ruturaj Gaikwad
Ruturaj Gaikwad has been at his best in the shorter format. He has scored the most runs in the series against Zimbabwe. He has shown great form in the last couple of years for India. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli might be rested for the coming IND vs SL ODI series. That’s where India will look for a top-order batter, and Gaikwad can be a perfect choice. He is an excellent player of spin, which will be required in Sri Lanka.
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