India’s Squad for First Two T20Is vs Zimbabwe:
India’s cricket team embarks on its Zimbabwe tour with three pivotal changes. New entrants Sai Sudarshan, Jitesh Sharma, and Harshit Rana make the cut for the opening T20 matches, stepping in for Sanju Samson, Shivam Dube, and Yashasvi Jaiswal.
The world champion Indian team is currently stationed in Barbados, having not returned post their T20 World Cup victory due to Hurricane Beryl. Officials from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) are present with the team.
Recently part of the victorious T20 World Cup Indian team, Sanju Samson, Shivam Dube, and Yashasvi Jaiswal will join the squad in Zimbabwe after returning to India and playing two matches. This modular participation ensures a smooth transition and inclusion within the team dynamics.
As Team India gears up for its departure, cherished moments captured by BCCI showcase the team, with VVS Laxman at the helm as head coach. Other members, including rookies Abhishek Sharma and Riyan Parag, also grace the frame, indicating a journey filled with potential and new talents.
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The upcoming five-match T20 series against Zimbabwe will witness the inclusion of these players, who shall join the rest of their teammates after the initial ICC T20 World Cup celebrations and subsequent arrival in Harare.
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Zimbabwe's Squad Against India:
Led by captain Sikandar Raza, the team boasts notable talents such as Faraz Akram and Brian Bennett, setting the stage for an enthralling contest.
India's Team for the First and Second T20 Matches Against Zimbabwe:
Captained by Shubman Gill, the squad features talented individuals like Rituruaj Gaikwad, Abhishek Sharma, Rinku Singh, and more, marking a blend of experience and fresh energy ready to take the field.
India’s Zimbabwe Tour Itinerary (July 2024)
First T20 in Harare on July 6th Second T20 in Harare on July 7th ...and so on, including the fifth T20 on July 14th.
India vs Zimbabwe T20 Match Timings and Viewing Details:
All matches will commence at 4:30 PM IST. Broadcasts are on Sony Sports Network whereas live streaming is available on SonyLiv app and website.
India and Zimbabwe’s Head-to-Head Record:
In T20 clashes, India has a lead with 6 victories out of 8 matches, while Zimbabwe proudly claimed wins in other formats as well, illustrating a competitive history between the two sides.
