Shreyas Iyer’s Comeback Prospects
Potential Inclusion in Upcoming Tours
Shreyas Iyer, despite losing his central contract, might feature in India’s upcoming tour of Sri Lanka, thanks to his stellar performance in the 2024 IPL season. Leading his franchise to their third title, Iyer impressed in the middle order with his consistent batting.
Selectors’ Radar for Zimbabwe Tour
Given his recent success in T20 formats, Iyer is also on the selectors’ radar for the Zimbabwe tour in July. These white-ball assignments could be part of Gautam Gambhir’s first duties as India’s new head coach. Iyer may reunite with his franchise mentor shortly after their IPL victory.
Preparations at the National Cricket Academy
While the senior team competes in the 2024 T20 World Cup, a group of youngsters is training at the NCA in Bengaluru for the Zimbabwe series starting July 6. Notably, Iyer is not part of this camp. The camp includes Abhishek Sharma, Riyan Parag, Mayank Yadav, Harshit Rana, Nitish Reddy, Vijaykumar Vyshak, and Yash Dayal, who are all potential picks for the T20I series in Zimbabwe.
Youngsters with Impressive IPL Performances
These young talents had significant IPL seasons, with Mayank Yadav highlighted for his pace bowling despite an injury. Vijaykumar Vyshak and Yash Dayal are under BCCI’s fast bowling contracts and seen as future prospects for India’s T20I squad.
Iyer’s Strong Comeback
Iyer, who dealt with a back injury last year, made a strong comeback during the 2023 Asia Cup, playing a key role in India’s unbeaten run to the 2023 ODI World Cup finals. His performance included a crucial half-century in his last ODI against South Africa, where he amassed over 500 runs in the World Cup.
Upcoming Series and Iyer’s Role
There is a strong possibility that Iyer will be part of the three-match ODI series in Sri Lanka. His last appearance for India was in a Test series against England, which India won 4-1.
India’s Tour Schedule
Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka Tours
India’s tour of Zimbabwe will take place from July 6 to 14, featuring five T20Is. This series will help test India’s bench strength. The tour of Sri Lanka includes three ODIs and three T20Is, with the schedule yet to be announced. Senior players might not participate due to their recent busy schedules with the IPL and the T20 World Cup.(cricket betting app)