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The highly anticipated ZIM vs IND T20I five-match series kicks off on July 6 in Harare. This series is crucial for Zimbabwean cricket as they seek to rebuild and improve under new head coach Justin Sammons. India, fresh off their ICC T20 World Cup 2024 victory, is led by Shubman Gill and features a mix of seasoned players and fresh talent. Cricket enthusiasts can expect a thrilling series filled with exciting matches as both teams bring their best to the field. This tour promises to showcase emerging talents and intense competition, making it a must-watch event for cricket fans.
Abhishek Sharma
Shubman Gill
Ruturaj Gaikwad
Riyan Parag
Rinku Singh
Dhruv Jurel (wk)
Washington Sundar
Ravi Bishnoi
Avesh Khan
Khaleel Ahmed
Mukesh Kumar
World Cup-winning trio of Shivam Dube, Sanju Samson and Yashasvi Jaiswal are not available for first two T20Is.
Sai Sudharsan, Jitesh Sharma and Harshit Rana are added to the squad in place of above mentioned players for first two matches of the series.
Tadiwanashe Marumani
Innocent Kaia
Bennett Brian
Wessly Madhevere
Sikandar Raza
Clive Madande
Campbell Johnathan
Luke Jongwe
Wellington Masakadza
Akram Faraz
Blessing Muzarabani
Harare pich is a balanced wicket. The ball may stay low, it did in the last T20I played here. It’s a good cricket wicket with plenty in it for bowlers and batters need to apply themselves and can’t just slam-bang from the word go!
WK: Dhruv Jurel
BAT: Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shubman Gill, Abhishek Sharma
ALL: Bennett Brian, Sikandar Raza
BOWL: Blessing Muzarabani, Luke Jongwe, Khaleel Ahmed, Mukesh Kumar, Ravi Bishnoi