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Three reasons why India are still favourites to win the 20-20 world cup
Fans are expecting the ‘Men in Blue’ to bring home the world cup even after their early exit from Asia Cup.
The 20-20 World Cup is just one month away and the teams are finalizing their squads for the big event. India also two series left against Australia and South Africa where they will be finalizing their squad for the tournament. After the early exit from Asia Cup, the pressure of expectations has grown exponentially on the Indian team.
The fans are now expecting the ‘Men in Blue’ to come back home with the cup. Even after having a forgettable Asia Cup, the Indian team is one of the strongest contenders for the upcoming 20-20 world cup. On that note, let’s take a look at three reasons why India are the favorites:
1. Return of Virat Kohli’s form:
The day the entire India had been patiently waiting for finally arrived on 8th September 2022, when Kohli brought up his 71st international century. The star batter looked at his vintage best as he smashed the ball to parts of the ground for fun. Kohli just got better and better with every innings as he grew in confidence and found his mojo back.
His return to form couldn’t have come at a better time for India as the 20-20 World Cup is just one month away. It’s a tournament that Kohli has owned throughout his career, winning two ‘Player of the Tournament’ awards at the marquee event. He will be once again raring to go in the upcoming world cup as he’s already sent a strong message to the opposition with his stupendous hundred.2. Jasprit Bumrah’s return:
Jasprit Bumrah: (Image Source: Twitter)
The leader of India’s pace attack, Jasprit Bumrah is expected to make a return to the team in the upcoming world cup. Bumrah missed the squad for the Asia Cup due to a hip injury. The Indian bowling attack looked helpless without their star performer.
The 28-year-old is one of the most lethal bowlers in world cricket at the moment. His return to the squad is one of the biggest positives for team India going into the world cup. Bumrah along with experienced Bhuvneshwar Kumar and youngster Arshdeep Singh will make a versatile bowling attack for the tournament.
3. Star-studded batting lineup:
Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul: (Image Source: Twitter)
The Indian team has always had a star-studded batting lineup. In the 20-20 world cup, they will be going into the tournament with big names like Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul etc. Indian captain Rohit Sharma is the leading run scorer in T20Is and also has the most number of hundreds in the format. The Indian batting can rip apart any bowling lineup on their day.
They have the firepower to clear the big boundaries of the Australian grounds and hit monstrous sixes. Indian batting will hold the key for them in the world cup and fans have full faith in the talent of the Indian team to bring the cup home.
