Injury Blow: Shivam Dube Out of Bangladesh T20Is, Tilak Varma Steps In Injury Blow: Shivam Dube Out of Bangladesh T20Is, Tilak Varma Steps In
Injury Blow: Shivam Dube Out of Bangladesh T20Is, Tilak Varma Steps In

October 5, 2024

Injury Blow: Shivam Dube Out of Bangladesh T20Is, Tilak Varma Steps In

In a significant setback for the Indian cricket team, all-rounder Shivam Dube has been ruled out of the upcoming three-match T20I series against Bangladesh. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed that Dube’s recurring back injury has forced him to withdraw from the series, which is set to commence in Gwalior on Sunday.

Dube, a vital cog in India’s T20I squad since his comeback last August, has played a crucial role in the team’s recent successes. In 23 matches, he has scored 377 runs at an average of 31.41 and a strike rate of 126.93, including back-to-back unbeaten half-centuries against Afghanistan in January. Additionally, he has picked up seven wickets during this period.

Due to Dube’s injury, the BCCI has named Tilak Varma as his replacement. The young Mumbai Indians batsman will join the squad in Gwalior on Sunday morning, hoping to make an impact in the experienced Dube’s absence. This change in the lineup may impact India’s strategy, as they may not have the luxury of resting Hardik Pandya if they want his all-round skills on the field.

The cricketing world eagerly anticipates the start of the T20I series between India and Bangladesh as both teams gear up to put their best foot forward and showcase their prowess in the shortest format of the game.

India all-rounder Shivam Dube has been ruled out of the upcoming three-match T20I series against Bangladesh, the BCCI confirmed on the eve of the 1st T20I in Gwalior. According to BCCI’s official release, Dube will miss the three-game rubber owing to a back injury. “All-rounder Shivam Dube is ruled out of the three-match T20I series owing to a back injury,” BCCI’s statement read.

Recently, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced that young Mumbai Indians (MI) batter Tilak Varma will replace Shivam Dube for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Bangladesh. This announcement comes after Dube was ruled out due to a recurring back injury.

Tilak Varma, who has been making waves with his performances in the domestic circuit, will be eager to make the most of this opportunity and prove his mettle at the international level. The 20-year-old left-handed batsman has been in impressive form in the Indian Premier League (IPL), amassing 536 runs in 27 matches for Mumbai Indians.

Varma is set to join the Indian squad in Gwalior on Sunday, ahead of the first T20I against Bangladesh. His inclusion in the team brings a fresh and dynamic presence to the batting lineup. It provides a much-needed backup for Hardik Pandya, whose all-round skills are crucial to the team’s success.

The selection of Tilak Varma highlights the BCCI’s commitment to nurturing young talent and providing them with opportunities to shine on the global stage. As the Indian team gears up for the series against Bangladesh, all eyes will be on Varma as he looks to make a mark in his debut international series and contribute to the team’s success.

“The Senior Selection Committee has named Tilak Varma as Shivam’s replacement. Tilak will link up with the squad in Gwalior on Sunday morning,” the statement added.

India’s T20I squad for the series against Bangladesh has recently undergone changes. All-rounder Shivam Dube has been ruled out due to a recurring back injury. Dube has played 33 T20Is for India so far, scoring 448 runs and taking 11 wickets. The 21-year-old Tilak Varma has been named as his replacement.

Varma, who plays for Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League, has represented India in 16 T20Is, scoring 336 runs and claiming two wickets with his slow bowling. He was previously sidelined due to an injury, which led to his absence from the T20I series against Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka.

The updated squad for the Bangladesh series includes the following players:

  • Suryakumar Yadav (Captain)
  • Abhishek Sharma
  • Sanju Samson (Wicketkeeper)
  • Rinku Singh
  • Hardik Pandya
  • Riyan Parag
  • Nitish Kumar Reddy
  • Washington Sundar
  • Ravi Bishnoi
  • Varun Chakaravarthy
  • Jitesh Sharma (Wicketkeeper)
  • Arshdeep Singh
  • Harshit Rana
  • Mayank Yadav
  • Tilak Varma

With this updated squad, the Indian team will aim for a strong performance in the upcoming T20I series against Bangladesh.

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