India displayed their World Champion form by sweeping Bangladesh 3-0 in the T20I series, led by Suryakumar Yadav. While the Men in Blue showcased a dominant performance, a few players struggled to make an impact, possibly jeopardizing their place for the upcoming T20I series against South Africa starting November 8. Here’s a look at three players who could face the axe:
- Abhishek Sharma
Once a standout performer during India’s Zimbabwe tour, where he scored a brilliant century, Abhishek Sharma had a disappointing series against Bangladesh, tallying just 35 runs across three games with a high score of 16 off seven balls. With other batters thriving, Sharma’s struggle to capitalize on opportunities may cost him his spot in the squad. - Shivam Dube
Dube, a member of the 2024 T20 World Cup-winning team, was sidelined for the first T20I and later ruled out of the series due to a back injury. Even if fit, he now finds himself lower down India’s list of all-rounders, especially after Nitish Reddy’s impressive debut performances. Dube may need to regain form and fitness to reclaim his position. - Jitesh Sharma
Primarily serving as a backup wicketkeeper, Jitesh Sharma didn’t see any game time this series. Although Rishabh Pant’s availability remains uncertain due to the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Jitesh’s spot appears shaky, with India possibly exploring other backup options for the South African tour.
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The players will look to improve and regain momentum as India finalizes its squad for the challenging South Africa series ahead.
