Shivam Dube Ruled Out of T20I Series Against Bangladesh Due to Injury

The Indian cricket team has encountered an unexpected setback as all-rounder Shivam Dube has been ruled out of the highly anticipated three-match T20I series against Bangladesh due to a back injury. The injury has forced the team to make a last-minute change to their squad.

The Senior Selection Committee acted swiftly by naming young sensation Tilak Varma as Dube’s replacement. Tilak is expected to join the team in Gwalior, where he will be linking up with the squad on Sunday morning, preparing to make his mark in the upcoming series.

Shivam Dube, a powerful hitter and useful medium-pacer, has been an asset in recent series. His absence will certainly be felt, but it opens the door for Varma to prove himself on the international stage. Varma, known for his aggressive batting style and adaptability, will be eager to contribute to India’s campaign in the T20I series.

India’s Updated Squad:

• Suryakumar Yadav (C) – The captain, leading with his explosive batting abilities.

• Abhishek Sharma – A versatile player with potential in both batting and bowling.

• Sanju Samson (wk) – The experienced wicketkeeper-batsman, known for his aggressive approach.

• Rinku Singh – A rising star in Indian cricket, showcasing his potential as a middle-order batter.

• Hardik Pandya – A dynamic all-rounder and one of the most influential players in the squad.

• Riyan Parag – A promising young cricketer with skills in batting and off-spin bowling.

• Nitish Kumar Reddy – A talent to watch, providing depth in both batting and bowling.

• Washington Sundar – A reliable off-spinner and a handy lower-order batter.

• Ravi Bishnoi – A young leg-spinner who can baffle opponents with his variations.

• Varun Chakaravarthy – The mystery spinner, expected to trouble Bangladeshi batters.

• Jitesh Sharma (wk) – Another wicketkeeper option, known for his power hitting.

• Arshdeep Singh – A left-arm seamer, looking to lead the bowling attack.

• Harshit Rana – A talented fast bowler, adding pace to the Indian lineup.

• Mayank Yadav – A newcomer, ready to showcase his talent with the ball.

• Tilak Varma – The replacement for Dube, an exciting young batter with immense potential.

India will face Bangladesh in what promises to be an exciting series, with the team determined to perform despite Dube’s absence. Fans are eager to see how the squad, with fresh faces like Varma, will step up and continue their winning ways.