India are set to begin their three-match T20I series against Zimbabwe on Thursday, July 23, at the Harare Sports Club, with Shreyas Iyer leading a young squad under the guidance of head coach VVS Laxman.
The visitors head into the series looking to end a six-match losing streak in T20Is. With a squad featuring a mix of experienced internationals and emerging players, several selection decisions remain ahead of the opening match.
India Predicted Playing 11 vs ZIM
Here's a look at India's predicted playing XI for the first T20I against Zimbabwe.
Openers
Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Suryavanshi are expected to open the innings for India. The left-right combination could provide an aggressive start in the powerplay, while Prabhsimran Singh may have to wait for his opportunity.
Middle Order
Ishan Kishan is likely to return at No. 3 while also taking up wicketkeeping duties. Captain Shreyas Iyer is expected to bat at No. 4, followed by vice-captain Tilak Varma at No. 5.
Lower Middle Order
One of the biggest selection calls could involve Rinku Singh, who may miss out on a place in the playing XI despite returning to the squad. India could instead opt for Shivam Dube and Suryansh Shedge, with both players adding batting depth while also providing useful seam-bowling options.
Bowling Attack
Ravi Bishnoi is expected to lead India's spin attack and could be partnered by Harsh Dubey, giving the visitors two frontline spin options.
The pace attack is likely to be led by Mayank Yadav, whose express pace could be a key weapon in Harare. He is expected to share the new-ball duties with Prince Yadav.
India Predicted Playing XI vs Zimbabwe (1st T20I)
Abhishek Sharma
Vaibhav Suryavanshi
Ishan Kishan (WK)
Shreyas Iyer (Captain)
Tilak Varma (Vice-Captain)
Shivam Dube
Suryansh Shedge
Harsh Dubey
Ravi Bishnoi
Prince Yadav
Mayank Yadav
The final playing XI will be confirmed at the toss on Thursday, but the expected lineup suggests India could back a balanced combination of aggressive batting, multiple all-round options and a varied bowling attack as they look to make a winning start to the series.
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FAQs
Who is expected to open for India against Zimbabwe?
Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Suryavanshi are expected to open the batting for India in the first T20I.
Who is India's captain for the Zimbabwe T20I series?
Shreyas Iyer is leading India in the three-match T20I series against Zimbabwe.
Will Rinku Singh play in the 1st T20I?
According to the predicted XI, Rinku Singh could miss out, with India likely to prefer Shivam Dube and Suryansh Shedge for better team balance.
Who will keep wickets for India?
Ishan Kishan is expected to take wicketkeeping duties in the opening T20I.
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