- Rohit Sharma: The first match of the ODI series will be played in Colombo on August 2. However, apart from Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Kuldeep Yadav and Harshit Rana have reached Colombo for this series.
IND vs SL ODI Series:
The Indian cricket team is playing a 3 T20 match series against Sri Lanka. After this, both the teams will face each other in the ODI series. A series of 3 ODI matches will be played between India and Sri Lanka. The first match of the ODI series will be played in Colombo on 2 August. However, apart from Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Kuldeep Yadav and Harshit Rana have reached Colombo for this series.
Assistant coach Abhishek Nair joins Team India
According to media reports, Indian players will start participating in practice sessions from Monday. During this time, Team India’s assistant coach Abhishek Nair will be present in the practice sessions. Earlier on Monday morning, Abhishek Nair left for Colombo. The third T20 is to be played between India and Sri Lanka on Tuesday. After this, other players will join the ODI team. The first ODI between India and Sri Lanka will be played on August 2. All the ODIs of this series will be played in Colombo.
Morne Morkel will join the Indian team
Apart from this, it is believed that former South African bowler Morne Morkel will soon join the coaching staff of Team India. After this series, the Indian team will play a series of Test matches against Bangladesh on its home ground. The Test series between India and Bangladesh will be played in the month of September.
Team India’s squad for the series against Sri Lanka-
Rohit Sharma (captain), Shubman Gill (vice-captain), Virat Kohli, KL Rahul (wicketkeeper), Rishabh Pant (wicketkeeper), Shreyas Iyer, Shivam Dubey, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep Singh, Riyan Parag, Axar Patel, Khalil Ahmed and Harshit Rana.
🆙 Next 👉 Sri Lanka 🇱🇰#TeamIndia are back in action with 3 ODIs and 3 T20Is#INDvSL pic.twitter.com/aRqQqxjjV0
— BCCI (@BCCI) July 18, 2024
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli Lead the Charge
The Indian cricket team is all set to lock horns with Sri Lanka in a three-match ODI series. The series promises to be a thrilling contest as both teams boast a formidable lineup. The excitement has reached fever pitch with the arrival of Indian stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in Sri Lanka.
The inclusion of the two batting behemoths in the Indian squad has sent ripples through the cricketing world. Rohit, the Indian captain, brings with him a wealth of experience and leadership qualities. His ability to anchor the innings and build partnerships is unparalleled. Virat Kohli, on the other hand, is a modern-day batting maestro, known for his consistency and aggressive strokeplay.
The duo’s presence in the middle order is expected to bolster India’s batting lineup significantly. With a solid top order already in place, the addition of Rohit and Kohli makes India a formidable force to reckon with. Their ability to chase down any target or set mammoth totals is a testament to their batting prowess.
While the Indian batting lineup is undoubtedly stacked, the bowling department is no less impressive. With Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, and Mohammed Shami at their disposal, India has a potent pace attack. The spin duo of Kuldeep Yadav and Yuzvendra Chahal adds further depth to the bowling unit.
Sri Lanka, on the other hand, will be looking to capitalize on home conditions. The island nation has produced some world-class cricketers over the years, and they will be eager to put up a strong fight against the Indian juggernaut.
The series is expected to be a high-scoring affair, with both teams boasting strong batting lineups. The dew factor could also play a crucial role in determining the outcome of the matches.
Cricket fans are eagerly anticipating the series, and with good reason. The clash between two cricketing giants is always a spectacle to behold.