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MATCH INFO |
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MATCH :
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India vs Afghanistan
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COMPETITION :
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T20
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| DATE: |
14-01-2024
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TIME:
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07.00 PM IST (UTC +5:30)
05.30 PM UAE
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STADIUM
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Stadium
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Virat Kohli's T20I Comeback: An Intriguing Lineup Dilemma for Team India
In the highly anticipated 2nd T20I clash between India and Afghanistan, all eyes are once again on the Indian cricket team, this time eagerly awaiting the return of Virat Kohli to T20I cricket after an absence of over a year. The last time Kohli played a T20I was on November 10, 2022, and his return has created quite a buzz among cricket enthusiasts.
Kohli's comeback was initially expected in the first game of the series, but it was later announced that he would be available only for the second and third matches. As the former captain makes his return, the question arises as to who will make way for him in the playing XI and where Kohli will bat in the order.
One possibility is the inclusion of Yashasvi Jaiswal, which could lead to tough decisions for the team management. Shubman Gill, who played a crucial role in Rohit Sharma's run-out in the previous game due to a mix-up, might be a contender for omission. However, dropping Gill for Kohli could raise eyebrows and add emotional complexity for the 24-year-old.
Another potential change could involve Tilak Varma, who has shown promise but has seen a decline in form since his impressive start in T20Is last year. The 21-year-old's recent performances have not been up to the mark, and the experiment to make him a part-time off-spinner has shown limited success.
As the team contemplates these lineup decisions, fans eagerly await the outcome, knowing that Kohli's return adds an extra layer of excitement to an already intense series. The strategic choices made by the team management will undoubtedly influence the dynamics of the match, and cricket enthusiasts around the world will be closely following the developments in this much-anticipated encounter.