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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) finds itself at a crossroads as it contemplates the leadership dynamics for the upcoming T20 series in South Africa. The central question revolves around whether Rohit Sharma, who previously expressed a desire to step back from T20s, will agree to lead the squad, especially in the absence of regular skipper Hardik Pandya.
Leadership Vacuum in T20s
With Hardik Pandya sidelined for another month due to an ankle ligament tear, the BCCI faces a leadership vacuum in the T20 format. The choices appear to be between entrusting Suryakumar Yadav with the captaincy or persuading Rohit Sharma to take the reins once again. The latter’s leadership during the ODI World Cup earned widespread acclaim, prompting the BCCI to consider extending his role in white-ball cricket.
Rohit Sharma’s Reluctance
It’s noteworthy that Rohit Sharma had earlier expressed his reluctance to participate in T20s. However, his successful stint as the captain in the ODI World Cup has prompted a reconsideration by the BCCI. The board believes that if Rohit agrees to lead in the T20Is against South Africa, he might continue to lead in the T20 World Cup scheduled for June-July in the Americas.
Virat Kohli’s Break
In the broader context, the BCCI has to factor in Virat Kohli’s decision to seek a break from white-ball games in South Africa. Kohli’s return to the playing XI will likely hinge on his performance in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL), a sentiment shared by KL Rahul, who may feature in T20Is if he assumes the role of a keeper-batter for Lucknow Super Giants in the coming season.
Workload Management and Test Series
Workload management emerges as another critical consideration, given the tight schedule with six white-ball matches in 11 days. The BCCI traditionally prioritizes formats with global tournaments in the near future, and decisions will be guided by the sports science team. This becomes particularly relevant as the Test series kicks off just five days after the white-ball matches conclude on December 26.
Test Squad Predictions
Looking ahead to the Test series, the selectors are likely to welcome back KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer after their recovery from injuries. The possibility of Ajinkya Rahane facing exclusion looms large, and Cheteshwar Pujara’s chances appear slim. The decision may pivot on Rahul’s willingness to keep wickets in Tests, potentially creating room for an additional batter in the squad.
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