Yashasvi Jaiswal included in India T20I squad for England series picked by Sanjay Bangar

Former Indian batting coach Sanjay Bangar has revealed his India squad for the upcoming five-match T20I series against England, from January 22 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Young batting sensation Yashasvi Jaiswal has surprisingly not made it to Bangar’s first-choice eleven.

Sanjay Bangar’s T20I squad featured a mix of experience and emerging talent in the top six, with Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav, Abhishek Sharmaand Sanju Samson forming the core, supported by aggressive openers Rinku Singh and Shivam Dube for the upcoming home series against England.

Sanjay Bangar drops Yashasvi Jaiswal from India XI for T20I series against England

Interestingly, Bangar also highlighted Jaiswal’s potential as a versatile player in all formats of the game. He said that Yashasvi Jaiswal remains a key prospect for India’s future in all three formats of the game, but for now, he would like to go with these four players.

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On the other hand, the wicketkeeper’s spot remains hotly contested, with Bangar acknowledging the stiff competition between Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul for the crucial role. The former Indian coach suggested that Pant could be the best option for a long-term prospect, especially if India need flexibility in the batting line-up.

Bangar also proposed a scenario where, if Sanju Samson is not available, Yashasvi Jaiswal could be moved up the order, allowing Rishabh Pant to fill in at No. 5. He feels that this strategic fit could provide India with a balanced training while using Pant’s dynamics. batting skills effectively.

It is very difficult to choose one between Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul – Sanjay Bangar

Sanjay Bangar told Star Sports, “For me, the top four are similar, where Tilak Varma and Suryakumar Yadav along with Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson. No. 5 and No. 6 – Rinku Singh and Shivam Dube. For me, the reserve top order batsman has to be Yashasvi Jaiswal I would like him to play all three formats at least to be in contention for all three formats.

The safety keeper, that’s a pitch; it is very difficult between Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul. If the need is to bat in the top four, yes Rishabh Pant, or KL Rahul. It’s a launch, but if you have to take a long-term view, then Rishabh could be the guy.”

In addition, Bangar also shared his picks for India’s lower order and bowling line-up. He included Hardik Pandya and Axar Patel at No.7 and No.8, followed by Kuldeep Yadav at No.9. Arshdeep Singh and Prasidh Krishna completed the line-up as top-line pushers.

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Sanjay Bangar says Kuldeep Yadav is the most favorite bowler

The former Indian cricketer said that Kuldeep Yadav is his preferred No.1 for India, and Varun Chakaravarthy should be his replacement for the England series. Bangar noted that he picked the team keeping in mind that Jasprit Bumrah will not be seen playing in the T20I series.

Bangar signed off saying, “No. No. 7 and 8 are Hardik Pandya and Axar Patel. No. 9 is Kuldeep Yadav. No. 10 and 11 are Arshdeep Singh and Prasidh Krishna. For me, Prasidh Krishna is a bowler who can bowl very penetratingly with the new ball and also in the mediums.The substitute will be Khaleel Ahmed.Kuldeep is an absolute match winner as he is the most preferred bowler, and Varun Chakaravarthy is behind it because he brings that element of mystery to it.”

Here is Sanjay Bangar’s India squad for the T20I series against England:

Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav, Rinku Singh, Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rishabh Pant, Varun Chakaravarthy, Khaleel Ahmed.