The recurrence of decrease again ache has dominated Shreyas Iyer out of motion for some time. The batter won’t solely be lacking the three-match ODI collection in opposition to Australia however can be a uncertain starter for the Indian Premier League.
With not a lot readability on when he would be capable to return, the Indian group administration has began to search for options in a bid to maintain its preparation heading in the right direction for the ODI World Cup, to be held in India later this yr.
“(There’s) no timeline, we have to hope for the best to wish him a speedy recovery. I have been in that situation where back could be a problem… We will miss him but we have to find solutions if he isn’t around. If he is, he is of course welcome,” stated Hardik Pandya, India’s stand-in captain for the primary ODI in Mumbai. “There’s a lot of time to think about how we can go forward…”
‘Not bothered’
For the document, the ODI World Cup continues to be seven months away, however in a bid to finish the title jinx, the Board had earlier determined to earmark a pool of 20 contenders for the ICC occasion. But with no readability over Jasprit Bumrah’s doable return, post-surgery in New Zealand, the group administration has been pressured to relook at its tempo bowling division.
“There’s no long term plan as such. Jassi hasn’t been around for a quite some time now. The bowling group has been doing a decent job. They’re all experienced now… with the number of games they have played. Having Jassi makes a massive difference but to be very honest, we aren’t much bothered because the guys who have taken the role of Jassi, I am quite confident they’ll be doing very well,” Pandya stated, “It gives us good confidence…”
On workload
Soon after retaining the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, captain Rohit Sharma had stated that the workload of the gamers, who will characteristic within the World Test Championship ultimate in opposition to Australia in June – shortly after the IPL – can be monitored. But will there be an identical plan in place for the core gamers, who’re anticipated to be a part of the ODI World Cup?
“That is not my call. We have to have faith in our S&Cs. I am a guy who trusts his team. These calls of workload, who should play when, who should not play are completely on guys who are professionals and it is their call,” Pandya stated.
“All these guys are confident that if they miss out on some matches, then they miss out. It’s okay. That’s the confidence we have. If someone misses out because of workload management, this management has shown confidence and trust in the players. I think that’s the reason players who have gone out have come back with a lot of security,” he added.
He, nevertheless, indicated that within the three-match collection, he is able to bowl the quota of overs, if required.
Ishan-Gill to open
Pandya additionally revealed that Ishan Kishan and Shubman Gill can be opening the innings for India in Mumbai, within the absence of standard captain and opener Rohit. “Ishan and Shubman will be opening. The wicket looks how it is throughout the year. I have played here for almost seven years and it is one of the finest grounds I have played on. It’s going to be challenging since this wicket will give equal opportunities to both sides,” Pandya stated.
With the Indian Test group qualifying for the WTC ultimate, Pandya was requested if he wish to be a part of the group for the ultimate at The Oval. But the seasoned campaigner brushed it apart, saying, “No. I am an ethically very strong person. I haven’t done 10 per cent to reach there. I am not even a part of 1 per cent. So me coming there and taking someone’s place will ethically not go well.”
“If I want to play Test cricket, I’ll go through the grind and earn my spot. Hence, for that reason I will not be available for the WTC final or future Test series until I don’t feel that I have earned my spot,” he added.
Source web site: sportstar.thehindu.com
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