Harshal Patel
Harshal Patel (Image: Twitter)

Harshal Patel will most certainly miss the Asia Cup and won’t be a likely starter for India in the T20 World Cup 2022. It has been reported that the India pacer, a virtual Twenty20 specialist noted for his variety and trickery in his bowling, is dealing with a side strain that could sideline him from consideration.

On August 8, the squad for the Asia Cup is anticipated to be revealed.

Harshal (31), who is now in the US with the Indian side for the five-match T20I series against West Indies, has been absent from the first three matches. The two games that remain will be missed by him, one of which will begin later on Saturday, August 6, in Florida.

Harshal Patel
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Deepak Chahar May Be Considered In Harshal Patel’s Absence

Due to the side strain, Harshal Patel may miss the Twenty20 World Cup in Australia in October-November because the injury requires four to six weeks of rest and rehabilitation. His chances of competing in the World Cup depend on how quickly he heals. After his return from the US, he will be requested to join the National Cricket Academy (NCA).

Since making his T20I debut in November of last year, Harshal has participated in 17 matches. He last played on July 10 when India met England in Nottingham.

Deepak Chahar
Deepak Chahar (Image Credit: Twitter)

Deepak Chahar, who has been out with a hamstring ailment since February but was selected for the three-ODI series against Zimbabwe later this month, may benefit from Harshal’s absence.

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Virat Kohli and KL Rahul are also expected to return for the Asia Cup. Both missed the West Indies series for separate reasons: Rahul was sick with Covid, and Kohli chose not to play.

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