IND vs IRE: "Avesh Khan Should Undoubtedly Be Given A Chance In That Combination To Prove His Abilities" - Sarandeep Singh
Published - 20 Aug 2023, 05:03 PM | Updated - 23 Aug 2024, 12:17 AM
Former Indian cricketer Sarandeep Singh said that fast bowler Avesh Khan should be included in the squad for the second T20I against Ireland. Sarandeep Singh highlighted that Avesh Khan deserves to be part of the Indian team’s playing XI to prove his bowling abilities.
Avesh Khan was a part of the Indian team for the recently concluded five-match T20I series against West Indies. However, the right-arm pacer didn’t get an opportunity to represent the team. He was also included in the squad for the ongoing three-match series against Ireland.
Avesh Khan Played In The Asia Cup Last Year – Sarandeep Singh
Sarandeep Singh pointed out Avesh Khan‘s impressive performance in the recent Indian Premier League (IPL) season, along with his participation in the Asia Cup last year.
“You should definitely consider making some changes, as you’ve provided opportunities to several new faces. Speaking of new players, I would like to talk about Avesh Khan. He played in the Asia Cup last year, and this year he performed well in the TATA IPL, showcasing exceptional bowling skills,” Sarandeep Singh said.
“Due to that performance, he was selected for the Tour of West Indies, but unfortunately, he didn’t get a chance to play there. However, now there’s a definite opportunity here. When we repeatedly hear coaches talking about making changes, observing players, and forming combinations, Avesh Khan should undoubtedly be given a chance in that combination to prove his abilities,” he added.
Avesh was a regular member of the national team last year. He also represented the team in last year’s Asia Cup in the UAE. However, he wasn’t included in the T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia.
Avesh Khan Might Be Brought In – Saba Karim
Former Indian wicketkeeper-batter Saba Karim predicted a couple of changes in India’s lineup for the second T20I, suggesting that Avesh Khan should replace Arshdeep Singh.
“I do expect one or two changes because this is a young side and there are one or two players who didn’t have the opportunity to play so far. Avesh Khan, for instance, was part of the T20I side that toured West Indies but didn’t get a chance to play,” Karim said.
“Therefore, there’s a possibility that Avesh might be brought in, potentially replacing Arshdeep Singh. Arshdeep has had a longish kind of stint with the Indian side now, so it might be worth trying Avesh out to assess whether he can perform for the national team,” he added.
The Jasprit Bumrah-led team started the T20I series with a 2-run victory in the first match. The second T20I between the two teams will be played in Dublin on Sunday, August 20.
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