With the seniors retired and returning World Cup squad members for India, the five-match T20 series against Zimbabwe is an opportunity for the young players to prove themselves on the international stage. Shubman Gill, the captain and a product of IPL, will open alongside his childhood friend Abhishek Sharma. The squad also features debutants Riyan Parag and Dhruv Jurel, as well as comeback Khaleel Ahmed, making it a new and exciting look for India in T20 cricket.
Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma became the fourth Indian to be dismissed for a duck on his T20I debut, joining the likes of MS Dhoni, KL Rahul and Prithvi Shaw. This happened during the first T20I between India and Zimbabwe in Harare on Saturday. Sharma was the second Indian to be dismissed for nought on debut against Zimbabwe, after KL Rahul in 2016.
India, with a lineup of experienced players, suffered an unexpected loss to Zimbabwe in the T20I match in 2024, ending their winning streak. The underdogs, led by captain Sikandar Raza, bowled out the Men in Blue for a mere 102 runs, securing a 13-run victory. This was India's lowest all-out total in T20Is in the past 8 years. Debutants Abhishek Sharma, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Riyan Parag, and Rinku Singh failed to make an impact in the match.
Uncapped batsman Abhishek Sharma is set to make his debut for India in the T20 match against Zimbabwe. India's stand-in captain Shubman Gill confirmed that Sharma will open the innings. After a remarkable IPL season in 2020, where he scored 484 runs at a strike-rate of 204.22, Sharma is ready to showcase his skills on the international stage.
India's young captain Shubman Gill won the toss and elected to bowl first in the opening match of the five-match series against Zimbabwe. Gill's debut as captain featured three new players in the squad, including Abhishek Sharma, who opened the innings with Gill. This comes after a string of retirements from key players, including Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, clearing the way for a new generation to take over the Indian team. Despite the absence of star players, Gill remained calm and confident, leading India to success in their first T20I match since the World Cup.
A young Indian cricket team, led by Shubman Gill, left for Zimbabwe to play a five-match T20I series, coached by National Cricket Academy head VVS Laxman. Youngsters Riyan Parag and Abhishek Sharma will also make their maiden India appearances, while Gill will join the team directly from the US. The BCCI shared photos of the team boarding the flight on X, including other rising stars like Ruturaj Gaikwad and Ravi Bishnoi.
The Indian cricket team, fresh off their victory in the T20 World Cup, will face Zimbabwe in a five-match T20 series starting on Saturday. With senior players resting, the spotlight will be on young players like Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma, who will be looking to make an impression and earn a spot in the Indian Premier League. Meanwhile, Zimbabwe is hoping to rebuild their cricket program and inspire more young talent to fall in love with the sport.
Ahead of their five-match T20I series against Zimbabwe, Team India has announced a young squad led by Shubman Gill. The team also includes three uncapped players - Abhishek Sharma, Riyan Parag, and Tushar Deshpande. Zimbabwe, on the other hand, has named experienced batter Sikandar Raza as their captain. This series will be a test for the young Indian players as they look to make their mark on the international stage.
Unveiling the Forgotten: 'Maa Kaali' Teaser Reveals the Dark Truth of Bengal's Erased History The makers of 'Maa Kaali' have released a stirring teaser, taking the audience back to the 'Direct Action Day' and 'Naokhali Massacres' that have been long wiped off from history. The one-minute 37-second promo showcases the brutalities of the partition of India from the perspective of a Hindu family. With powerful visuals and impactful dialogues, the teaser sheds light on the dark conspiracy behind the tragedy and aims to create awareness about one of the biggest human crises of the 20th century. Directed by Vijay Yelakanti and starring Raima Sen and Abhishek Singh, 'Maa Kaali' is a much-needed homage to the lives lost in the ruthless genocide.
Bollywood's father-son duo Abhishek and Amitabh Bachchan were recently seen together watching Big B's latest blockbuster movie Kalki 2898 AD. Amitabh took to social media to congratulate his son on completing 24 years in the film industry, but instead of thanking him, Abhishek schooled his dad for tweeting late at 5am. The cute and playful banter between the two actors has won the hearts of their fans on Twitter. Don't miss out on any updates, join now on WhatsApp to stay informed.