Asia Cup 2023
India tour of Ireland: From Jasprit Bumrah to Rinku Singh players to watch out for
#3. Opportunity for Ruturaj Gaikwad!
Ruturaj Gaikwad (Source: Twitter)
The Ireland tour presents a vital juncture for Ruturaj Gaikwad to validate his worth in T20I cricket and solidify his position as a key player. Despite showcasing immense potential in domestic white-ball cricket and the IPL, Gaikwad’s international stint has yielded a modest average of 16.87 from 9 T20Is.
With the Asian Games on the horizon and Gaikwad leading India’s T20I team, this tour holds immense significance. After Shubman Gill’s struggle in the West Indies T20I series, where he faced difficulties, Gaikwad has a golden opportunity to stake his claim as the preferred opener. Notably, he steps into his maiden leadership role as vice-captain, presenting a platform to exhibit his skills both as a batsman and a future leader.
