ICC T20 World Cup 2024: Can Rohit Sharma’s India win the World Cup?
Al JazeeraAn experienced India side will look to leave last year’s heartache behind as they plot their way to T20 World Cup glory. Captain: Rohit Sharma Fixtures: Ireland, Pakistan, United States, Canada Best finish at T20 World Cup: Champions India’s heartache of losing the 50-over Cricket World Cup final on home soil and the experience of a “balanced side” could inspire them to T20 World Cup glory in the United States and West Indies, according to Cheteshwar Pujara. “The grounds and their sizes are different to what we play in India, but I hope that the guys are ready for that.” Pujara believes India have plenty of experience in their ranks, with captain Rohit Sharma having played in all eight editions of the T20 World Cup so far. “Players like Ravindra Jadeja are important because he is an all-rounder – you need spinners who can pick wickets and can bat a bit as well.” 🚨India’s squad for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 announced 🚨 Let's get ready to cheer for #TeamIndia #T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/jIxsYeJkYW — BCCI April 30, 2024 ‘One game at a time’ A former mainstay of India’s Test side, Pujara believes India’s backroom staff will have drawn up a “clear game plan and mindset” ahead of the T20 World Cup, especially since they will be looking to undo the hurt of the six months since losing the 50-over World Cup final.