T20 World Cup Squad: Ajit Agarkar and Rohit Sharma Contemplate 4 Major Decisions

The board is yet to announce the 15-member unit it intends to send to the West Indies and USA for the T20 World Cup. According to a report in the Times of India, the selection committee is undecided on four key areas of the game. The board and selectors are grappling with the decision of whether to stick with established combinations or to rely on young players’ IPL form and give them a chance in the World Cup.

The contrasting performances of players like Samson and Rahul present a tough decision for the BCCI to make. While Samson has shown exceptional performance in the IPL, Rahul’s experience is valued by the board. Siraj and Arshdeep’s performances have also raised concerns, particularly their high run rates.

Context needs to be considered in evaluating their performances, given the need to defend the target set by the team. It is noted that while Bumrah stands out as an exceptional player, comparisons should not be drawn with other players. Additionally, it is clarified that there won’t be an “impact player” rule in the World Cup.