India’s T20 World Cup Squad: KL Rahul Out, 2 Big Names Sent To Reserves, Surprises!

In the recent past, Rahul was considered as a flexible option for the team, being able to open the batting, play as a wicket-keeper, and slot into the middle-order. On the other hand, Gill has been a top performer for the Indian cricket team across formats in the past year, while Rinku was hailed as the finisher India longed for due to his form in IPL 2023.

Both players found a place in the reserves list, meaning they would only make the squad in case of an injury or a change in strategy. However, the emergence of new talents and a shift in team dynamics led to them missing out on a spot in the squad, with selectors opting for more specialised options.

Additionally, both cricketers have not performed exceptionally in the ongoing IPL 2024, and their reluctance to play domestic cricket in the past further hindered their cause.