The T20 team for India will be captained by Hardik Pandya and feature young players like Shubman Gill, Arshdeep Singh, Umran Malik, and Ruturaj Gaikwad. Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and KL Rahul won’t play in the upcoming T20I series because the attention will be on the 50-over format since 2023 is the year of the ODI World Cup.
After the T20Is conclude on January 10, the trio will turn their attention to the ODI series against Sri Lanka.
Hardik Pandya has transformed over the past few months into a capable captain and dependable all-rounder. With the 2024 T20 World Cup in mind, Hardik will concentrate on assembling a team around some new faces in the squad.
The return of Chamika Karunaratne, Avishka Fernando, and Sadeera Samarawickrama, who all had strong performances in the Lanka Premier League, will help Sri Lanka, while Bhanuka Rajapaksa will try to give their middle order more versatility.
When will the first T20I between India and Sri Lanka take place?
The first T20I between India and Sri Lanka will take place on Tuesday, 3 January.
Where will the first T20I between India and Sri Lanka be held?
The first T20I between India and Sri Lanka will be held at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
What time will the first T20I between India and Sri Lanka begin?
The first T20I between India and Sri Lanka will start at 7 pm IST. Toss will take place half an hour before the start of play.
How can I watch the first T20I between India and Sri Lanka?
The first T20I between India and Sri Lanka will be telecast live on the Star Sports Network. You can also watch the match on the Disney+ Hotstar app.
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