Asian Cup 2023: Team India is going to be announced today for the Asia Cup. Before the Asia Cup, the problem of number four for Team India seems to be solved. Shreyas Iyer’s return is almost certain and he will be seen strengthening India’s middle order. Apart from this, India has such an option in the form of Tilak Verma who can prove to be a trump card at the number four position. Apart from these two, if needed, KL Rahul can also be tried at the number four position.
At present, Shreyas Iyer seems to be the strongest player for India at number four. Since the 2019 World Cup, Iyer has been seen playing at the number four position. Iyer’s record on this position is also very strong. Batting at number four, Iyer has scored 805 runs in 20 innings at an average of 47 and a strike rate of 96. Iyer has also scored two centuries and three half-centuries while playing at number four.
Shreyas Iyer has completely emerged from the problem of back pain. Iyer has recently proved his fitness in the practice match played at NCA. Iyer fielded the entire 50 overs during this match. Not only this, Iyer also batted for 35 overs.
Tilak Verma is the best option
Apart from Iyer, India also has the option of Tilak Verma. On the West Indies tour, Tilak Verma has proved that he has the ability to play in international cricket. Apart from being a left hander, Tilak also knows how to play according to the situation. Not only can Tilak score fast, but he can also bat firmly at the crease when needed.
Apart from these two, there is also an option to shift KL Rahul to number four. Rahul is one of India’s best batsmen against spinners. In such a situation, Suryakumar Yadav can be tried as a finisher.
