In Shikhar Dhawan’s absence, KL Rahul is likely to be promoted as an opener. And that leaves the number four batting spot vacant.
Meanwhile, as we near the 2019 Cricket World Cup, we take a look at five players who we think will be instrumental in helping India win its third title.
Thus far, 11 editions of the Cricket World Cup have taken place. The inaugural World Cup was played in 1975 and the upcoming, this year, will be the 12th edition of the tournament.
For the uninitiated, Chahar has played one One-Day International (ODI) and one T20I. He made his T20I debut against England in England last year and in the same year made his ODI debut against Afghanistan during the Asia Cup.
For the uninitiated, Yuvraj Singh smashed Stuart Broad for six sixes in one over during the ICC World T20 2007 in South Africa.
The 2018 edition of IPL saw the return of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) after the two teams were suspended for two years.
The inaugural champions Rajasthan Royals (RR) have a knack of turning unknown players into big names.
Last season, the Rohit Sharma-led side failed to qualify for the playoffs and finished fifth on the points table with six wins from 14 matches.
Soon, after the IPL 2019, Indian players will participate in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019, which begins on May 30.
Kings XI Punjab shelled out huge money for some unknown faces and now will be looking forward for some match-winning performances from the youngsters.
Under young captain Shreyas Iyer, Delhi Capitals will be looking to put up a good show as they aim for their maiden IPL title.
Sunrisers Hyderabad lifted their only IPL trophy in 2016. Last season, under Kane Williamson’s captaincy, Sunrisers made it to the final but lost to Chennai Super Kings.
The core of the KKR team remains the same as it was last season. At the IPL auction ahead of the 12th edition, Knight Riders fine-tuned with some overseas and local players.
RCB will be hoping that new players bring in luck for the franchise as they look for their maiden IPL title.
These new players from CSK squad can be handy for the defending champions.
IPL 2019 Players Who Can Help Their Franchises Win the Coveted Trophy.
Here's a look at Indian Premier League (IPL) Records and Stats.
Dinesh Karthik is a decent choice as a backup finisher in case Kedar Jadhav or MS Dhoni face an injury in a long tournament like the World Cup.
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