Cricket

Ind vs Eng 2021: Yuzvendra Chahal would have got a wake-up call – Deep Dasgupta

Former India wicket-keeper batsman Deep Dasgupta has backed under-fire Yuzvendra Chahal to come back into form. Chahal took a beating in the T20I series against England and thus he was dropped from the final two T20Is.

The leg-spinner scalped three wickets in as many matches he played in the series at an average of 39.67.

Furthermore, Chahal was expensive as he conceded his runs at an economy rate of 9.92. The leg-spinner was predictable in his line and length and didn’t have the best of the series against England.

Furthermore, since January 2019, Chahal’s dip in form is a cause of concern for the team. Chahal has taken 18 wickets in his last 21 T20I matches at an average of 41.66 and a high economy rate of 9.14.

Deep feels Chahal will be under some pressure to perform as the competition in the team is high. India has good bench strength and Chahal will need to pull up the socks.

“He (Chahal) has looked a little off the boil this series. With Rahul Chahar coming in and performing, there are a lot of right-arm wrist-spinners, let alone wrist-spinners. I am sure he would have got a wake-up call there. I am sure he will up his game as well because he knows there is a fair amount of competition,” Dasgupta said while talking to Sports Today.

On the other hand, Deep Dasgupta wants Kuldeep Yadav to get his chances in the final XI. Yadav has been part of the team in the recent past but he has hardly got his opportunities in the playing XI.

“I am glad that Kuldeep Yadav is there as well. You would ideally want Kuldeep to play a few games here. He has been a part of the white-ball teams but basically been a passenger over the last 2 years.”

India is expected to continue their experiment strategy and thus Yuzvendra Chahal as well as Kuldeep Yadav are expected to get their chances in the final XI. Both the spinners were an integral part of the limited-overs format but their recent dip in form has cast doubts on their place in the playing XI.

The first ODI will take place today at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune behind closed doors.

About the Author


Written by DafaNews

DafaNews brings you the most highlighted news in the world of Sports. It serves you up-to-date matches, scores, live streams, fantasy games and quizzes. Our news covers India's prestigious leagues and events – Premier League, Pro Kabbadi League, Cricket World Cup and many more. Follow DafaNews on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter,Telegram and Youtube for more updates.

Related Post
Share
Published by
DafaNews

Recent Posts

Young Shuttlers Ayush Shetty, Unnati Hooda Storm Into Taipei Open Quarterfinals

India's emerging badminton stars Ayush Shetty and Unnati Hooda continued their impressive runs at the… Read More

May 9, 2025

IPL 2025 Faces Suspension Amid Escalating India-Pakistan Tensions

The 2025 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is on the brink of suspension… Read More

May 9, 2025

Lalrindika Replaces Yadwad in India’s Provisional Squad for June Internationals

Edmund Lalrindika has been called up to replace the medically sidelined Irfan Yadwad in India’s… Read More

May 9, 2025

Ange Postecoglou slams critics, says people ‘fear’ Spurs might win Europa League

Tottenham Hotspur head coach Ange Postecoglou has lashed out at the club’s critics after they… Read More

May 9, 2025

Carlos Alcaraz gives injury update ahead of Italian Open

Carlos Alcaraz has revealed that he is good to go at the Italian Open and… Read More

May 9, 2025

Man City forward Erling Haaland blames lack of ‘hunger’ for poor season

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland feels the lack of hunger led to their poor season.… Read More

May 9, 2025