IND vs ZIM: Shreyas Iyer will be desperate for the first win, will Vaibhav Suryavanshi create rebellion against Zimbabwe?

New Delhi: Team India, which is going through continuous defeats, will now take the field against Zimbabwe with the intention of making a fresh start in the T20 series. The first match of the three-match series starting from July 23 at Harare Sports Club is considered very important for the Indian team.

After consecutive defeats in the recent six T20 matches, the pressure of victory is clearly visible on the young team led by captain Shreyas Iyer. If India is not able to start this series with a win, then questions may be raised on team selection, captaincy and strategy.

Big test for Shreyas Iyer

This match is no less than a litmus test for captain Shreyas Iyer. After assuming the captaincy, the team has not been able to perform consistently as per expectations. In such a situation, victory against Zimbabwe will not only increase the confidence of the team but will also strengthen Iyer’s captaincy.

All eyes will be on Vaibhav Suryavanshi

15 year old Vaibhav Suryavanshi is the biggest attraction of this series. In the absence of Sanju Samson, he is likely to open with Abhishek Sharma. Vaibhav has already proved his talent by scoring a brilliant century during the Under-19 World Cup in Harare. Now fans will expect big innings from him in international cricket also.

Harare’s pitch can challenge

The Harare pitch is considered helpful for fast bowlers in the initial overs. In such a situation, Indian batsmen will have to play carefully in front of the new ball. Only a good start will help the team reach a big score.

Decision on middle order and all-rounders is important

The biggest challenge for Team India will be to decide the right batting order. Everyone will keep an eye on the roles of Ishaan Kishan, Tilak Verma and Rinku Singh. At the same time, it will not be easy for the team management to choose the right all-rounder among Shivam Dubey, Harsh Dubey and Suryansh Shedge.

Young bowlers have a chance to prove themselves

This series is a golden opportunity for young fast bowlers like Mayank Yadav, Prince Yadav, Ashok Sharma and Yash Thakur. The team management wants to prepare the fast bowling unit of the future, hence the performance of these players will be kept under special watch.

Confidence will return after victory

The Indian team definitely looks strong on paper, but its recent performance has increased its problems. In such a situation, the first T20 match is not only considered to be the beginning of the series but is also considered to be a match that decides the confidence and future direction of the team. If we win, it will be a new beginning, but in case of defeat, the round of questions on the team management and players may become more intense.