Fresh off their T20 World Cup victory, the Indian cricket team is set for a new challenge. A youthful squad, led by promising opener Shubman Gill, has arrived in Harare, Zimbabwe for a five-match T20 International series starting July 6th.
This series offers a golden opportunity for India’s rising stars to showcase their talent on the international stage. The squad features several exciting prospects from the Indian Premier League (IPL), including the likes of Ruturaj Gaikwad, Abhishek Sharma, and Riyan Parag. Experienced players like Sanju Samson and Shivam Dube, who were part of the World Cup squad but didn’t see much playing time, will also be looking to make their mark.
Due to Hurricane Beryl causing travel disruptions in the Caribbean, where the World Cup-winning squad is currently stranded, some last-minute changes were made to the Indian team for the first two T20Is against Zimbabwe. Players Sai Sudharsan, Jitesh Sharma, and Harshit Rana have been added to the squad to bolster the team’s strength.
Three members of India’s victorious T20 World Cup squad – Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson, and Shivam Dube – will be part of the series from the start. Additionally, Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, and Avesh Khan, who were India’s reserves for the World Cup, will also gain valuable experience playing in this T20 series.
India vs Zimbabwe: Schedule and Venue
All five matches will be played at the Harare Sports Club in Zimbabwe. The series kicks off on Saturday, July 6th, with the final match scheduled for Sunday, July 14th. All matches will begin at 4:30 PM IST.
India vs Zimbabwe T20I: Full Schedule:
| Date | Match | Time (IST) | Venue |
| Saturday, July 6 | 1st T20I | 4:30 PM | Harare Sports Club |
| Sunday, July 7 | 2nd T20I | 4:30 PM | Harare Sports Club |
| Wednesday, July 10 | 3rd T20I | 4:30 PM | Harare Sports Club |
| Saturday, July 13 | 4th T20I | 4:30 PM | Harare Sports Club |
| Sunday, July 14 | 5th T20I | 4:30 PM | Harare Sports Club |
India vs Zimbabwe: How and Where to Catch the Action Live?
For Indian fans eager to witness the next generation of Indian cricket stars in action, the series will be telecast live on the Sony Sports Network. The matches will also be available for live streaming on the SonyLIV app and website.
Ticket Information
Cricket fans in Zimbabwe can experience the thrill of international cricket live! Tickets for the series range from US$5 to US$20, with options for various seating areas. Tickets can be purchased through the official Cricket Zimbabwe website.
This T20I series promises to be an exciting display of youthful talent and a chance for India’s next generation to prove their mettle on the international stage. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to witness the future stars of Indian cricket in action!
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