Mahela Jayawardene evaluates India’s squad ahead of the Asia Cup. ‘India is always trying to bring in the next generation of cricketers,’ Jayawardene explained.
Former Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene discussed the Indian team’s preparations for the 2022 Asia Cup, which will begin on August 27 in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). According to Jayawardene, India will be concerned that KL Rahul will enter the tournament with no game experience.
He went on to say that the sooner Rahul gets some game time and regains his confidence, the better for himself and India. He also mentioned Rishabh Pant as a possible opener, saying that while he hasn’t done much on the circuit, he has the ability to do so.
On the ICC Review Podcast, Jayawardene stated, “India is always trying to bring that next generation of cricketers.” “The Zimbabwe tour is a great opportunity for those guys to break out.” (On Pant opening the innings) It is an option, despite his lack of domestic experience. But he has the ability to do so.”
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Virat Kohli’s lean patch with the bat, which he is currently experiencing, was discussed by Jayawardene. He called it “unfortunate,” but he believes he has the tools to get out of it. He believes that resting Kohli for India’s tour of Zimbabwe is something that the Indian batter would have discussed with management and the coach.
“It’s unfortunate that Virat [Kohli] is going through this right now. But I believe he is a good player. It would have been a conversation between Rahul [Dravid] and the management with Virat. “I believe there have been some very positive conversations,” the former Sri Lanka captain added.
“Class is something permanent, whereas form is something temporary.” Virat, in my opinion, has the tools to recover. He has also done this in the past. “I’m confident he’ll get through this,” the 45-year-old added. He believes that the 2022 Asia Cup will be decided by Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and India.
“One of these two (India and Pakistan) will advance to the final.” The advantage is most likely shared by India, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan. For me, it will be one of those teams [winning the Asia Cup],” Jayawardene concluded.
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