India has announced its provisional squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, with Sanju Samson and Yuzvendra Chahal being included following their impressive performances in the IPL. However, Shubman Gill and Rinku Singh have been placed in the reserves group as the selectors opted for experienced players for the high-profile event in June. The squad was announced by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) after a meeting between secretary Jay Shah and chief selector Ajit Agarkar in Ahmedabad.
Shivam Dube has also secured a spot in the squad following his strong performances for the Chennai Super Kings. Hardik Pandya has been named the vice-captain despite recent form concerns as he continues to lead the Mumbai Indians in the ongoing IPL season. Sanju Samson, who has been in fine form both with the bat and as captain for the Rajasthan Royals in the IPL, has been selected as the second wicketkeeper-batter behind Rishabh Pant. Leg-spinner Chahal, who last played for India in August 2023, has been included as the second wrist spinner alongside Kuldeep Yadav. Despite a successful IPL season as captain of the Gujarat Titans, Gill has been named among the standbys along with Rinku Singh from