Asian Games 2023: India Men’s Cricket Team Reveal New Captain and Strong Squad for Asian Games 2023, Schedule.: India is gearing up for the highly anticipated 19th Asian Games Hangzhou, scheduled to take place from September 19 to October 8.
With the nation’s eyes set on this prestigious event, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the men’s squad that will represent India in the Asian Games cricket tournament. Led by the talented Ruturaj Gaikwad, the team comprises a mix of promising young players and experienced campaigners.
The Appointment of Ruturaj Gaikwad as Captain
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has entrusted the responsibility of leading the Indian men’s squad to Ruturaj Gaikwad. Gaikwad has been in exceptional form in recent times, impressing cricket fans and experts alike with his batting prowess and leadership skills. This opportunity to captain the Indian team in such a prestigious tournament will undoubtedly further enhance his reputation and provide a platform to display his strategic acumen.
The Young Talent Indian Squad
The selection committee has chosen a squad consisting of promising young players who have demonstrated immense potential in domestic and international cricket. Yashasvi Jaiswal, Tilak Varma, Rinku Singh, and Jitesh Sharma are among the rising stars who will don the Indian jersey at the Asian Games Hangzhou. These players have consistently exhibited exceptional skills and determination, making them deserving candidates for this prestigious opportunity.
Squad: Ruturaj Gaikwad (Captain), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rahul Tripathi, Tilak Varma, Rinku Singh, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Washington Sundar, Shahbaz Ahmed, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Arshdeep Singh, Mukesh Kumar, Shivam Mavi, Shivam Dube, Prabhsimran Singh (wk)
Standby players: Yash Thakur, Sai Kishore, Venkatesh Iyer, Deepak Hooda, Sai Sudarsan.
In The ICC Review, Ricky Ponting praised both Jaiswal and Gaikwad for their good performances in the Indian Premier League.
“(Yashasvi) Jaiswal’s IPL was something special. He almost just flicked a switch and turned into a superstar overnight,” Ponting said.
“Everyone knew that he was a talented youngster, but what I saw in this year’s IPL, he’s got all sorts of talent.”
“I’m on record saying that I think (Ruturaj) Gaikwad’s the same (as Jaiswal). I think he could be a very serious Test match player or all-format player really in the next couple of years.”
Asian Games 2023 Schedule:
| 27/9/2023 Wednesday | ||||||
| 28/9/2023 Thursday | CKT15 | 09:30 | 1 | 9th-14th | Round 1 | Men |
| CKT16 | 09:30 | 2 | 8th-15th | Round 1 | Men | |
| 29/9/2023 Friday | CKT17 | 09:30 | 3 | 10th-13th | Round 1 | Men |
| CKT18 | 14:30 | 4 | 7th-16th | Round 1 | Men | |
| 30/9/2023 Saturday | CKT19 | 09:30 | 5 | 11th-12th | Round 1 | Men |
| CKT20 | 14:30 | 6 | 6th-17th | Round 1 | Men | |
| 1/10/2023 Sunday | CKT21 | 09:30 | 7 | 5th-18th | Round 1 | Men |
| CKT22 | 14:30 | 8 | Winner of Match 1 VS Winner of Match 2 | Round 1 | Men | |
| 2/10/2023 Monday | CKT23 | 09:30 | 9 | Winner of Match 3 VS Winner of Match 4 | Round 1 | Men |
| CKT24 | 14:30 | 10 | Winner of Match 5 VS Winner of Match 6 | Round 1 | Men | |
| 3/10/2023 Tuesday | REST DAY | Men | ||||
| Men | ||||||
| 4/10/2023 Wednesday | CKT25 | 09:30 | 11 | 2nd VS Winner of Match 8 | QF1 | Men |
| CKT26 | 14:30 | 12 | 3rd VS Winner of Match 9 | QF2 | Men | |
| 5/10/2023 Thursday | CKT27 | 09:30 | 13 | 4th VS Winner of Match 10 | QF3 | Men |
| CKT28 | 14:30 | 14 | 1st VS Winner of Match 7 | QF4 | Men | |
| 6/10/2023 Friday | CKT29 | 09:30 | 15 | Winner of M11&M12 | SF1 | Men |
| CKT30 | 14:30 | 16 | Winner of M13&M14 | SF2 | Men | |
| 7/10/2023 Saturday | CKT31 | 09:30 | 17 | Loser of SF1&SF2 | 03-Apr | Men |
| CKT32 | 14:30 | 18 | Winner of SF1&SF2 | F | Men | |
When and where will the 19th Asian Games Hangzhou take place?
The 19th Asian Games Hangzhou is scheduled to be held from September 19 to October 8. Hangzhou, China, will be the host city for this prestigious multi-sport event.
Which players are part of the Indian squad for the Asian Games Hangzhou?
The Indian squad includes talented players such as Yashasvi Jaiswal, Tilak Varma, Rinku Singh, and Jitesh Sharma, among others.
Who has been appointed as the captain of the Indian men’s squad for the Asian Games T20 competition?
Ruturaj Gaikwad has been appointed as the captain of the Indian men’s squad for the Asian Games T20 competition.