Saba Karim wants Venkatesh Iyer and Ruturaj Gaikwad to be integrated with Team India

Saba Karim, a former India wicketkeeper batsman, expects that Venkatesh Iyer and Ruturaj Gaikwad will be called up to the Indian team. With the 2023 ODI World Cup in mind. He believes the duo should be fostered and given opportunities.

In the 2021 IPL, Venkatesh Iyer and Ruturaj Gaikwad both had outstanding seasons, with the latter earning the Orange Cap. They’ve continued their good form in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy, where they’re making a strong case for selection.

Venkatesh Iyer

Venkatesh Iyer is an ideal option for Hardik Pandya, according to Karim, while Gaikwad can compete for the opening berth.

“I believe that Venkatesh Iyer and Ruturaj Gaikwad have almost entered the first-team squad, and I’m talking about white-ball cricket. If we have to start the preparation for the 2023 World Cup, these two players should be part of the squad as soon as possible. They given as much exposure as possible. Both these players provide a different spectrum for the team. Gaikwad can be the backup opener with Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul going strong. On the other hand, Iyer has performed really well while batting at No. 5 or No. 6 in the Vijay Hazare trophy. If we are looking at the replacement for Hardik Pandya, we have already found the player.” Karim reasoned

Ruturaj Gaikwad has three centuries in a row to lead Maharashtra in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Venkatesh Iyer, who bats in the middle order, has two tons in the competition and has also contributed with the bat.

Venkatesh Iyer is expecting to be include in the ODI squad for the South Africa tour. According to the former selector. During the home series against New Zealand, the all-rounder gained experience in national colors in the shortest format. With Pandya’s injury issues, India are currently short of fast-bowling all-rounders.

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