Asia Cup 2023: Shikhar Dhawan is likely to captain the Indian cricket team at the Asian Games in 2023, according to BCCI sources. The Asian Games will be held in China from September 23 to October 8, 2023. The BCCI has decided to send a second-string squad to the Asian Games, as the top players will be busy preparing for the 2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, which will be held in India from October 8 to November 23, 2023.
Dhawan is a veteran of 34 Tests, 200 ODIs, and 65 T20Is. He has been a consistent performer in all formats of the game, and he is known for his aggressive batting style. He is also a good leader, and he has captained India in the past.
If Dhawan is appointed captain of the Indian team for the Asian Games, it will be his first time leading the team in an international tournament. It will also be a major opportunity for him to prove himself as a leader.
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The Indian team for the Asian Games is yet to be announced. However, Dhawan is one of the leading contenders for the captaincy. He is a strong contender, and he has a good chance of being appointed captain.
Here are some of the reasons why Shikhar Dhawan is likely to be the captain of India in the 2023 Asian Games:
- He is a senior player with a wealth of experience.
- He is a proven performer in all formats of the game.
- He is a good leader and has captained India in the past.
- He is in good form and has been scoring runs consistently in recent months.
“There are rumors that Shikhar Dhawan could be named captain of the India B team for the World Cup,” said PTI, as quoted by Hindustan Times. Additionally, the BCCI is likely to field the main team led by Harmanpreet Kaur in the women’s side.
The 2023 Asian Games will be a major tournament for India, and it will be important for the team to have a strong captain. Shikhar Dhawan is a good choice for captain, and he has a good chance of leading India to victory in the tournament.