Jitesh Sharma's world cup dream has ended. (PTI Photo)
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News1820-12-2025, 15:54

Jitesh Sharma Dropped From T20 World Cup Squad; Ishan Kishan Recalled For Combination

  • Jitesh Sharma and Shubman Gill have been dropped from the T20 World Cup squad.
  • Ishan Kishan and Rinku Singh have been recalled, with Ishan's strong domestic performance cited.
  • Selectors prioritized a top-order wicketkeeper, favoring Ishan over middle-order batter Jitesh.
  • Chairman Ajit Agarkar mentioned combination needs, despite Jitesh not doing "too much wrong."
  • Suryakumar Yadav will lead India's title defense at home, acknowledging his own lean patch.

Why It Matters: Jitesh Sharma dropped for T20 World Cup due to team combination needs and Ishan Kishan's form.

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