Double Boost for Team India: Tilak Varma, Washington Sundar Nearing Return Ahead of T20 World Cup
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Double Boost for Team India: Tilak Varma, Washington Sundar Nearing Return Ahead of T20 World Cup

  • Tilak Varma, a key middle-order T20 player, is recovering from a long-term injury and is expected to receive clearance to play soon from BCCI's Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.
  • He has been training regularly post-abdominal surgery and is anticipated to play a practice match on Friday, potentially joining the Indian team in Mumbai on February 3.
  • All-rounder Washington Sundar, sidelined by a minor injury, has started batting practice and will resume bowling soon, with team management monitoring his quick return to match fitness.
  • Sundar's return is crucial as he is the only off-spinner in the squad, offering a vital bowling option, especially in the powerplay and on slow pitches.
  • The T20 World Cup starts on February 7, with India playing practice matches in Mumbai; the return of both players significantly boosts the team's confidence and strength.

Why It Matters: Tilak Varma and Washington Sundar's imminent return significantly strengthens Team India ahead of the T20 World Cup.

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