Gautam Gambhir and Suryakumar Yadav Visit Shri Jagannath Temple for Blessings Before First T20I Match
As the opening T20I match approached, Team India members, including coach Gautam Gambhir and player Suryakumar Yadav, sought blessings at the Shri Jagannath Temple in Puri. They were joined by Yadav’s wife, Devisha Shetty, and teammate Tilak Varma. The visit attracted a significant crowd, prompting increased security measures around the temple.
Significance of the Temple Visit
The pilgrimage to Shri Jagannath Temple symbolizes the players’ intent to start the series on a positive note. This revered site is known for its cultural and spiritual significance in India.
Upcoming Matches and Team Updates
India is set to play against South Africa in their first T20I match at Bilaspur’s Barabati Stadium. Key players returning to the team include Shubman Gill and Hardik Pandya, while Jasprit Bumrah re-joins the squad after missing previous matches.
South Africa Squad
- Quinton de Kock (w)
- Aiden Markram (c)
- Tony de Zorzi
- Dewald Brevis
- Tristan Stubbs
- David Miller
- Marco Jansen
- Corbin Bosch
- Keshav Maharaj
- Anrich Nortje
- Lungi Ngidi
- Reeza Hendricks
- Ottneil Baartman
- Donovan Ferreira
- Kwena Maphaka
- George Linde
India Squad
- Abhishek Sharma
- Shubman Gill
- Suryakumar Yadav (c)
- Tilak Varma
- Hardik Pandya
- Shivam Dube
- Axar Patel
- Jitesh Sharma (w)
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Varun Chakaravarthy
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Washington Sundar
- Sanju Samson
- Arshdeep Singh
- Harshit Rana
Upcoming IPL Auction Insights
The T20I matches serve as crucial opportunities for players to showcase their skills ahead of the IPL auction, scheduled for December 16. Players are eager to make a lasting impression that could influence their selections.
As both teams gear up for an exciting series, fans can expect thrilling performances and significant milestones from their favorite cricketers.
