Squad Clarity Awaits: Shubman Gill's Form, Rinku Singh vs. Washington Sundar Battles in Focus for T20 World Cup Selection

Key Highlights

Announcement Details: Selection committee convenes at BCCI HQ, Mumbai, on December 20; live updates expected post-1:30 PM IST, covering both T20 World Cup and NZ series squads.
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Captaincy Lock: Suryakumar Yadav set to lead defending champions; Shubman Gill's vice-captaincy in doubt due to recent poor form, with Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sanju Samson as alternatives.
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Top Contentious Spots:

Shubman Gill's opening role under scrutiny amid ordinary run; Sanju Samson eyes middle-order push.
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All-rounder battle: Axar Patel likely returns post-illness; Washington Sundar vs. Rinku Singh for utility spot.
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Bowling core intact: Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy favored; spinners dominate for home conditions.​

No Major Surprises Expected: Squad mirrors recent South Africa series template, prioritizing continuity before short NZ turnaround.
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Fans await resolutions to these debates as India eyes back-to-back titles.
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Sources: Firstpost, News18, The Indian Express, BCCI updates.