T20 World Cup 2024: Until IPL 2024, no one was talking about Dinesh Karthik as one of the candidates for India's T20 World Cup squad. However, DK had other plans. His incredible stint in the ongoing tournament has put him back in the limelight.
DK is one of the top scorers for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) despite coming at number six. His 226 runs were scored in six innings, while captain Faf du Plessis' 232 runs were scored in seven innings. Dinesh's average (75.33) is better than Orange Cap holder Virat Kohli (72.20).
He has been impressive as a finisher since the beginning of this IPL season, but his 83 off 25 balls during a failed chase against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) caught everyone's attention.
India captain Rohit Sharma had earlier spoken about the innings and said he was “very impressed” with the performance. Rohit also spoke about MS Dhoni's three consecutive sixes against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium. He also made sarcastic comments about: Selection of wicketkeepers for the next World Cup to be held in the United States and West Indies.
“Even though MS is coming to the US to do something else, it will be difficult to convince him. He is into golf right now. I think DK will be easier to convince,” Rohit said. Told.
Dinesh Karthik talks about T20 World Cup
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCC) is expected to announce the squad within the next week. Meanwhile, Dinesh Karthik spoke about playing for India in the World Cup.
“At this stage of my life, representing India is the best feeling for me. I really want to do that. There is nothing better in my life than representing India in this T20 World Cup. No,” Kartik said. He said.
“I respect any decision they make. But all I can say is I'm 100% ready. And you know I'll do everything I can to get on that plane to the World Cup. I guess.”
DK last wore blue at the 2022 T20 World Cup. He will be 39 years old before the 2024 Games begin. He will be in action again today when RCB take on Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Eden Gardens.
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