India Squad & Schedule For ICC World Cup 2023
Are you ready to witness the thunderous power of Team India in the ICC World Cup 2023? Brace yourself as we unveil the squad and schedule that will determine their path to glory. This article dives deep into the second person point of view, providing you with an objective analysis of India’s chances, a comprehensive look at their past ODI World Cup records, and an informative breakdown of their upcoming matches which all Indian Cricket fans will be able to catch it live on Star Sports for free. Get ready for a thrilling cricket spectacle like no other!
India World Cup Squad 2023
Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav have been included in India’s World Cup squad for 2023. The India cricket team players selected for the upcoming ICC World Cup are a mix of experienced and young talents. With Rohit Sharma leading as the captain, the batting line-up boasts strong names like Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Ishan Kishan, and Suryakumar Yadav.
In terms of batting strengths, India has a formidable top order with Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill providing stability and aggression. Virat Kohli is known for his consistency and ability to anchor the innings. Meanwhile, Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav bring fresh energy to the middle order with their aggressive stroke play. This blend of experience and youth gives India a well-rounded batting line-up capable of posting competitive totals.
The bowling department also looks promising with Jasprit Bumrah leading the attack alongside Mohammed Shami and Mohammed Siraj. These fast bowlers have shown great skill in both limited-overs formats. Additionally, Shardul Thakur provides depth to the pace bowling options.
India’s spin department features Ravindra Jadeja along with Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel. Jadeja’s all-round abilities make him a valuable asset to the team while Kuldeep is known for his wrist-spin variations.
Overall, India’s World Cup squad showcases a balanced mix of seasoned campaigners and emerging talent. The inclusion of Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav adds firepower to an already strong batting line-up. With an impressive pool of players at their disposal, India has high hopes for success in the tournament.
Complete India squad
Rohit Sharma (c), Hardik Pandya (vc), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Axar Patel, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav.
India Schedule for World Cup 2023
The host team, India, will be playing nine group stage matches on different venues across the country during the Cricket World Cup 2023. This is an important tournament for Team India as they aim to secure a spot in the semi-finals and ultimately compete for the title. The schedule of the World Cup is highly competitive, with matches against strong teams like Australia, Pakistan, England, and South Africa.
The Indian cricket team will kick off their campaign against Australia at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on October 8th. They will then face Afghanistan at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on October 11th, followed by a highly anticipated match against arch-rivals Pakistan at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on October 14th.
Below is the complete ICC World Cup 2023 Schedule India.
| Date and Time | Match Details |
| Oct 08, Sun 02:00 PM LOCAL | India vs Australia, 5th Match ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| Oct 11, Wed 02:00 PM LOCAL | India vs Afghanistan, 9th Match ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| Oct 14, Sat 02:00 PM LOCAL | India vs Pakistan, 12th Match ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Oct 19, Thu 02:00 PM LOCAL | India vs Bangladesh, 17th Match ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune |
| Oct 22, Sun 02:00 PM LOCAL | India vs New Zealand, 21st Match ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala |
| Oct 29, Sun 02:00 PM LOCAL | India vs England, 29th Match ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| Nov 02, Thu 02:00 PM LOCAL | India vs Sri Lanka, 33rd Match ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| Nov 05, Sun 02:00 PM LOCAL | India vs South Africa, 37th Match ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| Nov 12, Sun 02:00 PM LOCAL | India vs Netherlands, 45th Match ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
India Winning Record in ODI World Cups
You’ll be amazed by India’s impressive winning record in ODI World Cups. Over the years, India has established itself as a formidable force in the tournament, with two victories to their name. In 1983, under the captaincy of Kapil Dev, they lifted their first-ever World Cup trophy. Then, in 2011, Mahendra Singh Dhoni led the team to glory once again.
Since their triumph in 2011, India has consistently displayed high-quality cricket in ODI World Cups. Although they fell short of clinching the title in both 2015 and 2019, they showcased remarkable talent and determination throughout these campaigns.
| Year | Result | Captain |
| 1975 | Group Stage | Srinivas Venkataraghavan |
| 1979 | Group Stage | Srinivas Venkataraghavan |
| 1983 | Champions | Kapil Dev |
| 1987 | Semi-Finals | Kapil Dev |
| 1992 | Round-Robin Stage | Mohammad Azharuddin |
| 1996 | Semi-finals | Mohammad Azharuddin |
| 1999 | Super Six | Mohammad Azharuddin |
| 2003 | Runners-up | Sourav Ganguly |
| 2007 | Group Stage | Rahul Dravid |
| 2011 | Champions | Mahendra Singh Dhoni |
| 2015 | Semi-Finals | Mahendra Singh Dhoni |
| 2019 | Semi-Finals | Virat Kohli |
Looking back at India’s previous performances in World Cups, it is evident that they have been consistent contenders for the prestigious trophy. They reached the semifinals on multiple occasions and even made it to the finals in 2003 under Sourav Ganguly’s leadership.
