Indian Cricket Team to Play Fewer Matches at Asian Games 2023

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has recently declared that the Indian Cricket Team will be one of the seeded teams at the Asian Games 2023, to be held in Hangzhou, People’s Republic of China, from September 23 to October 8. As a result, the Men in Blue will directly compete in the quarter-finals of the tournament.

India’s Squad for Asian Games 2023

The Indian squad for the Asian Games 2023 will consist of 15 players and five standby players, with Ruturaj Gaikwad leading the team. 18 teams in total will be competing in the men’s competition, with 18 matches being played. The teams will be seeded according to their ICCT20I ranking as of June 1st, 2023.

Benefits of Being a Top-Ranked Squad

Being a top-ranked squad will prove to be beneficial for India, as they will be able to participate in the tournament’s last eight without having to go through the preliminary rounds. This will save them both time and energy, allowing them to focus on their performance and strategy in the quarter-finals.

Conclusion

The Indian Cricket Team will be participating in the Asian Games 2023 in Hangzhou, China, from September 23 to October 8. As a top-ranked team, they will directly compete in the quarter-finals of the tournament, saving them time and energy. With Ruturaj Gaikwad leading the Men in Blue, fans are sure to be in for a treat.