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ODI World Cup 2023: Will Shardul Thakur make it to India's starting XI against Netherlands in Bangalore?

As Team India secures a spot in the ODI World Cup 2023 semi-finals, the focus shifts to their clash against the Netherlands. Speculation surrounds changes in the Playing XI, with the possibility of Shardul Thakur's inclusion.

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First Published Nov 12, 2023, 12:50 PM IST

With Team India already securing a spot in the ODI World Cup 2023 semi-finals, there is a possibility that the hosts may make adjustments to their Playing XI against the Netherlands. There is a strong likelihood that the versatile all-rounder Shardul Thakur could be included in the lineup. As Team India has maintained an unbeaten streak in the tournament so far under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, they are aiming for their ninth consecutive victory. On the flip side, the Netherlands, having secured only two wins in eight matches, are no longer in contention for the semi-finals. The upcoming match promises to be intriguing, especially as India's top batter, Virat Kohli, seeks to achieve his milestone 50th ODI century.

With Team India already securing a spot in the semi-finals of the ODI World Cup 2023, there is a chance that the hosts may make alterations to their Playing XI against the Netherlands. It is highly probable that the all-rounder Shardul Thakur will be included in the team.

Having won eight matches in a row, Team India is now aiming for their ninth and final victory in the league stage of the ODI World Cup 2023. The upcoming game is set to be captivating as the hosts aim to enter the knockout stage with an unblemished record.

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