As India secures its spot in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 final, former India opener Gautam Gambhir has identified a surprising yet impactful game-changer for the Men in Blue. Despite the stellar performances from stalwarts like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, Gambhir singles out middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer as India’s biggest game-changer in the ongoing tournament.
India’s journey to the final has been nothing short of spectacular, winning all nine league games in a dominating fashion. The Men in Blue have emerged as the only unbeaten side in the competition, setting the stage for a historic finish. Each player in the squad has played a pivotal role, delivering consistently whenever the team needed their services.
In a surprising turn of events, Gautam Gambhir overlooks cricketing giants like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Mohammed Shami, declaring Shreyas Iyer as India’s biggest game changer. Gambhir’s choice is anchored in Iyer’s remarkable comeback after injury troubles, culminating in a quickfire century against New Zealand in the semifinal.
“Shreyas Iyer is the biggest game changer for me in this World Cup. He was injured and had to fight for his place, and to score a century in 70 balls in the knockout is simply outstanding. He’ll be the key for India in the Final when Maxwell and Zampa bowls,” expresses Gambhir.
In 10 games thus far, Shreyas Iyer has showcased his batting prowess, amassing 526 runs at an impressive average of 75 and a strike rate of 113. His contributions include two centuries and three half-centuries, highlighting his consistency and ability to deliver under pressure.
Gautam Gambhir said, "Shreyas Iyer is the biggest game changer for me in this World Cup. He was injured, had to fight for his place, and to score a century in 70 balls in the knockout is simply outstanding. He'll be the key for India in the Final when Maxwell and Zampa bowls". pic.twitter.com/lwO434RAlk
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) November 16, 2023
With India set to face Australia in the final for a shot at a third World Cup title, all eyes are on Shreyas Iyer to play a defining role. The title decider, scheduled at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday (November 19), promises to be a high-stakes encounter, and Iyer’s performance will be closely watched as he aims to live up to the title of India’s biggest game-changer.
