Shardul Thakur might be the third seamer that India needs in their ODI playing XI: Wasim Jaffer

All-rounder Shardul Thakur has been making waves in the Indian cricket team, and former India opener Wasim Jaffer believes he may be the No.1 choice for the third seamer in ODIs.

Thakur was named Player of the Match in the Indore ODI for his all-round performances, contributing 25 runs and taking 3 wickets. Jaffer also mentioned that when Deepak Chahar returns from injury, he will also be a contender for the role.

.@imShard scalped 3️⃣ crucial wickets with the ball when the going got tough and bagged the Player of the Match award as #TeamIndia registered a 90-run victory in the final #INDvNZ ODI 👏🏻👏🏻

Scorecard ▶️ https://t.co/ojTz5RqWZf…@mastercardindia pic.twitter.com/cpKbBMOTll
— BCCI (@BCCI) January 24, 2023

Shardul Thakur has an enviable ability to be in the game at all times. Has to come from self-belief.
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) January 24, 2023

Jaffer praises Thakur’s ability to pick up big wickets and his variations in bowling, calling him a hard-working man and someone with a big heart. He also points out that Thakur’s batting ability, specifically at the No.8 position, is vital for the team.

Taking wickets in crucial stage….

Lord Shardul Thakur : pic.twitter.com/EzFBa6T5Jv
— UmdarTamker (@UmdarTamker) January 24, 2023

Look at Virat Kohli and Hardik Pandya's reaction when Shardul Thakur gets Latham on duck. pic.twitter.com/HBgvOyprrR
— CricketMAN2 (@ImTanujSingh) January 24, 2023

With 6 wickets in the series and a crucial contribution in the Indore ODI, Thakur’s performance is making him a strong contender for the third seamer spot in the Indian side, ahead of the forthcoming ODI World Cup 2023.

Shardul Thakur might be the third seamer that India needs in their ODI playing XI: Wasim Jaffer

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