Wasim Jaffer Picks India XI For 2027 ODI World Cup, Backs Rohit-Virat And Bumrah-Shami Pair

Former opener Wasim Jaffer has picked his preferred India playing XI for the 2027 ODI World Cup to be co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.

Discussions regarding the 2027 ODI World Cup have already begun in the cricket fraternity. The upcoming tournament is scheduled to be co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. Shubman Gill will lead the Indian team in this major competition. However, the biggest question remains whether veteran players Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will still be part of the squad. Although there is still plenty of time before this ICC event, debates surrounding India's potential lineup, particularly regarding Rohit and Virat, are intensifying. Several former cricketers have openly stated that if India wants to lift the World Cup trophy in South Africa, both Rohit and Virat must be included in the squad. Amidst these discussions, former India opener Wasim Jaffer has unveiled his preferred Indian playing XI for the tournament.

 

Batting Order and Veteran Leadership

Wasim Jaffer believes that if both Rohit and Virat continue to maintain good form and performance, they deserve a spot in the World Cup squad. Jaffer has handed the opening responsibilities to Rohit and Gill in his team. According to him, Rohit's vast experience and Gill's consistency could prove to be major strengths for India. Jaffer has placed Virat Kohli at the number three spot, a position renowned for his exceptional records in ICC tournaments. At number four, he has selected Shreyas Iyer, who has established himself as one of India's most dependable batters in ODI cricket over the past few years.

 

Pace Attack and Lethal Bowling Combinations

KL Rahul has been selected as the wicketkeeper-batter in the lineup. Meanwhile, Hardik Pandya has been included as a pace-bowling all-rounder, maintaining a healthy balance in both batting and bowling departments. For the pace attack, Jaffer has once again paired Jasprit Bumrah with Mohammad Shami to take the new ball. Notably, Shami has been out of the Indian team for a while, having last played an ODI for India during the 2025 Champions Trophy. Since then, he has not received an opportunity in any format. Bumrah and Shami together wreaked havoc on opposing teams with their dangerous bowling during the home-hosted 2023 ODI World Cup.

 

Spin Department and Balanced Composition

As the third fast bowler, Jaffer has chosen Mohammed Siraj. The spin responsibilities have been handed over to Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel. Kuldeep has been selected as a specialist spinner, while Axar comes in as an all-rounder. A close look at Jaffer's team reveals that instead of placing complete bets on youngsters, he has prioritized players who have proven their mettle in major tournaments. His playing XI features athletes who have served as the backbone of India's ODI team for a long period.

 

Expectations Surrounding Shubman Gill's Leadership

The 2027 ODI World Cup could prove to be the most significant milestone in Shubman Gill's career. Over the past few years, he has earned a reputation among the world's best ODI batters. As captain, his primary challenge will be to guide India to become 50-over world champions after a long wait.

 

Wasim Jaffer's Playing XI For 2027 ODI World Cup

Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammad Shami, and Mohammed Siraj.

Questions & Answers

1. Which countries are hosting the 2027 ODI World Cup?
The 2027 ODI World Cup will be co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.

2. Who will captain India in the 2027 ODI World Cup?
Shubman Gill will lead the Indian team in the upcoming 2027 ODI World Cup.

3. Who has Wasim Jaffer chosen as openers in his team?
Wasim Jaffer has assigned the opening responsibilities to Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill in his playing XI.

4. Who are the primary fast bowlers in Wasim Jaffer's selected team?
He has assigned the new ball to Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammad Shami in the bowling attack, while choosing Mohammed Siraj as the third fast bowler.

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