3 Potential replacements for Virat Kohli in T20Is

The ninth edition of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 ended on a grand note as India won the championship after 17 years. This win was extra special because the Men in Blue lifted an ICC Trophy after 11 years of long wait. However, with one piece of good news, Indian fans got two pieces of bad news: Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's retirement from the T20Is. They have bid farewell to the shortest format of the game after lifting the World Cup. 

One more core memory of the Indians will be Kohli performing in a knockout game when it was needed the most. He scored 76 runs off 59 balls, which helped India reach a respectable total in the World Cup finals. Moreover, Kohli's retirement was something that the fans didn't anticipate. But now the Board will have to look for players who can replace Kohli in the T20Is. Finding a replacement for Kohli in T20Is, a format where he ruled, is next to impossible. 

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Let's check out three players who can be selected in the Indian squad after Virat Kohli:

3. Tilak Varma

Mumbai Indians's star batter, Tilak Varma, is one of the most consistent players on the team. He has played 16 T20Is, where he had the opportunity to bat in 15 innings, and has scored 336 runs with an average of 33.60. He has played some excellent knocks, helping India win matches. Hence, selectors can see him as a replacement for Virat Kohli. 

2. Sanju Samson

India's one of the best and most experienced batters, Sanju Samson, is another best option after Virat Kohli. He has ample experience in the format and has captained the Rajasthan Royals team for years, which is an added advantage. He is a talented batter who hasn't gotten much opportunity in the past, but with Kohli's absence, he can get a few matches to prove his worth. 

1. Sai Sudarshan

Gujarat Titan's best batter, Sai Sudarshan, can be a handy option for Kohli's replacement. He is a brilliant player who knows his game well and plays orthodox shots. Sudarshan is one of those batters who is perfectly skilled and calm while batting. To top it all, he's a responsible batter who rarely throws away his wicket. 

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