Asia Cup 2023 all eyes will be on this wicketkeeper batsman

Team India needs the Asia Cup to prepare for the ODI World Cup, which begins on October 5.

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After recovering from an injury in IPL 2023, KL Rahul may return to the Indian team for the Asia Cup.

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KL Rahul has an excellent batting record in ODIs, having scored 5 hundreds and 13 half-centuries.

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KL Rahul posted a video of his batting and wicket-keeping practice on social media, suggesting his Asia Cup preparation.

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With the return of fast bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Krishna, India's chances of winning the Asia Cup have improved.

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Six countries will compete in the Asia Cup, which will be held in Pakistan and Sri Lanka from August 30 to September 17.

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With a best score of 112, KL Rahul's remarkable ODI career numbers include 1986 runs in 54 games at an average of 45.

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The team for the Asia Cup will be revealed next week, with players who did well at the most recent World Cup receiving preference.

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A week-long training camp in Bangalore will prepare stars like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma for the Asia Cup.

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India's captain from the previous Asia Cup, Rohit Sharma, wants to take his team to victory and win the tournament.

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