ICC World Cup 2019: India Player Ratings
Jul 13, 2019 at 12:37 PM
India as a unit had done an exceptional job at the ongoing ICC World Cup 2019. Openers have done an incredible job with Rohit Sharma emerging as a highlight of the tournament. Also, Jasprit Bumrah had done his job for what he has been known now.
Moreover, Virat Kohli had played some outstanding innings while leading from the front. Mohammed Shami had further bowled his heart out.
All in all, India had all the ingredients to win the World Cup, but the Black Caps had bowled remarkably well.
Here’s how we have rated Team India Players at the ICC World Cup 2019.
Rohit Sharma: Rating points – 9/10
Rohit Sharma has been in a rich vein of a form before Matt Henry got rid of the prolific run-getter on a single digit. The world-class opening batsman has given his best to help his team to make it to the semis.
In nine innings, Rohit has slammed five tons which included a back-to-back three centuries ahead of the first semi-final.
He has accumulated 648 runs at an average of 81 with his strike-rate of 98.33.
KL Rahul: Rating Points – 6.5/10
KL Rahul had done a brilliant job at the top despite India losing Shikhar Dhawan after just two games. Rahul, who batted initially at No. 4 opened innings alongside Rohit Sharma.
Rohit had played some brilliant strokes to keep the scoring board ticking after a cautious start. Also, he at times failed to convert those starts, but overall he had shaped up good to lay a solid foundation at the top in most of the fixtures for India.
Virat Kohli: Rating Points – 7/10:
Skipper Virat Kohli has ended up as the second leading run-scorer for India. Despite a rare failure in the semi-final, Kohli has 443 runs to his nine in nine innings.
The star batsman has slammed five back-to-back five half-centuries. But, at times, he has struggled to make most of the opportunity by scoring big.
Rishabh Pant: Rating Points – 3.5/10
Rishabh Pant had a mixed show at the World Cup. In four innings, Pant has also got starts, but he couldn’t extend his innings. Given to his age, the temptation has brought the downfall.
In the semi-final, Pant had thrown away his wicket by playing a slog-sweep on the bowling of Mitchell Santner.
Pant had scored 116 runs at an average of 29.
MS Dhoni: Rating Points – 6/10
MS Dhoni has been known for his calm approach and self-belief. With his average of 45.50 in eight innings, Dhoni has accumulated 273 runs which included a calculative knock of 50 off 72 deliveries in the semi-final against the Black Caps.
Known for a slow start too, Dhoni had also faced criticism for playing with a dead bat against England on June 30. Overall, Dhoni had a mixed run with the bat.
Well, Dhoni had also faced a tough time behind the gloves.
Dinesh Karthik: Rating Points – 2/10
Dinesh Karthik had been brilliant in the outfield. He had also struggled in the semis at the Old Trafford where he managed just six off 25 deliveries.
Karthik could score 14 in two innings, but he had done a great job in the outfield.
Hardik Pandya: Rating Points – 5.5/10
Hardik Pandya might have failed to live up to the billings in the crucial game against Kiwis, but overall he has done a great job with the ball in particular. Despite facing tough times, Pandya had bagged ten wickets in nine innings.
Also, with the bat, Pandya had tried his best, but he had failed to provide an impetus at times. He scored 225 in nine innings.
Ravindra Jadeja: Rating Points – 6/10:
In his second match of the ongoing World Cup, Ravindra Jadeja had played a quality knock to keep hopes of millions alive. The southpaw slammed 59-ball 79 with the help of four sixes and as many fours.
Also, he did his best with the ball by stemming a run flow. He also claimed two wickets after conceding 74 runs off 120 deliveries.
Jadeja had done a remarkable job on the field as a substitute to save plenty of runs on the field.
Yuzvendra Chahal: Rating Points – 5/10
The wrist-spinner had failed to leave an impact in the tournament despite a four-wicket haul. The prominent spinner had snared 12 wickets in eight matches.
Chahal had conceded 442 runs off 444 deliveries.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar: Rating Points – 5.5/10
Senior fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar had done his best with the ball. Although, he had faced a hamstring issue during Pakistan game, however, he had made a decent comeback.
In the semi-final clash, Bhuvneshwar had snared three wickets after conceding 43 runs in his quota of 10 overs.
Jasprit Bumrah: Rating Points – 8/10
Jasprit Bumrah had become an inspiration for many when it comes to dedication and hard work. The prominent pacer had done the terrific job for the Men in Blue by leading India’s wickets chart with 18 in nine matches. Also, he has a four-for under his belt apart from being economical in the semis.
Bumrah had bowled exceptionally well in the death overs to keep things under control.
Kedar Jadhav: Rating Points – 2/10
Kedar Jadhav had failed to deliver in the ODI showpiece despite a 52-run knock against Afghanistan. In five innings, Jadhav had scored just 80.
Known for breaking partnerships, Jadhav had bowled in three matches, but he didn’t prove that effective.
Mohammad Shami: Rating Points – 7.5/10
Mohammed Shami had been exceptional with the ball in just four games. He managed to scalp 14 wickets which included two four-wicket hauls and a five-for.
Despite leaking runs against England, Shami had proved his mettle by making things easier for his bowling partners.
Kuldeep Yadav: Rating Points 4/10:
Kuldeep Yadav had overall struggled in the tourney which also saw him warming the bench. Particular against England, Kuldeep had leaked runs which somewhat dent his morale.
The wrist-spinner had bagged six wickets in seven matches.
Vijay Shankar: Rating Points – 2/10
Vijay Shankar had featured in three games in which he scored 58 runs. Also, he had picked two wickets. Overall, he had struggled to leave an impact.
Shikhar Dhawan: Rating Points – 5/10
Shikhar Dhawan had not an ideal start in the World Cup when he lost his wicket at eight on the bowling of Kagiso Rabada. However, what followed is in itself a story to narrate in terms of courage.
The southpaw had slammed 117 off 109 balls against Australia despite a broken thumb. Following a 36-run over Australia, Dhawan was ruled out of the World Cup after receiving a blow on his left thumb when he was facing Pat Cummins.
Mayank Agarwal:
The promising batsman didn’t have a game following his inclusion in Team India’s World Cup squad at the expense of injured Vijay Shankar, who had nursed a toe injury.