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The run-up to the T20 World Cup has ignited fierce competition among Indian spin bowlers, with 22-year-old Ravi Bishnoi emerging as a standout player. Bishnoi's impressive performances, notably as the highest wicket-taker in the T20I series against Australia, position him strongly for the upcoming tournament, boasting 34 wickets at an economy rate of 7.14 in 21 T20Is.
Bishnoi faces formidable competition from established spinners like Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, and Washington Sundar. The selection dilemma between Jadeja and Patel, with similar skillsets and notable batting abilities, adds complexity.
Chahal, despite a strong IPL performance, is not the frontrunner, relying on an exceptional IPL season to secure his spot over Bishnoi. Kuldeep Yadav, considered India's top white-ball spinner, encounters challenges due to team balance and small ground sizes in the Caribbean and the US. Sundar's Powerplay bowling gives him an edge, but a lack of recent opportunities poses a challenge.
Amidst the intense competition, underdog Varun Chakravarthy sees a glimmer of hope. Overlooked previously, his standout IPL performances have thrust him back into contention. The upcoming IPL edition becomes a crucial decider for World Cup squad selection. As the T20 World Cup in the Caribbean and the United States looms, all eyes are on these spinners, each striving to etch their mark on the global cricketing stage.