India vs Australia 2019: 3 reasons why Mayank Markande was included in the T20I squad

Modified Feb 15, 2019 21:49 IST

Mayank Markande has received his maiden India call-up

#2 To give some rest to Kuldeep Yadav

Kuldeep Yadav has been the top spinner of the Indian team ever since making his debut in international cricket. The Chinaman bowler's performances have helped India script several memorable victories at home as well as in overseas conditions.

However, Kuldeep has been playing cricket for quite a while now, and he needs some rest in order to maintain his physical fitness. The time off during the India vs Australia T20I series would allow Kuldeep to recover from any niggles that he might have picked up during the Australia and New Zealand tour.

Kuldeep will also be an integral part of the Kolkata Knight Riders squad in the 12th edition of IPL, and also for India in the ICC World Cup 2019. So the match-winner deserves some rest to concentrate on his fitness levels.

Moreover, given that it is only a 2-match T20I series, the risk of excluding Kuldeep is not that big.