'Sb thik hai bas Trophy jeet jana' - Fans react as Ravichandran Ashwin and Virat Kohli are only India players to be part of both 2011 and 2023 ODI World Cup

As India announced their final squad for the ODI World Cup 2023, ace spinner Ravichandran Ashwin finds himself in the top 15. Ashwin has replaced the injured Axar Patel in the 15-member squad and has travelled to Guwahati with the team. With his inclusion, he, along with Virat Kohli, becomes only the second Indian player to play in both the 2011 and 2023 World Cups.

In the 2011 World Cup, India won the championship for the second time under the leadership of MS Dhoni. At that moment, Kohli was a young batter trying to make his mark in world cricket. Ashwin was shading the void left by Anil Kumble in the Indian team. In that tournament, Kohli has scored 282 runs in nine innings, including a century against Bangladesh. On the other hand, Ashwin had played two games and clinched four wickets in that tournament.

It is worth noting that since then, Virat has participated in all other World Cups, while Ashwin missed out on the squad in 2019. However, this year Ashwin will be keen to win games for India with his all-round performance. His batting and bowling abilities are second to none in Indian conditions, which will surely help him to run the game with his own mind.

Axar Patel fails to recover from a thigh injury

Meanwhile, star all-rounder Axar Patel is out of the ODI World Cup squad due to an injury. He might have lost the golden opportunity to play for India on the biggest stage in the world. However, as the Indian players are set for the biggest task of their lives, the team has reached Guwahati. Here they will face defending champion England in a warm-up game.

It is worth noting that India will start their World Cup campaign against Australia at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on October 8. After that, the Indian team will face Afghanistan at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on October 11. The marquee clash between India and Pakistan will take place at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on October 14.

Here is how fans react to Ravichandran Ashwin's inclusion in the squad:

Virat Kohli will be First Indian Player to win two World Cups 🏆🏆😍

— Ankit Khanna (@ankit_khanna) September 28, 2023

It's incredible to see their longevity and commitment to representing India for over a decade! Truly a testament to their skill and dedication. Looking forward to witnessing their impact in 2023 too! 🇮🇳🏏 #CricketStars #Legacy

— Somanath Mishra🇮🇳 (@somnath_bbsr) September 28, 2023

It's a testament to their talent and continued passion for the game! Cheers to Kohli and Ashwin, representing India in multiple World Cups and showing the next generation how it's done. 🏏🇮🇳 #ChampionsLegacy

— Somanath Mishra🇮🇳 (@somnath_bbsr) September 28, 2023

I will play one more ODI WC"
-Ashwin on 29/03 /2020

Everyone Laughed but Ashwin believed

— Cricket Guruji  (@CricketGuruji6) September 28, 2023

Me ye samaj ta tha ki me cricket ka bohot bada fan hu, fir mene mufa ke tweets dekh liye 👑 , o Bhai kya Banda he ye , 24 ghante active rehta he , or koi ye kahe ki ye paiso ke liye or post ke view ke liye active rehta he to me ye baat bata du ki mufa jab bhi post karta tha jab…

— HOT STOCK & NEWS (@hotstock5368) September 28, 2023

C'mon india 🇮🇳💪 pic.twitter.com/WIQU4wFTzq

— Nishant 🇮🇳 (@Nishantchant) September 28, 2023

Celebrating the evolving face of Indian cricket! It's incredible to see Kohli and Ashwin still going strong, carrying forward the memories of the 2011 glory. Adaptation and consistency at its best! 🏏🇮🇳 #HistoryInTheMaking

— Somanath Mishra🇮🇳 (@somnath_bbsr) September 28, 2023

They will create history by winning the world Cup twice ❣️🤞✨🇮🇳

— Extraa Cover (@ExtraaaCover) September 28, 2023

Young ones will bring the world cup home . Let's hope for the best .

— saasha (@saasha_00) September 28, 2023