IPL 2022: 5 dark horses for Indian T20 World Cup 2022 squad after first half of the season

IPL 2022 is reaching a fever pitch, with the season reaching the half-way mark last evening. With the backdrop of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup to be held in Australia later this year, every fan worth his salt has his own version of that XI in the blue. Rohit Sharma and Co. will begin their campaign against arch-rivals Pakistan on October 23. However, there have been some who have tried their best to upset the apple cart.

That strong performances in IPL are the surest route to the Indian playing XI is not a secret to anybody. A few players have made a strong case for themselves by virtue of their brilliant showing in the first half of IPL 2022. So here are 5 players whose performances have led everyone to consider their inclusion in that T20 World Cup squad.

5 Dark Horses for Indian T20 World Cup 2022 Squad

1. Dinesh Karthik

The first name that pops up is Dinesh Karthik. Striking at 200 this season, the veteran wicket-keeper batter has scored 210 runs so far this season while being dismissed just twice in eight outings. He has adapted well in the No.6 slot and has been RCB’s game changer in IPL 2022. 

Be it the herculean rescue effort against Delhi Capitals, or the brutal chase against Rajasthan Royals, Karthik has wielded his bat like a magic wand. His performances have led many to speculate about his chances as a finisher in that T20 World Cup squad.

Not just content with his bat doing the talking, the 36-year-old cricketer from Tamil Nadu himself has talked up his inclusion in that World Cup squad more than once. Will he make the final cut despite age not being on his side, only time will tell.