Eoin Morgan Tips India as Favorites for T20 World Cup

Former England captain Eoin Morgan has declared India as the frontrunners to win the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup, set to commence on June 1 in the West Indies and the USA. Morgan, speaking on a Sky Sports podcast, expressed his belief in India's chances, stating, "For me, the strongest side even with injuries throughout the tournament is India without a doubt."

Morgan highlighted the exceptional quality and depth of the Indian squad, emphasizing their potential to overcome any opposition in the tournament. He remarked, "The strength and depth is absolutely incredible at the moment. We are talking about the players who missed out on the squad of 15 because of the quality they possess."

India's T20 World Cup journey will begin on June 5 against Ireland at the newly built Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York. The highly anticipated clash between India and Pakistan is scheduled for June 9. Subsequently, India will face tournament co-hosts USA on June 12 and Canada on June 15 to conclude their Group A matches.

The Indian team will be determined to end their ICC trophy drought, with their last major triumph being the ICC Champions Trophy in 2013. Since then, India have reached the finals of the 50-over World Cup in 2023, the semifinals in 2015 and 2019, the title clash of the ICC World Test Championship in 2021 and 2023, and the T20 WC final in 2014 and semifinals in 2016 and 2022. However, they have fallen short of securing a significant ICC trophy.

India's primary objective will be to secure their first T20 WC title since their inaugural victory in 2007 in South Africa. In the previous edition held in Australia in 2022, India suffered a 10-wicket defeat against England in the semifinals.

With a formidable squad and a proven track record in ICC events, India will be the team to beat in the upcoming T20 World Cup. Their journey to the title will be closely watched by fans around the world, as they aim to end their ICC trophy drought and reclaim their status as the world's leading cricket nation.

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