Former Indian captain and national chief selector, Kris Srikkanth, heaped praise on Indian all-rounder Deepak Hooda and made a bold prediction about his selection for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022.
Srikkanth said that he was really impressed with Hooda's ability to bat with freedom and hailed the 27-year-old as an "intelligent bowler."
The former chief selector claimed that the all-rounder would make it to the Team India squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia.
He is confident that Hooda will deliver for Australia in the ICC mega event and reiterated that the all-rounder is a strong contender for the final 15. He is currently on the Caribbean tour with Team India.
Speaking to Fan Code, Kris Srikkanth said: “Deepak Hooda is a strong contender for the T20 World Cup. I am telling you today as the former chairman of the selection committee. I am absolutely sure he will be in the final 15 for the World Cup in Australia. I don't go by numbers.”
He added, “Can Hooda deliver in Australia in the World Cup in Melbourne? Yes. How much? 60-40. What I like about him is guts. I like guys who play with freedom. And he is also a very good bowler. He is an intelligent bowler. He is a strong, strong contender for the final 15.”
