With Tilak Varma emerging as a potential backup for Shreyas Iyer, BCCI might also evaluate other promising players to strengthen India's middle-order ahead of the 2027 World Cup.

India's selectors are considering Tilak Varma as a left-handed backup for Shreyas Iyer in the ODI World Cup, with emphasis on his batting and potential off-break bowling skills.

The Indian team management wants to have a backup to Shreyas Iyer heading into the ODI World Cup. | Cricket