Daring prediction! ‘KL Rahul to switch Rishabh Pant in 2026 T20 World Cup’ | Cricket Information

KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant (AFP Photograph)

NEW DELHI: Astrologer Greenstone Lobo has made a daring prediction, suggesting that KL Rahul will change Rishabh Pant in India’s squad for the 2026 T20 World Cup. Lobo additionally highlighted younger gamers who might step in for the retired Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, strengthening India’s future lineup.
The 2026 T20 World Cup, scheduled to happen from February to March 2026, can be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.
India, the defending champions after their victory over South Africa within the earlier version, are anticipated to discipline a rejuvenated squad, with new expertise able to shine on the world stage.
“I’ll discuss some future superstars who might break into the Indian cricket squad — gamers who’re at the moment showcasing their expertise within the IPL. We’ll begin with the highest order, transfer into the center order, after which talk about the bowlers. I’ll be taking a look at potential replacements for the T20 World Cup,” Lobo informed TimesofIndia.com.

“Let’s start with two iconic gamers — Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli — who’ve now retired. So, who’re the potential candidates within the present Indian setup? One identify that stands out to me is Abhishek Sharma. He was a part of the squad earlier however couldn’t get an opportunity to play for the nation within the T20 World Cup. He positively appears like an important alternative. Born within the yr 2000, he has an exceptional horoscope. He’s what I name a “Gray Lizard.” Gray Lizards are gamers born between 1999 and 2001 who’ve Pluto positioned between 8 and 14 levels of their charts. These people are usually extraordinarily harmful on the sector — and Abhishek is actually certainly one of them.
“Now, who will associate him? One other Gray Lizard — Shubman Gill. Shubman Gill additionally has a superb horoscope. I imagine these two Gray Lizards on the prime of the order is usually a very harmful opening pair.
“Now, the person who I imagine might make a comeback into the T20 World Cup group is KL Rahul. He is been a part of many squads earlier than however hasn’t but been a part of a title-winning group. After all, he lately gained the Champions Trophy, however he usually gave up his spot to others — certainly one of them being Rishabh Pant. Pant hasn’t been performing properly these days, and I’ve at all times championed KL Rahul. I’ve mentioned this in my e-book Howzat: 50 Predictions on Indian Cricket, even again in 2019 — across the time of the notorious espresso controversy. Even when folks mentioned he didn’t have the sport for T20s, I maintained he’d make a robust comeback. And he has. He’s silenced his critics, and I imagine he’ll positively be within the squad — probably even changing Rishabh Pant.

“Then there’s Suryakumar Yadav — he’s the captain and is clearly going to be a part of the group. And what a journey it has been for Axar Patel. From being only a bowler to changing into a dependable all-rounder and now a captain — he is grown from power to power and can undoubtedly be part of the squad. See, the whole crux of the group — the whole core — appears very, very highly effective as a result of lots of gamers had been born between 1992 and 1994. These years are important as a result of Pluto was very near 0 levels, and Neptune was very near 25 levels. Now, these are the deepest exaltation factors, and since Neptune and Pluto are the topmost planets, once they attain their deepest exaltation, they create legends.
“So we’re taking a look at an inventory of legends right here. As an example, Axar Patel — I’d embrace him. KL Rahul is unquestionably there. I’d additionally embrace one other identify — Shreyas Iyer. Shreyas Iyer, the truth is, might doubtlessly change Shivam Dube. Shivam Dube, born in 1993, has accomplished very properly for the nation. However Shreyas Iyer, born in 1994, has not solely Pluto and Neptune in deep exaltation, but additionally Chiron — one other very highly effective planet — in a robust place. He has been displaying his mettle, not simply as a participant but additionally as a captain. And all these critics who spoke about his points with the quick ball — properly, within the Asia Cup, he shut all of them up. So, he is positively a really sturdy contender for the center order. And naturally, there’s Hardik Pandya — one other 1993-born — he picks himself, no questions there.
“One attention-grabbing identify I wish to point out is Vipraj Nigam. Now, I do not know if he’ll be a right away alternative, however he can positively be a long-term one for Ravindra Jadeja. Born in 2004, Vipraj has an exceptional horoscope, with Pluto at 25 levels — that’s highly effective. And he’s nearly as good an all-rounder as Jadeja, which is sort of attention-grabbing. Then there’s Kuldeep Yadav. Should you’re searching for a stable spinner, he’s your man. Born in 1994 — once more, simply have a look at what number of key gamers we’ve from 1992, 1993, and 1994. Phenomenal. This Indian group is wanting very, very polished and robust for the following World Cup.
“As for Arshdeep Singh — sure, he’s within the combine — however I’d say Mayank Yadav isn’t a alternative; they’re each younger and may play collectively. If you wish to actually stun the opposition with sheer tempo, Mayank is your man.

“Mayank Yadav has an excellent horoscope. Born in 2001, he was born when Uranus had simply entered deep exaltation. And Uranus is the planet of sudden affect — it brings magic, shock, and energy. Mayank has it in him to jolt the opposition. However in fact, health is vital — he should preserve that. And eventually, Jasprit Bumrah. Born in 1993 — once more, simply have a look at this group! So many born in that golden interval. Bumrah has already performed one ICC trophy and missed one other. That’s okay — we don’t want him to play each ICC occasion. What we want is a totally match Bumrah for the following 50-over World Cup. Even when he skips some matches or sequence, that’s advantageous. As a result of he has the horoscope to win each the T20 and the ODI World Cups. Jasprit Bumrah is unquestionably going to be there.
“Now, taking a look at long-term replacements for the group — I’d throw in two names. One is Priyansh Arya. Most of us have seen him bat — he reminds us of Sehwag, or possibly even AB de Villiers. The opposite is a boy we’ve solely seen glimpses of — Sheikh Rashid, who performs for Chennai Tremendous Kings. Born in 2004, his horoscope is phenomenal, with Pluto at 25 levels. He’s a classical, trendy participant. I actually really feel he has it in him to go a good distance. So, Indian cricket is in excellent arms. We’ve lately gained two ICC trophies. And with Gautam Gambhir on the helm of affairs now, I imagine we are able to win yet another — or possibly even two extra. Simply wait and watch,” Lobo mentioned.