Rishabh Pant’s side head into the third T20I against the Proteas 2-0 down in the five-match series. The Men In Blue’s inability to pick up wickets in the middle overs has hit them hard in the first two T20Is.
In a video shared on his YouTube channel, Aakash Chopra reflected on the changes Team India could make for the third T20I. He said the following about either Malik or Arshdeep Singh’s possible inclusion:
While stating that Arshdeep should be the preferred option, the former Indian batter feels Malik could steal a march over the left-arm pacer. Aakash Chopra observed:
Both Arshdeep and Malik were included in the Indian squad for the T20I series against South Africa based on their excellent performances in IPL 2022. While the SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) speedster rattled the batters with his pace, the Punjab Kings (PBKS) seamer was exceptional in nailing the yorkers at the death.
“I would say play him ahead of Axar” - Aakash Chopra on Ravi Bishnoi
Aakash Chopra reckons Ravi Bishnoi can be included in the Indian team at the expense of Axar Patel. He reasoned:
The renowned commentator wants the Indian team management to give Ruturaj Gaikwad another opportunity to showcase his wares. Aakash Chopra elaborated:
Gaikwad has been found wanting at the top of the order in both games thus far. Although the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) opener did score 23 runs in the first game, he led a slightly charmed life in the middle.
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