Team India has been hit hard due to some of their players, including openers Shikhar Dhawan and Ruturaj Gaikwad, returning positive COVID-19 test results. Certain reports suggest that Kishan, who was originally not included in the ODI squad, is likely to bat at the top of the order alongside Sharma.
During a discussion on India News, Saba Karim was asked about the development. He responded:
The former India wicketkeeper-batter cast his vote in favor of Kishan opening with Sharma. Karim reasoned:
Saba Karim added that Kishan’s tendency to take the attack to the opposition bowlers will help the Indian skipper. He explained:
Kishan has played just two ODIs for Team India thus far, both against Sri Lanka. He smashed 60 runs at an excellent strike rate of 130.43 in those games, with a top score of 59.
“Ishan Kishan’s track record in the Vijay Hazare Trophy is exceptional” - Saba Karim
Saba Karim was also asked whether Mayank Agarwal has only been included in the Indian squad as a backup option. He replied:
The 54-year-old concluded by saying that it will be beneficial for Team India in the long run if Kishan succeeds at the top of the order. Karim explained:
There have been calls from a few cricket experts for Team India to adopt a more aggressive approach with the bat in ODI cricket. Ishan Kishan’s presence at the top of the order might help the cause.
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