As defending champions India head into a pivotalSuper 8 match against Zimbabwein the ICC Men’sT20 World Cup 2026, former head coachRavi Shastrihas weighed in on a selection dilemma that has dominated headlines. India’s shock76-run defeat to South Africa— in which spin options were questioned — has sparked debate about the team’s bowling balance, especially concerning all-roundersAxar PatelandWashington Sundar.
The controversy centres on India’s decision toomit Axarin favour of Sundar against South Africa — a tactical call that did not deliver, as Sundar bowled just two overs and India’s bowling lacked penetration. Shastri, acknowledging the importance of both players’ skills, publicly advocated forplaying both spinners togetheragainst Zimbabwe. He emphasised that having both Axar’s experience and Sundar’s variety provides a crucialbackup option, especially in spin-friendly Indian conditions where one bowler may have an off day.
Shastri suggested that including both players would enhance India’s balance without overly harming the batting depth. He even proposed batting reshuffles — with Axar potentially at No. 8 and Sundar at No. 7 — to accommodate the extra bowling strength without sacrificing firepower. The selection call is expected to be significant, given India’smust-win situationto stay alive in the tournament.
Cricket experts likeRicky Pontinghave echoed similar sentiments, advising India to pick thebest XI suited to the conditionsrather than over-tinker based on matchups alone. The debate highlights the larger tactical rethink required as India battles to secure a semi-final berth in a highly competitive Super 8 phase.
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