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Maninder Singh Questions Kuldeep Yadav's Omission
4 Nov
Summary
- Maninder Singh questions Kuldeep Yadav's benching in the upcoming ODI series.
- Axar Patel's inconsistent form with both bat and ball raises concerns.
- Mitchell Santner's 'street-smart' bowling is highlighted ahead of the series.
As India prepares for a five-match ODI series against New Zealand, starting in Auckland, concerns linger over the spin bowling department. Former India spinner Maninder Singh has openly questioned the decision to keep wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav on the bench, suggesting a lack of confidence from the team management.
Maninder Singh also highlighted the inconsistent performances of all-rounder Axar Patel, whose form with both bat and ball has been below par. Singh noted that Patel, a left-arm spinner, relies on pitch assistance to be effective. The former spinner praised New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner as a 'street-smart' bowler who has studied Indian batsmen meticulously.
The series marks a crucial phase for Axar Patel, especially with selectors looking beyond Ravindra Jadeja in the ODI format as India targets the 2027 ODI World Cup.
