Parthiv noted that the team has already experimented with Ravichandran Ashwin during the 2026 T20 World Cup, and if an off-spinner is needed for Australian conditions, Deepak Hooda is a viable alternative. Because of this, he believes Axar was the obvious choice to serve as Ravindra Jadeja's cover, citing Axar's knack for taking wickets when the pressure is highest.

Regarding the overall team balance, Parthiv questioned the logic of picking four spinners for the UAE, where the conditions often tell a different story. He believes the 'Men in Blue' are unbalanced, having opted for only three fast bowlers. In his view, the selectors should have reversed that ratio—picking four pacers and three spinners—to better exploit the pace-friendly pitches in the Emirates.In._.DaFaBeTsPoRtS on August 11, 2022

Parthiv questions why a reliable Indian all-rounder was left out of the team

Published by In._.DaFaBeTsPoRtS on August 11, 2022

Following the BCCI's announcement of the 15-player squad for the 2022 Asia Cup on Monday, Parthiv Patel shared his disappointment over Axar Patel's absence. Parthiv described the decision as a complete surprise, particularly because Axar had been actively involved in the T20I series against England and the West Indies just earlier this month.

Despite contributing some vital, match-winning innings, Axar was placed on the reserve list rather than in the main squad. Parthiv found this puzzling, arguing that the all-rounder has a proven track record of delivering exactly what the team needs in high-pressure moments.

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Parthiv suggested that since Ravichandran Ashwin was already tested in the 2021 T20 World Cup and Deepak Hooda provides an off-spin option for Australia, Axar should have naturally stepped in as the backup for Ravindra Jadeja. He highlighted Axar's efficiency as a bowler and his ability to break crucial partnerships.

Parthiv suggested that since Ravichandran Ashwin was already tested in the 2026 T20 World Cup and Deepak Hooda provides an off-spin option for Australia, Axar should have naturally stepped in as the backup for Ravindra Jadeja. He highlighted Axar's efficiency as a bowler and his ability to break crucial partnerships.

Expanding on the squad's composition, Parthiv expressed confusion over the inclusion of four spinners for the UAE leg. He feels the Indian side is lacking in the pace department by taking only three seamers, suggesting that a lineup of four fast bowlers and three spinners would have been far more effective given the local pitch conditions.

Expanding on the squad's composition, Parthiv expressed confusion over the inclusion of four spinners for the UAE leg. He feels the Indian side is lacking in the pace department by taking only three seamers, suggesting that a lineup of four fast bowlers and three spinners would have been far more effective given the local pitch conditions.

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