Laxman notes that Ishan Kishan could be given another chance to open the innings. Kishan is a fine exponent for taking advantage of the powerplay restrictions in place. While speaking on Star Sports’ show ‘Game Plan’ ahead of India’s contest against Namibia, Laxman said:
The wicket-keeper batsman made an appearance in the World Cup during the fixture against New Zealand. He was promoted to open the innings, which sent Rohit Sharma down at No.3 and Virat Kohli at No.4. Kishan struggled against the New Zealand quicks and had persihed for 4 runs off 8 deliveries.
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Get a couple of batsmen who can also bowl a couple of overs: Laxman
With India’s quest for silverware extending into its ninth year, Laxman explained the importance of India having more bowlers under their sleeve for next year’s T20 World Cup in Australia. The former batsman feels that India need bowlers with express pace to extract bounce and seam movement from the tracks in Australia. Laxman added:
The last time India competed in an ICC tournament in Australia, the pace trio of Umesh Yadav, Mohit Sharma and Mohammad Shami played a pivotal role. They were instrumental in India’s ruthless run to the semifinals. Even on subsequent tours Down Under, it has been the pacers that have helped rest India’s case.
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