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'What Justice Is It to Send KL Rahul at No.6?': Former India Selector Raises Question Amid New Zealand ODIs

Summary by Times of India
KL Rahul’s batting position sparked debate after India’s second ODI against New Zealand, as Krishnamachari Srikkanth criticised sending Axar Patel ahead of him. Axar managed just seven runs, while Rahul looked comfortable. Srikkanth called it unfair to Rahul, but Sunil Gavaskar defended the move, explaining that promoting a left-hander can disrupt bowlers’ rhythm.

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IND vs NZ: Axar Patel coped well with the tough conditions. But he seemed helpless against the New Zealand bowlers. The bouncing balls troubled him. Then KL Rahul came to the wicket. But Rahul was playing very smoothly.

Former cricketer Srikkanth is very angry with the decision to send KL Rahul behind Axar Patel, while Gavaskar has called this decision absolutely right.

Former cricketer Srikkanth is very angry with the decision of sending KL Rahul behind Axar Patel, while Gavaskar has termed this decision as absolutely correct.

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Indian Express broke the news in Noida, India on Monday, November 9, 2026.
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