A key issue for the Indian side involves the high number of left-handers among the top seven batters. When Sanju Samson played, only one right-hander appeared in the first three positions. Otherwise the lineup looked limited, featuring players such as Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. Shreyas Iyer would be the initial right-hander, followed by more left-handers. Irfan Pathan recommended Rajat Patidar and Riyan Parag for selection.
“India must also introduce additional right-handers and prepare them. Plenty of left-handers already exist. When the top seven consists entirely of left-handers, right-handers need to be identified and readied. I would like to see Rajat Patidar receive a chance in the future. Next, I want to observe Riyan Parag. He is a right-hander who also offers bowling. Should he perform well in domestic and A matches, he should be included. He can provide two overs as the sixth bowler,” Pathan stated on his YouTube channel.
