Axar Patel Surprised by Wankhede Pitch, Captain Didn't Expect It

• Team India's vice-captain Axar Patel expressed surprise at the Wankhede pitch after their first win in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.
• Patel noted that Mumbai pitches are typically batting-friendly, but the top-order batting struggled against America.
• Despite losing six wickets for 77 runs, Suryakumar Yadav's 84* helped India reach 161/9, securing a 29-run victory.
• Axar revealed the team expected a flat wicket and felt pressure in the dressing room after the batting collapse.
• He emphasized the importance of understanding the wicket's nature and gaining experience for future challenging matches.