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Gambhir, Suryakumar Advised: Bench Kuldeep for South Africa Clash on Flat Ahmedabad Pitch
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22-02-2026, 07:35
Gambhir, Suryakumar Advised: Bench Kuldeep for South Africa Clash on Flat Ahmedabad Pitch
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Former Gujarat captain suggests India should pick pacer Arshdeep Singh over spinner Kuldeep Yadav for the Super Eights match against South Africa.
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The pitch at Narendra Modi Stadium is expected to be a black-soil pitch with true bounce and value for strokeplay, favoring pacers.
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Grass has been completely stripped off the surface, giving it a bald look, indicating a batting-friendly track.
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India previously opted for Kuldeep in spin-friendly conditions against Pakistan, but Arshdeep's death bowling effectiveness might be preferred here.
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South Africa opener Quinton de Kock also believes Ahmedabad wickets are more seamer-friendly and may not favor spin.
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