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Axar Patel Misses Second Consecutive ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Match, Sidelined Against South Africa
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Surya's Controversial Call: Axar Patel Benched for Super-8 Despite Strong Performance
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22-02-2026, 19:45
Surya's Controversial Call: Axar Patel Benched for Super-8 Despite Strong Performance
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Captain Suryakumar Yadav surprised fans by retaining the same playing eleven for the Super-8 match against South Africa, benching Axar Patel.
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Suryakumar Yadav called the decision to exclude Axar Patel a "very difficult decision" and a "strategic decision."
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Washington Sundar, who replaced Axar in the previous match against the Netherlands, was retained despite an expensive wicketless spell.
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Axar Patel, the vice-captain, had taken 6 wickets in 3 matches, averaging 2 wickets per game, before being benched for the crucial Super-8.
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The decision to favor Sundar over Axar, especially on a batting pitch, has raised questions among fans and experts.
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