The Indian team management faced severe backlash after Harshit Rana retained his place in the playing XI in the third ODI against Australia while Arshdeep Singh had to sit out in Sydney on Saturday. Having already lost the first two games, the fans expected a few changes in the Indian playing XI at the Sydney Cricket Ground.
Expectedly, India made two changes with Kuldeep Yadav and Prasidh Krishna replacing an injured Nitish Kumar Reddy and Arshdeep. Arshdeep has been India’s best fast-bowler in the ongoing series with three wickets in two matches at an average of 24 and an economy rate of 5.40.
On the other hand, Rana picked only two wickets in the first two games at an average of nearly 37. However, the decision to rest Arshdeep didnt go well with the fans who took to social media to vent their frustration. “At what basis Harshit Rana playing instead of Arshdeep,” wrote one user.
“Delhi-KKR Quota,” commented another, referring to Rana’s strong bond with head coach Gautam Gambhir while playing for Kolkata Knight Riders in Indian Premier League. Both Gambhir and Rana hail from Delhi.
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