Cricket News: India VS West Indies-Rohit Sharma Explains Why Avesh Khan Bowled In The Last Over Of The Second T20I Against West Indies

With 10 runs needed off the final six deliveries, many expected India to rely on their most reliable bowler, Bhuvneshwar Kumar. However, Rohit Sharma surprised everyone when he handed the ball to the young Avesh Khan.

The Madhya Pradesh seamer failed to live up to the pressure, conceding 12 runs in his first two balls as India blew a 1-0 lead. While Avesh was being chastised on social media, Rohit defended the young seamer, claiming that youngsters will never gain experience unless they are put to the test.

Rohit stated at the post-match presentation ceremony:

"We are aware of what Bhuvi does for us; he has been doing so for many years." You'll never know unless you give guys like Avesh and Arshdeep a chance. But it's only one game. They have the skills and talent, it's just a matter of supporting them."

Parthiv Patel is "surprised" by Mohammed Shami's absence from the T20Is

Former India wicketkeeper Parthiv Patel expressed surprise at Mohammed Shami's exclusion from T20Is, claiming that Shami outperformed Dinesh Karthik in the IPL 2022.

Former India wicketkeeper-batsman Parthiv Patel initially agreed with Rohit's selection but later expressed surprise that Mohammed Shami was not included in the squad when discussing India's bowling selection. 

The 31-year-old hero has not played in a T20I since the World Cup last year, but he continues to play an important role in the Test and ODI systems.

"When Bhuvi is playing, he must bowl two overs upfront." Bumrah and Arshdeep are up next. I'm still perplexed as to why Mohammed Shami isn't considered a new ball bowler.

 Dinesh Karthik was chosen for India based on his IPL performance, while Harshal Patel has performed admirably.

"In the IPL, Mohammed Shami performed even better as a bowler." He took wickets for Gujarat Titans and helped them win the trophy," Parthiv said.

"The new ball is assisting him in bowling well." Although Shami has improved in the IPL with Punjab and Gujarat, we still believe he hasn't bowled well in death overs."