Sun Nov 10 12:04:07 UTC 2024: ## Team Management Criticized for Rinku Singh’s Batting Position in India vs South Africa T20 Series
**Johannesburg, South Africa:** Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra has raised concerns about Rinku Singh’s batting position in the ongoing T20 series against South Africa. He believes that the team management is not utilizing the talented batsman effectively.
Chopra, in a recent video on his YouTube channel, pointed out that Rinku, known for his explosive hitting, has been consistently placed at number six, limiting his impact. He emphasized that Rinku has shown his ability to score runs even in the top order, and questioned the rationale behind confining him to a finishing role.
“Are we doing the right thing by Rinku?” questioned Chopra. “He has been consistently performing well when given the opportunity to bat higher up the order. He’s not just a finisher; he can perform at the top as well. We need to give him a chance to showcase his full potential.”
Rinku has a remarkable record in the shortest format, averaging 54.44 in 27 T20 matches for India. He has demonstrated his ability to score quickly and with a high strike rate, making his inclusion in the Indian team a valuable asset.
Chopra’s critique comes after India won the first T20 by a comfortable margin, with Sanju Samson scoring a century. However, he argued that despite the victory, Rinku’s limited opportunities were a cause for concern.
“It’s time to consider promoting him up the order,” Chopra urged. “He can be a game-changer, and we need to give him the platform to shine.”
The Indian team management will have to consider Chopra’s concerns and potentially re-evaluate their batting order in the upcoming matches to fully utilize Rinku’s potential.
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