Chopra questions Axar's promotion as India faces defeat

In a wild T20I clash, South Africa took down India by 51 runs, with Quinton de Kock smashing 90 runs. Aakash Chopra raised eyebrows by questioning why Axar Patel was batting at No. 3, while Shivam Dube sat at No. 8, waiting for a miracle. The series is tied at 1-1, setting the stage for a thrilling decider in Dharamsala. Can India bounce back or will they stumble again?

Quick rundown

1.Aakash Chopra questions Axar Patel's promotion to No. 3.

2.South Africa defeated India by 51 runs in Mullanpur.

3.Quinton de Kock's 90 off 46 balls led South Africa's innings.

4.India's bowling leaked 49 runs in the last three overs.

5.Series tied 1-1 with next match in Dharamsala.

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