Dale Steyn calls Axar's promotion a risky move for India

In a cricket twist worthy of a drama series, Dale Steyn criticized India's decision to send Axar Patel to bat at No. 3 during their chase of 214 runs against South Africa. He called it like 'throwing him to the wolves' as India's top order collapsed. Former player Robin Uthappa suggested a stable batting lineup is needed before the World Cup. Will India find their groove or keep playing lineup musical chairs?

Quick rundown

1.Dale Steyn thinks promoting Axar Patel to No. 3 was like sending a lamb to the lion's den.

2.India's top order crumbled faster than a cookie in a toddler's hand.

3.Suryakumar Yadav switched spots, but it didn’t help the batting order one bit.

4.Former cricketer Robin Uthappa suggests fixing the top three roles—because chaos isn’t a strategy.

5.Constantly experimenting with batting order might just be India's recipe for disaster in crucial matches.

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