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Axar Patel was given crucial information by his captain, Rohit Sharma, before he took the ball in the fourth over of England’s chase of 172. Rohit informed him about the challenging pitch conditions and advised him to keep it simple. India had posted a total that seemed extra on the difficult batting pitch, boosting their confidence. Axar’s strategy was to not do anything extraordinary but to force the batters to make mistakes by sticking to a simple plan.
This plan proved successful when Axar dismissed Jos Buttler with his first delivery, followed by taking down Jonny Bairstow and Moeen Ali in consecutive overs. His impressive bowling performance earned him the Player-of-the-Match award after finishing with figures of 3 for 23.
Axar emphasized the importance of maintaining a consistent line and length to exploit the pitch conditions. He revealed that the team was confident in defending their total of 170, knowing that the pitch was not easy for batting and every run mattered.
In his brief batting innings, Axar noted that the English bowlers were taking pace off the ball, making it challenging to score. He adjusted his bowling strategy accordingly, focusing on accuracy and good length deliveries to keep the pressure on the opposition.
Overall, Axar’s performance showcased his ability to read the game situation and adapt his bowling tactics accordingly. His disciplined approach and understanding of the pitch conditions played a key role in India’s victory in the T20 World Cup semi-final.
