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'Overthinking cost India': Rahane blasts team management for dropping Axar

India's decision to bench vice-captain Axar Patel for the T20 World Cup Super 8 clash against South Africa has drawn sharp criticism. Former captain Ajinkya Rahane questioned the move, stating that overthinking selection and not backing a proven performer like Patel, despite his vice-captaincy, backfired. Washington Sundar's underwhelming performance further fueled the debate after India's heavy defeat.

23 Feb 2026 3:37 pm