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Why teams are rethinking death-overs batting after ICC ball tweak

The Indian cricket team is adapting to new batting strategies for ODIs following a rule change allowing only one ball per innings after the 34th over. Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak highlighted the need for a new approach, especially for the death overs, as older balls become softer and harder to hit.

14 Jan 2026 11:45 am