Islamabad: Former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria has said that Rishabh’s ‘pathetic’ captaincy led to India’s defeat in the first match of the Twenty20 series once morest South Africa. South Africa (1–0) led the five-match series by 7 wickets.
Kaneria said India were humbled when Gujarat Titans captain Hardik Pandya was given just one over off the ball and Yusvendra Chehal was called up for bowling in the first phase of the powerplay overs.
‘India have lost their first Twenty20 match once morest South Africa. K.L. In Rahul’s absence, India might not defend 211 runs due to errors in the captaincy of Rishabh Pant. The ball bowlers were replaced and tested in a pathetic manner. Despite the presence of Akshar Patel in the team, Yusvendra Chehal was called up for bowling in the powerplay overs and Hardik Pandya was given only one over.
David Miller, on the other hand, continues to shine in the IPL. Miller’s form was crucial in Gujarat’s maiden IPL title, ”Kaneria said on the Koo app. K.L. In Rahul’s absence, the ball might not capture the praise of critics who had the opportunity to lead India.
English Summary: IND vs SA 2022: Ex- Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria BLAMES Rishabh Pant for India’s loss in 1st T20I
