T20 WC: India's defeat to SA a 'shakeup' - Ravi Shastri

Ravi Shastri believes India's T20 World Cup defeat to South Africa was a crucial 'shakeup.' Learn about potential strategy changes and team composition advice.

Ravi Shastri, former head coach, commented that India's significant defeat against South Africa was the "shakeup" the team needed. This loss marked India's first after achieving 12 consecutive victories in T20 World Cup matches.

Shastri suggested this unexpected setback might encourage India to reassess their team composition and strategy for the remainder of the tournament. He advised playing an additional spinner, possibly Axar Patel, given the conditions in Chennai for their match on Thursday against Zimbabwe.

Ricky Ponting, an Australian legend, also felt Axar Patel should have played against South Africa and that India must field its strongest XI against Zimbabwe. He suggested that a captain's ability to use spinners effectively is key, regardless of the opposition's batting lineup.

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