
Ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026 final against New Zealand, Varun Chakravarthy's recent poor bowling form has drawn mixed reactions. Irfan Pathan suggested the Indian team should allow Chakravarthy to rest and mentally reset by limiting his practice and interactions before the final. Despite conceding many runs in recent matches, Chakravarthy remains a leading wicket-taker. Virender Sehwag defended him, noting challenging flat pitches and emphasizing the uncertainty of replacing him with other bowlers.
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