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5 Reasons Why Suresh Raina Must Play At Number 4 In 2019 WC

Divesh GillBy Divesh Gill23/02/2018Updated:08/02/2023No Comments2 Mins Read

India would walk into the 2019 World Cup as favourites especially after how they’ve decimated South Africa at their own backyard. But going into the World Cup, India would have to sort of few issues which might turn out to be spoilers for Virat Kohli.

5 Reasons Why Suresh Raina Must Play At Number 4 In 2019 WC
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One of the largest issues for India at this point in time which needs to be addressed are the middle order woes. So, the question is, who should bat at number 4 for India in the 2019 World Cup to be played in England and Wales.

5 Reasons Why Suresh Raina Must Play At Number 4 In 2019 WC

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Here’s Why Suresh Raina The Answer To India’s Middle Order Question
1. Experience

Suresh Raina is amply experienced and no other contender in the middle order challenges him when it comes to experience. Suresh Raina has the experience of playing around the world and he has worked hard on his flaws.
2. Finishing Skills

Suresh Raina would be the finisher which India no longer finds in MS Dhoni. Suresh Raina at Number 4 or Number 5 can make things stable for India as well as finish things well after the top order gives a great start. He can change gears swiftly and play in the manner the team wants him to.

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3. Left Hander Advantage

5 Reasons Why Suresh Raina Must Play At Number 4 In 2019 WC

A left hander in the middle order would suit India perfectly. A partnership between a right hander and a left hander is always hard for bowlers to settle down.
4. Amazing Fielder

Suresh Raina also happens to be one of the greatest fielders India has. Now limited overs cricket has transformed to be a format where fielding win save you a lot of runs and matter when it gets down the wire.
5. 6th Bowling Option

Suresh Raina can also give a bowling option to India. India sees a fifth bowler in Hardik Pandya but he may go for plenty at times. Suresh Raina can chip in with a few overs whenever needed.

5 Reasons Why Suresh Raina Must Play At Number 4 In 2019 WC
These factors make him the best choice in the middle order. What do you have to say about this?

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