Jitesh Sharma Faces Scrutiny as India’s Batting Order Sparks Debate
The buzz around Indian cricket has intensified once again, and this time, wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma has found himself in the middle of a larger conversation about India’s batting strategy. The second T20I match between India and Australia turned out to be a disappointing one for the hosts, who were defeated by four wickets after managing to score just 125 runs. But beyond the loss, what truly caught everyone’s attention was the confusion surrounding India’s constantly changing batting order.
Former cricketer Sadagoppan Ramesh didn’t hold back his criticism, especially targeting the team management’s habit of shuffling positions. He argued that these frequent changes only create uncertainty among players. The statement “India needs to stop playing musical chairs with their batting order” summed up the frustration felt by many fans and experts alike.
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In the match, Suryakumar Yadav , the captain, made the surprising decision to drop himself down to the fourth spot. Sanju Samson was sent in at number three, while Harshit Rana and Shivam Dube were pushed up unexpectedly. This shift forced Tilak Varma to bat at number five, a position where he couldn’t replicate his Asia Cup success. Jitesh Sharma, too, was affected by this constant reshuffling. Known for his aggressive stroke play, Jitesh didn’t get the right platform or momentum to display his natural game.
Ramesh pointed out that if India had managed to reach even 160 or 170 runs, the result could have been very different. He stressed the importance of clarity—every player, according to him, should be assigned a role that matches their strengths. Dube, for instance, was sent in too low at number eight, leaving him with little time to contribute. Similarly, Jitesh’s batting order placement limited his impact despite his proven finishing abilities in domestic and IPL matches.
The message was clear: players must be used in roles that maximize their primary skills. A bowler’s focus should be bowling; a batsman’s role should be batting. By complicating this formula, Ramesh warned, India risks underperforming in crucial moments.
For Jitesh Sharma, this match wasn’t just another game—it highlighted how unstable strategies can overshadow individual talent. With India looking ahead to future series and tournaments, voices like Ramesh’s are urging management to restore consistency and trust in player roles. Otherwise, even skilled performers like Jitesh may continue to be underutilized in an ever-changing lineup.
In short, this defeat was more than a scoreboard setback—it was a reflection of how tactical indecision can ripple through an entire team, affecting both confidence and results.
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