Axar Patel Ready to Bowl Final Over in T20 World Cup Semi-Final, But Captain Suryakumar Yadav Chose Shivam Dubey Instead India’s spin bowler Axar Patel revealed he was prepared to take the final over in the T20 World Cup semi-final against England but was left out in favor of Shivam Dubey. The match, held at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium, saw India clinch a thrilling seven-run victory over England, securing their place in the final. Patel, who had been practicing for the high-pressure task, admitted he was ready to bowl but was not selected by captain Suryakumar Yadav. The match was a high-scoring thriller, with India posting a strong total of 253/7 after a dominant innings from Sanju Samson, who scored 89 off 42 balls. England responded with a spirited chase, led by a century from young Jacob Bethell, but the momentum shifted when Jasprit Bumrah delivered a crucial 16th over, restricting the visitors to just eight runs. In the final over, England needed 30 runs from six balls, but Dubey’s disciplined bowling saw India clinch the victory. Patel, who had been positioned at long-on for the final over, joked about his readiness to bowl despite the pressure. “I was ready. I was at long-on, practicing, and I knew I wouldn’t hit five sixes in that over,” he said, laughing. The decision to hand the final over to Dubey was praised for its strategic value, as the left-arm pacer’s accuracy proved decisive in sealing the win. India’s victory extended their dominance in the tournament, with the team now set to face the final showdown for the title. The match highlighted the competitive nature of the T20 format, with both teams showcasing flair and resilience. Patel’s comments underscored the camaraderie within the squad, as players supported each other’s roles in the high-stakes encounter.#t20_world_cup #wankhede_stadium #suryakumar_yadav #axar_patel #shivam_dubey
