File photo of former India opener Virender Sehwag
Former India opener Virender Sehwag took to social media platform Koo on Sunday and shared what he thinks should be India's playing XI for the crucial match against New Zealand. Virat Kohli's team take on Kane Williamson's outfit in an important match at Dubai. With Pakistan almost certain of progressing to the last 4 after winning three out of their three matches so far, the winner of the clash between India and New Zealand will hold a big advantage in terms finishing second in the group and qualifying for the semi-finals.
Bhuvneshwar struggled for form in the UAE leg of the IPL and looked quite listless against Pakistan too and that could be the reason behind Sehwag opting for the in-form Thakur.
Other former India cricketers too took to Koo and gave their opinions and wishes to the team ahead of the big clash. Former India captain Mohammed Azharuddin wrote, "New Zealand is a very competitive team. The difference between the two teams is going to be the fielding. The more runs we save the less we have to score. Good luck team India."
Former India paceman Praveen Kumar spoke about the need for the Indian bowlers to bowl a fuller length in Dubai.