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"Clear message was given to him...": Rohit opens on Axar batting at 5

Dubai, : Ahead of the semi-final clash against Australia in the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Tuesday, India skipper Rohiit Sharma revealed that all-rounder Axar Patel was told by the management during the England series that he will bat at number five no matter what is the situation. ": Rohit opens on Axar batting at 5 Axar had a good day in the match with both bat and bowl. "Clear message was given to him when we started the ODI series against England, that no matter what the situation is, you will bat at 5. The India skipper also recalled Axar's crucial knock from the T20WC Final, where he helped India recover following three quick fall of wickets against South Africa.

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