The middle-order role for India has been cemented by Shreyas Iyer while earning praise from coach Gautam Gambhir. During India’s victory against England he demonstrated his key role in middle innings acceleration by hitting 181 runs at a rate of 123.12. He has managed 2,602 ODI runs at a remarkable average of 48.18 while scoring five centuries which makes him vital for decreasing pressure on the Indian top batsmen.
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Since the time of Saeed Anwar Pakistan has recognized Fakhar Zaman to be its lead batsman for limited-over matches. Fakhar scores 3,627 ODI runs at average 46.50 with his different batting approach even though his style varies from Anwar’s graceful method. In 2018 Fakhar Zaman celebrated his most outstanding moment by surpassing Anwar’s record against Zimbabwe with an unbeaten 210 run innings which became the best individual ODI score for Pakistan.
The batting lineup of New Zealand currently depends heavily on Daryl Mitchell because he brings exceptional success when playing in Asian conditions. His World Cup 2023 run (552 runs at 69) combined with his Pakistan tournament success (517 runs at 51.70) reveals his ability to mechanics in any match conditions. Forty-five matches have allowed Mitchell to keep a brilliant 50.42 average through his leg-side power and traditional open-field stroke plays.
Through his fierce batting style Heinrich Klaasen has revolutionized the middle-order batting technique. At the outset of all matches he plays he maintains a powerful strike rate standing as number three all-time while averaging 44.12. His combination of high scoring ability with consistent performance throughout 58 matches has established his ability to achieve 2,074 runs including four centuries.
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Ben Duckett made his debut in ODI play for England with 19 appearances and now proves himself as an attacking opener. Phil Salt creates a left-right batting combo with Duckett at the top position which adds speed and energy to the England batting lineup. When playing in Asian conditions Duckett demonstrates worth because his high scoring rate along with two centuries delivers 46.16 runs per match.
