5 experiments that India should make in the 5th ODI

Re-shuffle the middle order

Kohli could move down the order himself to No 4

One major cause for concern for India is the failure of its middle order for some time now. Even in this series, it is the failure of the batsmen in the middle order that has left India in trouble time and again. Thankfully, Dhoni was there to save India a few blushes.

Even in the 4th ODI where India scored a mountain of runs, the middle order suffered a mini collapse which prevented them for crossing the 400-run mark as expected.

India need to do some serious thinking now. It will not be a bad idea now to re-shuffle the middle order and make some changes. Ajinkya Rahane deserves a chance as he can really strengthen the middle order. But since he struggles in the middle overs, he must be played at the top of the order at no. 3.

Even if India continue with stick with KL Rahul, he is much better batting at no. 3. So, Kohli should make the sacrifice and come down at no. 4 to add stability to the order.

With Kohli to come in at no. 4 with Dhoni to follow after him, this will significantly strengthen the middle order and solve the problems India has been having.