5 reasons why Axar Patel should always be played ahead of Ravindra Jadeja in ODIs

#5 Big hitting ability and fielding almost on the same page as Jadeja

Axar has shown on numerous occasions that he can play blinders with the bat. He has been instrumental as a pinch-hitter for his IPL franchise, the Kings XI Punjab, over the years. Moreover, he is a pretty safe fielder as well and seldom commits mistakes.

Although Jadeja’s fielding abilities might be hard to match for any player, Axar being a better bowler and an equally capable batsman edges him out in that respect. Moreover, Jadeja bats as low as no.8 or 9 in ODIs and his batting abilities are needed in ODIs on very rare occasions. So, bowling becomes the main criterion for selection and Axar should be considered for ODIs keeping that in mind.