Former Indian batter VVS Laxman has suggested one change in Team India's playing XI for the game against New Zealand in the ICC T20 World Cup.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The Men in Blue made a terrible start to the tournament, facing a 10-wicket defeat to arch-rivals Pakistan in Dubai. On Sunday night, Virat Kohli's side will lock horns with New Zealand in a must-win match.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Ahead of the clash, Laxman said that the side should bring in all-rounder Shardul Thakur for out-of-form pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
"I would go for Shardul Thakur because Shardul can give runs with the bat, and he's a wicket-taking option. It also increases the depth in the batting lineup. So, I would definitely go with Shardul ahead of Bhuvi (Bhuvneshwar Kumar)," said Laxman on Star Sports.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
"He (Bhuvneshwar) is an experienced bowler, but if you think about the balance and the combination of the playing eleven, I would probably prefer Shardul over Bhuvi."<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Bhuvneshwar had a poor outing against Pakistan, conceding 25 runs in three overs without a wicket. Since his return to Team India earlier this year, the pacer has been largely inconsistent.<\/p>\r\n\r\n