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'India should try out a few more combinations' - Abhinav Mukund suggests playing XI changes ahead of 2nd ODI vs West Indies

India secured an eight-wicket victory in the opening fixture against West Indies on September 27, 2026, successfully chasing down a target of 296 runs with 50 balls to spare. Virat Kohli anchored the chase with an unbeaten 139, crossing the 15,000-run milestone in the format, while skipper Shubman Gill contributed a major century and Kuldeep Yadav claimed four wickets during the defensive effort.

Following this commanding start, former national team player Abhinav Mukund has advised the management to test alternative tactical setups in the upcoming fixture on September 30, 2026. Mukund specifically proposed deploying six specialist batters alongside five frontline bowlers in Guwahati, suggesting that players like Mohammed Siraj should enter the lineup while others receive a brief rest ahead of the 2027 World Cup.

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