India’s 3‑0 lead in the five‑match T20I series against New Zealand is already a statement, but former opener Aakash Chopra has stirred the pot by demanding a spot for Mayank Yadav in the fourth match.
Yadav bowled four overs for 1/40 in the opener—an economy that Chopra says deserves a second chance to prove his worth.
Chopra also wants Prince Yadav to stick—suggesting Arshdeep Singh be rested for the dead‑rubber, arguing that rotation gives youngsters a chance.
Turning the spotlight to the pacers, Chopra insists Bhuvneshwar Kumar should play all five games despite an economy of 11.58, saying fast bowlers are the ones who can hit the boundaries.
If Ishan Kishan is fit—he could return, but that would force a rotation among the top‑order and create a tough selection conundrum, Chopra warns.
With the trophy already secured, the fourth T20I becomes a laboratory for selectors to test bench strength, and the final match will decide the series winner.