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'Only openers' spots are permanent': Gambhir's clear message on India's batting order

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What happened

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has backed the decision to promote Shivam Dube to No.

4 despite the all-rounder failing to make an impact in the second T20 International against the West Indies in Ranchi.

Key facts

  • 4 despite the all-rounder failing to make an impact in the second T20 International against the West Indies in Ranchi.
  • Reported by Times of India and published Sat, 10 Oct 2026 08:20:40 UTC.

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