Ahead of the crucial India versus Pakistan Asia Cup clash on Sunday, the Men in Blue suffered a major blow as star all-rounder Hardik Pandya has been ruled out. Left-handed batter Rinku Singh has been called in as his replacement. This means that India is going into the game with just one fast bowler and five bowlers overall. India and Pakistan are playing each other in a highly-anticipated final at the Dubai International Stadium in the UAE.
How did social media react?
On social media, many expressed their doubts and disappointment over India's decision to go ahead with a single pacer. Some questioned whether Rinku Singh was the right man to replace Pandya in the Playing XI. Referring to coach Gautam Gambhir, one user posted: "Anyone would have played Arshdeep. This guy preferred Rinku