I think current arrangement of batting order is based on coach's perception of player's ability to play new ball, spinner, and perhaps strike rate. For example, if we play Mahmudullah at No. 3, he may not be as successful as now. May be coach has doubt about his ability to play new ball, especially early in the inning. Same could be said for Mushfique. He is a middle order batsman because he plays spin very well. If we shuffle the batting order, it can have very adverse effect; likes of Mushfique,Mahmudullah may lose form, considering the fact that Ash and Aftab are unlikely to play well in any other position.
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