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Originally Posted by 22Yards
counter argument could be those so many not outs suggests how less of a chance he got to prove himself ? When is a batsman usually not out ? coming to bat when your team batting first with only 4 5 deliveries to spare ? and you tell him to prove himself ? WITH WHAT ?
Naeem's ODI record - Match by match list
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The whole point of argument about Nayeem in this thread is about his ability in T20 format as a lower middle order. His ODI Strike Rate was referenced here as it points out that he is not an explosive batsman. But a #7 or #8 in T20 must be able to hit big.
I am not saying he should be out of the team for all format. But he has shown enough evidence of not being a good T20 middle order.
Lets look at his scores in practice matches.
Against Barbados: He came to the crease at 16.1 over, scored 9* from 10 balls without any boundary. Another example of his trade mark "not out" innings.
Against England: He came to crease at 10.3 overs, scored 9 from 12 balls, again without any boundary. Different scenario compare to the 1st match, but same outcome.
As of other format, I have already mentioned that he should be promoted in the batting order.