Razzak is already a better bowler than Rana. He gets more turn and bounce. We already have a better version of Rana in the ODI team and he is called Rafiq- a steady run miser. No need to bring in a lesser clone of Rafiq. Plus, Rana's "perceived" batting talents are not required any more. Razzak provides a better variety and with Alok ( anyone seen him delivering googlies last night? delightful sight ) operating as the third spinner/allrounder, I am afraid, Rana will not make it back and should not make it back for the sake of giving him a chance. He has maximized his potential last year and his zero upside will further prevent his inclusion.
I wish NI was inlcuded in the squad. But he is not. I wish him success against SL-A. If he does well against them, he might get himself back in the mix as an opener in the ODI's ( along with tests ) against Aussies.
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