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Former India batter Aakash Chopra believes Rajat Patidar's T20I return is unlikely due to India's current batting lineup, which offers little room for him.
Chopra cited the strong presence of left-handers in the top order and the established middle order as reasons why Patidar might not get a chance soon, despite his domestic T20 success.

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Former India batter Aakash Chopra believes Rajat Patidar's T20I return is unlikely due to India's current batting lineup, which offers little room for him. Chopra cited the strong presence of left-handers in the top order and the established middle order as reasons why Patidar might not get a chance soon, despite his domestic T20 success.

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