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In a format where time is in short supply, it's important for the opening pair to set up the tone early in the game. With the field restriction in place for the first six overs, the openers can be aggressive from the word go.
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As the T20I World Cup begins next month, we take a look at the most destructive opening pairs in the cricketing world.
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KL Rahul & Rohit Sharma, India
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There are not many opening pairs in the world that can match the range and versatility of KL Rahul and Rohit Sharma. With Bairstow ruled out of the series, it's safe to say the Rohit-Rahul combo as the most destructive opening pair in the World Cup.
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David Warner & Aaron Finch, England
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Both Aaron Finch and David Warner are nearing the dusk of their careers, but on most days, they are capable of taking even the most disciplined attack to the cleaners. Warner was adjudged the 'Player of the Tournament' last year, and Australia would expect similar consistency this year too.
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Babar Azam & Mohammad Rizwan, Pakistan
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Purely on the basis of the volume of runs they score together, Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam are head and shoulders above the rest. Both of them are ranked among the top three in ICC batter's rankings for T20Is. They recently chased down a target of over 200 runs without losing any wicket.