Opener Allen Shifts to Middle Order for New Zealand ODIs
The New Zealand and India ODI series sees opener Allen bat in the middle order for the first time. Allen said having a goldfish memory would help him, especially since he could face intense scrutiny in the series. He is set to take on a new role in the batting line-up.
Context
Context: Openers usually face the new ball at the top of the order, while middle-order batters come in later and must adapt to different match situations. Teams often move players between these spots to fill gaps or balance the side.
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