India's Ashwin replaces injured Axar in World Cup squad
Offspinner R Ashwin has replaced left-arm spinner Axar Patel in India's final 15 for the 2023 World Cup. Axar, who left the Asia Cup with a quadriceps strain, needs more time to recover fully. Ashwin's inclusion comes as a surprise, as he was not part of the initial squad announced in August. Ashwin brings experience and variations to the team, having played in previous World Cups.