As a selector, the concussion substitute rule is vital—it allows a like-for-like replacement to maintain the team's balance when a player is concussed. But this 'like-for-like' test is too rigid; a bowler for a bowler doesn't account for the heart a player brings. From my small town, I've seen a teammate's spirit lift us more than his technical role ever could. So I'd argue for a substitute who fits the team's soul, not just the balance sheet.
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