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it does make sense if you're doing cyclocross, bear in mind you're riding a bicycle that's resemblance road bike than MTB, on rough muddy path with obstacle and the like.
having cross lever (the clue is in the name) on the flat part of the handlebar is much more idea for a quick reaction if something unexpected happen ahead of you for instance.
also, cyclotouriste/randonneur have cross lever on their handlebar as well as drop lever, it give them more option to rest their hand while cycling for a long period of time.
OTP cyclocross bicycle tend to have cross levers on them as standard;