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Varun Chakravarthy finally got his opportunity to play for India when he debuted in the opening T20I against Sri Lanka on Sunday in Colombo. Varun Chakravarthy’s impressive stint in IPL 2020 for Kolkata prompted a call-up to the T20 squad during India’s Australia tour. However, a shoulder injury forced him to pull out. But the 29-year old believes his journey has been better than the destination.

Varun Chakravarthy also made it to the squad for the five-match T20I series against England earlier this year. But the leggie struggled with fitness issues. However, he rose above everything and grabbed his opportunity with both hands, delivering a compelling performance in India’s 38-run win over Sri Lanka in the first T20I.

Ishan Kishan and Varun Chakravarthy celebrating a wicket (Photo-AFP)
Ishan Kishan and Varun Chakravarthy celebrating a wicket (Photo-AFP)

The mystery spinner finished with figures of 4-0-28-1, claiming captain Dasun Shanaka’s wicket on debut. Varun’s journey to wearing the Indian jersey has been truly inspirational as revealed in his official Twitter handle. The Karnataka-born cricketer said he underwent several highs and lows. However, he admitted the journey has been wonderful and hopes to keep attaining new highs.

Varun Chakravarthy has an X-factor in him: VVS Laxman

VVS Laxman
VVS Laxman (Image Credit: Twitter)

Meanwhile, VVS Laxman had been in awe of Varun Chakravarthy, who he reckons can multiple roles in an inning. The 134-Test veteran revealed the mystery spinner can bowl during the powerplay and death, capable of taking wickets or controlling the run-flow. But Laxman called for the management to give him more exposure and be patient.

He can bowl with the new ball, he can come and take wickets whenever the captain and the teams wants to break a partnership – that means he’s got an X-factor. And we just want him to get exposure of international cricket and the only way he can do that is by making him play. So, I’m sure that he is really looking forward to this opportunity, but one thing which we have realised over years is make sure you give him the opportunity. Don’t expect miracles from game one. It is very important to show patience and belief in a player,” Laxman said as quoted by News18.

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