ICC T20 World Cup 2022: Former Black Caps Skipper Daniel Vettori Backs Ravi Ashwin, Says "He Is Very Adaptable"

Ex-New Zealand captain Daniel Vettori has opined R Ashwin’s ability to adapt quickly and his vast knowledge of the Australian conditions will help him during the T20 World Cup. With Ravindra Jadeja injured, Ashwin can fit the bill for the spin-bowling all-rounder spot in the upcoming T20 World Cup.

When it comes to the pitch conditions in Down Under, spin bowlers are not that effective and India already has the likes of Ashwin, Yuzvendra Chahal and Axar Patel in their ranks for the ICC event in October-November.

Ashwin’s prior experience in Australia will come in handy, reckons Daniel Vettori

The former New Zealand captain, who is currently in India to play the second edition of the Legends League Cricket told reporters, “We all know Ashwin has been exceptional in Tests. The thing for him is he’s coming off a great IPL, and he’s obviously included in the T20 squad for India.” 

“He’s one of those guys who’s very adaptable, he understands what he needs to do in all situations. I think if he’s picked he will know how to perform. He’s been to Australia on a number of occasions,” the 43-year-old added.

Daniel Vettori shed insights on the future of India’s spin bowling department

Talking about India’s future in the spin bowling department, he said, “Particularly when you see those legends at the top, the likes of Ashwin, Jadeja in Test cricket and their ability to transition through all three formats, so many young spinners aspire to that level.”

“I can’t talk much about the young group coming through but the Indian spin group is in good hands because of the players that I’ve mentioned. Ravi Bishnoi, Rahul Chahar coming through as well on the back of the IPL so when they play for India in pressure situations they are ready to succeed,” he concluded.

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