Ravichandran Ashwin has been a significant contributor to India's success in Test cricket, but according to former Pakistan captain Ramiz Raja, the veteran all-rounder has not received the recognition he truly deserves.
In his latest remarks, Raja highlighted Ashwin’s ability to deliver with both bat and ball and claimed that the Indian spinner should be celebrated as one of the top all-rounders in the game.
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Why does Ramiz Raja think Ashwin deserves more credit?
During a discussion on his YouTube channel, Ramiz Raja pointed out Ashwin’s consistent performances. He noted that Ashwin’s contributions are not celebrated much.
Raja elaborated that the 38-year-old’s career statistics are comparable to the best in the business. Despite being in and out of the team at times, Ashwin has always performed admirably whenever given the opportunity
"He (Ashwin) has not been celebrated as much as he should be as an all-rounder. If you look at his record, he is not less than anyone. He is a no-nonsense cricketer, who takes everything in his stride. Even when he is the 12th man or is out of the team, there are no tantrums. He understands the team's situation and his responsibility," said Raja.
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Raja also praised Ashwin’s mindset, citing that he has a unique perspective on the game and can analyze situations astutely.
"Whenever he gets a chance, he plays brilliantly. There is a lot to learn from Ashwin. He is opinionated but not like he does a lot of critical analysis of anything off the field. He has an intelligent take on the game, which shows in his comments," he added.
What lies ahead for R Ashwin?
With the upcoming series against New Zealand and the much-anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Ashwin is expected to play a crucial role for India.
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As the team gears up for these challenges, the focus will once again be on Ashwin to see if he can further solidify his place as one of India’s all-time greats.
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