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Rohit Sharma-led India is ready for the big test against Australia in a full-fledged four-match Test series. Both teams will lock horns in the first of the four-match Test series at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur on Thursday, the 9th of February.
The players of both teams are gearing up very hard for this series as it is going to play a crucial role in deciding the finalists of the World Test Championship 2021-23.
Meanwhile, former Indian head coach Ravi Shastri has come up with his prediction of a player who could create a big difference in the series. Shastri said that if the Indian veteran continues with excellent touch, he might be a big trouble for the visitors.
One thing you don’t want for him is to over-plan - Ravi Shastri
“One thing you don’t want for him is to over-plan. He is good enough doing what he is - sticking to that. He is a really crucial player here. His form might well decide the series. Ashwin is a package not just with the ball, he will get you some important runs as well (with the bat),” said Shastri in a press conference with Star Sports.
“If he is on fire in both departments, that might well decide the outcome of the series. He is world-class in most conditions. But in Indian conditions, he can be lethal. If the ball is spinning and biting the dust, he has enough up his sleeves to trouble the Australian batters,” he added later.
Later on, the former Indian all-rounder also felt that one won’t want a lot more stuff from Ravichandran Ashwin as he just needs to stick to his game plan.
“But you don’t want him to over-think and try too many things because just keep it there and let the pitch do the rest as it does enough in India.”
“As far as the other spinner goes, I would like to see Kuldeep playing, straightaway. You have got Ravindra Jadeja, Axar and him are pretty similar while Kuldeep is different. Also, if you lose the toss and want the ball to spin then. if there is anyone who can spin the ball on day one it will be Kuldeep,” the 60-year-old concluded.