Monty Panesar Hails Ashwin As The 'Engineer Of Spin Bowling' Ahead Of Landmark Test
Former England left-arm spinner Monty Panesar has bestowed glowing praise upon Ravichandran Ashwin, dubbing him the ‘engineer of spin bowling’. As Ashwin gears up for his 100th Test match in the upcoming fifth Test against England at the scenic HPCA stadium in Dharamshala, the cricketing world celebrates the remarkable journey of this modern-day exponent of spin.
A Legacy of Mastery
Ashwin's journey in Test cricket has been nothing short of extraordinary. With 507 wickets in 99 Tests, he stands tall as one of the finest spin bowlers in the history of the game. His ability to deceive batsmen with a plethora of variations, including the elusive carrom ball, slider, arm ball, and topspin, has been instrumental in his success.
Crafting Dismissals with Precision
Panesar commends Ashwin's meticulous approach to the game, emphasising his knack for dissecting angles and manipulating revolutions on the ball. Through a combination of astute calculations and a deep understanding of the craft, Ashwin has consistently outsmarted batsmen across the globe, leaving them stranded on the crease. In a conversation with ANI over the phone, Panesar offered a profound tribute to Ashwin, acknowledging the significant efforts he has made to expand his skillset and evolve within the sport.
"Ashwin has been absolutely brilliant. The first I came across him was during a Test series in India (2012). Role-wise, he has been there working out angles and engineering his way to dismissals. I think he is brilliant at how he changed the revolutions on the ball and enriched the art of spin bowling. It is all about angles, mathematics and data. So, I think he is the engineer of spin bowling," he said.
A Thorn in England's Side
Ashwin's dominance against England has been particularly noteworthy. With 105 wickets in 21 Tests at an average of 28.88, he has been a constant thorn in the side of English batsmen. His performance in the ongoing series further cements his stature as a formidable opponent, having already claimed 17 wickets in four matches.
Eyeing Milestones
As Ashwin prepares to take the field for his 100th Test, he stands on the cusp of yet another milestone. With lanky English spinner Tom Hartley's record of 20 wickets in the series within reach, Ashwin aims to etch his name in the annals of cricketing history with another stellar performance.
The Road Ahead
With India holding an unassailable 3-1 lead in the series, all eyes are set on the final showdown in Dharamshala. As Ashwin leads India's spin attack, cricket enthusiasts eagerly anticipate another masterclass from the maestro himself, hoping for a resounding victory to seal the series with a 4-1 scoreline.
A Legacy of Mastery
Ashwin's journey in Test cricket has been nothing short of extraordinary. With 507 wickets in 99 Tests, he stands tall as one of the finest spin bowlers in the history of the game. His ability to deceive batsmen with a plethora of variations, including the elusive carrom ball, slider, arm ball, and topspin, has been instrumental in his success.
Crafting Dismissals with Precision
Panesar commends Ashwin's meticulous approach to the game, emphasising his knack for dissecting angles and manipulating revolutions on the ball. Through a combination of astute calculations and a deep understanding of the craft, Ashwin has consistently outsmarted batsmen across the globe, leaving them stranded on the crease. In a conversation with ANI over the phone, Panesar offered a profound tribute to Ashwin, acknowledging the significant efforts he has made to expand his skillset and evolve within the sport.
"Ashwin has been absolutely brilliant. The first I came across him was during a Test series in India (2012). Role-wise, he has been there working out angles and engineering his way to dismissals. I think he is brilliant at how he changed the revolutions on the ball and enriched the art of spin bowling. It is all about angles, mathematics and data. So, I think he is the engineer of spin bowling," he said.
A Thorn in England's Side
Ashwin's dominance against England has been particularly noteworthy. With 105 wickets in 21 Tests at an average of 28.88, he has been a constant thorn in the side of English batsmen. His performance in the ongoing series further cements his stature as a formidable opponent, having already claimed 17 wickets in four matches.
Eyeing Milestones
As Ashwin prepares to take the field for his 100th Test, he stands on the cusp of yet another milestone. With lanky English spinner Tom Hartley's record of 20 wickets in the series within reach, Ashwin aims to etch his name in the annals of cricketing history with another stellar performance.
The Road Ahead
With India holding an unassailable 3-1 lead in the series, all eyes are set on the final showdown in Dharamshala. As Ashwin leads India's spin attack, cricket enthusiasts eagerly anticipate another masterclass from the maestro himself, hoping for a resounding victory to seal the series with a 4-1 scoreline.
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