If space becomes available due to injury then first name will be Ashwins: Dravid

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Mohali. Ahead of India’s opening ODI series against Australia at the PCA Stadium, head coach Rahul Dravid believes that experienced off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin is always in his sights if he gets a chance in the team.

Ashwin last played an ODI in January 2022 on the tour of South Africa and on Monday he was recalled to the format along with his Tamil Nadu teammate, off-spin all-rounder Washington Sundar.

If Axar Patel, who was ruled out of the Asia Cup final due to a left quadriceps strain, is in a position to be replaced closer to the Men’s World Cup on home soil, then this series is extremely important for both the players, where they can cement their place with their performances. Can confirm.

Dravid said, “It is always good for us to have Ashwin back. Someone like Ashwin gives you that experience and also has the ability to contribute with the bat at number eight. Also, we always thought about “If some opportunities did open up due to injuries, he was someone who was definitely always part of our plans. I know he hasn’t played ODI cricket for some time but we have full confidence in his ability.”

Ashwin, a member of India’s victorious 2011 World Cup campaign on home soil, joined the ODI squad after playing VAP League matches in Chennai and practicing at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru under spin consultant Sairaj Bahutule. (IANS)

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