England's Joe Root perfectly explained why Ravichandran Ashwin is a walking nightmare for any premier batter ahead of the 5th Test between India and England. Breaking Muthiah Muralidaran's record, Ashwin registered the best bowling figures (9 for 128) in a 100th Test. In conversation with spin-bowling icon Ashwin after the match, legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar recalled Root's special praise for the senior all-rounder. ALSO READ: How Kevin Pietersen lauded 'powerful leader' Jay Shah after BCCI tripled Test match incentiveWhat Gavaskar said about Ashwin? What's next for spin wizard Ashwin?

Source: Hindustan Times March 10, 2024 05:49 UTC