Former Pakistan cricket player and ex-president of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Ramiz Raja, emphasized that Indian veteran Ravichandran Ashwin deserves more recognition for his contributions as an all-rounder. He praised Ashwin’s straightforward approach to the game, referring to him as a “no-nonsense cricketer.” Raja believes that Ashwin’s skills and consistency should be acknowledged more widely, as his impact on the field has been significant throughout his career.
Ramiz Raja Talked About Ravichandran Ashwin:
Ramiz’s comments follow Ashwin’s impressive display in the recent two-match series against Bangladesh at home, where he was named ‘Player of the Series.’ The all-rounder scored a total of 114 runs, featuring a notable counter-attacking century in the first Test held in Chennai. Additionally, he showcased his bowling prowess by claiming 11 wickets, further solidifying his status as a vital contributor to the Indian team.
On his YouTube channel, he said, “ 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, 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. 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.”
Ravichandran Ashwin’s Excellent Performance:
During the series, Ashwin set numerous records and achieved significant milestones with both bat and ball. He matched the legendary Sri Lankan spinner Mutthiah Muralitharan by earning his 11th ‘Player of the Series’ award, tying for the most in cricket history. This achievement further underscores Ashwin’s exceptional talent and contributions to the sport, highlighting his impact on the game.
In the Chennai Test, Ashwin showcased his brilliance by smashing a counter-attacking 113 in the first innings, followed by a match-winning six-wicket haul in the final innings. This was the fourth time Ashwin achieved the rare feat of scoring a century and taking five wickets in the same Test match. Only Ian Botham, the English legend, sits just ahead, having accomplished this remarkable feat five times. Ashwin is clearly playing catch-up—on his own terms, of course!
This marked Ashwin’s 37th five-wicket haul in Test cricket, allowing him to tie with the legendary Shane Warne for the second-most fifers in the format. Only Sri Lankan great Muttiah Muralitharan surpasses him with 67. Additionally, Ashwin surpassed 750 international wickets, becoming the 12th player globally and the second Indian to reach this impressive milestone, further solidifying his legacy in the cricketing world.
Regarded as one of the premier Test all-rounders of his era, he has amassed 3,423 runs in 102 Tests across 123 innings, boasting an average of 26.74, including six centuries and 14 fifties, with a highest score of 124. In addition, he has claimed 527 wickets at an impressive average of 23.65, featuring 37 five-wicket hauls and eight ten-wicket match hauls, with his best bowling figures in an innings being 7/59.
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