Washington Sundar: India's Promising Test All-Rounder
Washington Sundar, a 25-year-old cricketer, has the potential to be India's next stalwart Test all-rounder according to former coach Ravi Shastri. With his effective bowling on turning tracks and natural batting abilities, Shastri believes Sundar should have had more Test exposure to demonstrate his talents both at home and overseas.
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Former Indian head coach Ravi Shastri is confident that Washington Sundar possesses the full suite of skills necessary to be India's next major Test all-rounder. Shastri praised Sundar's ability to excel with the ball in familiar home conditions and highlighted his gifted batting prowess.
Despite making a memorable Test debut at the Gabba in 2021, the 25-year-old off-spinner has had limited chances in red-ball cricket. With 545 runs and 30 wickets in 11 Tests, Sundar's record is commendable. Shastri remarked on 'The ICC Review' that Washington's talent merits more frequent red-ball inclusion, particularly given his effectiveness on spinning tracks.
In the recent 2024 Test series against New Zealand, Sundar was joint highest wicket-taker, with 16 wickets in four innings. Shastri lauded Sundar's batting capabilities, suggesting he could rise up the batting order. Sundar's performance in the ongoing England series has also been pivotal, reflecting his broader potential both at home and overseas.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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