India head coach Rahul Dravid has spoken about the possibility of Ravichandran Ashwin’s inclusion in the squad for the upcoming ODI World Cup 2023. Ashwin is a veteran off-spinner who has been a mainstay in the Indian Test team for over a decade. However, he has not been a regular feature in the ODI team in recent years.
In a press conference ahead of the third ODI against Australia, Dravid was asked about the possibility of Ashwin’s inclusion in the World Cup squad. He said that the team management is still considering all options and that a decision would be made in due time.
“We are still considering all options,” Dravid said. “Ashwin is a very good bowler, and he has a lot of experience. He is also a very versatile bowler, and he can bowl in all conditions. However, we need to see what the best combination for the team is, and then we will make a decision.”
Ashwin has a good record in ODIs, having picked up 151 wickets in 111 matches. However, he has not played an ODI for India since July 2021.
India is the host nation for the 2023 ODI World Cup, and the team is under a lot of pressure to perform well. The team management will be looking to select the best possible squad for the tournament, and Ashwin is definitely one of the players they will be considering.
Impact of Ashwin’s inclusion in the Indian squad
- Ashwin’s inclusion in the Indian squad for the ODI World Cup 2023 would be a major boost for the team. He is a world-class bowler who can be very effective in Indian conditions. Ashwin is also a very experienced player, and he would provide the team with a lot of stability.
- However, there are also some potential drawbacks to Ashwin’s inclusion. He is not a very good fielder, and that could be a liability in the fast-paced environment of the World Cup. Additionally, Ashwin is not a very good striker of the ball, and that could weaken India’s batting line-up.
Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to select Ashwin for the World Cup will be up to the team management. They will need to weigh the pros and cons of his inclusion, and then make a decision based on what is best for the team.
