NEW DELHI: Ravichandran Ashwin said on Thursday that he has opted for an aggressive batting approach on the red soil pitch. First test Against ~ Bangladesh In Chennai.
The strategy worked as Ashwin scored a superb century, helping India bounce back from a difficult situation. “It’s an old Chennai surface with a bit of bounce and carry. The red clay pitch allows you to hit a few shots if you are willing to line up and give a bit of thong when there is width,” PTI quoted Ashwin as telling the hosts after the opener.
“Of course, I have always swung the bat outside the off-stump. I have practised a few things and if you are going to chase the ball on such an interesting surface, you better chase it really hard like Rishabh.”
Rishabh Pant also scored 39 off 52 balls but was dropped due to loose strokes.
India’s top four batsmen were dismissed for just 96 runs, but Ashwin showed excellent control and patiently scored 102 runs from 112 balls. He formed an unbeaten partnership with Ravindra Jadeja, who scored 86 runs.
Ashwin attributed his performance to his timing. Tamil Nadu Premier LeagueHe focused on improving his hitting ability.
“It helped me coming back from the T20 tournament (TNPL). I worked on my batting quite a bit,” he said.
He expressed his joy at playing at his home ground, saying, “It is always a special feeling to play in front of the home crowd. This is the ground where I absolutely love playing cricket. It has given me many great memories.”
Ashwin also thanked Jadeja for her support during this crucial time.
“He (Jadeja) was really helpful. There were moments when I was sweating and getting a little tired. Jadu was quick to notice that and guide me through that process,” Ashwin said, acknowledging Jadeja’s valuable advice.
“Plum has been one of our best hitters over the last few years. His presence has been solid, and his advice on not having to turn a two-run home run into a three-run home run has been really helpful to me.”
The duo combined for 195 runs for the seventh wicket, taking India from a precarious 144/6 at the end of Day 1 to a formidable 339/6.
“It’s typical old-fashioned,” said Ashwin, looking forward to the next day. Chennai Peach Overspin will bring some bounce.”
“The wicket will start to play tricks much later in the game. There’s plenty of quick movement. Good carry, good bounce if you spread the seam well.”
“The new ball will do a little bit of good and we’ll have to start again tomorrow. It’s still damp underneath, so it’ll dry out quickly,” he added.
The strategy worked as Ashwin scored a superb century, helping India bounce back from a difficult situation. “It’s an old Chennai surface with a bit of bounce and carry. The red clay pitch allows you to hit a few shots if you are willing to line up and give a bit of thong when there is width,” PTI quoted Ashwin as telling the hosts after the opener.
“Of course, I have always swung the bat outside the off-stump. I have practised a few things and if you are going to chase the ball on such an interesting surface, you better chase it really hard like Rishabh.”
Rishabh Pant also scored 39 off 52 balls but was dropped due to loose strokes.
India’s top four batsmen were dismissed for just 96 runs, but Ashwin showed excellent control and patiently scored 102 runs from 112 balls. He formed an unbeaten partnership with Ravindra Jadeja, who scored 86 runs.
Ashwin attributed his performance to his timing. Tamil Nadu Premier LeagueHe focused on improving his hitting ability.
“It helped me coming back from the T20 tournament (TNPL). I worked on my batting quite a bit,” he said.
He expressed his joy at playing at his home ground, saying, “It is always a special feeling to play in front of the home crowd. This is the ground where I absolutely love playing cricket. It has given me many great memories.”
Ashwin also thanked Jadeja for her support during this crucial time.
“He (Jadeja) was really helpful. There were moments when I was sweating and getting a little tired. Jadu was quick to notice that and guide me through that process,” Ashwin said, acknowledging Jadeja’s valuable advice.
“Plum has been one of our best hitters over the last few years. His presence has been solid, and his advice on not having to turn a two-run home run into a three-run home run has been really helpful to me.”
The duo combined for 195 runs for the seventh wicket, taking India from a precarious 144/6 at the end of Day 1 to a formidable 339/6.
“It’s typical old-fashioned,” said Ashwin, looking forward to the next day. Chennai Peach Overspin will bring some bounce.”
“The wicket will start to play tricks much later in the game. There’s plenty of quick movement. Good carry, good bounce if you spread the seam well.”
“The new ball will do a little bit of good and we’ll have to start again tomorrow. It’s still damp underneath, so it’ll dry out quickly,” he added.
