Former India coach Ravi Shastri hails Kuldeep Yadav for his excellent spin bowling. He wants both Kuldeep and Varun Chakravarthy in India’s playing eleven. Shastri believes wrist-spinners will play crucial roles during the tournament matches. The spin duo could trouble batsmen from other Asian cricket teams.
Kuldeep’s recent IPL performances impressed Shastri immensely this past cricket season. The left-arm spinner has improved his accuracy and bowling variations significantly. His confidence levels look much higher than in previous tournament appearances. Shastri thinks this version of Kuldeep can dominate any batting lineup.
The former coach also praised Suryakumar Yadav’s leadership qualities for T20 cricket. He believes the captain can guide this fearless team successfully.
Spinners Hold Key to Tournament Success
Ravi Shastri hails Kuldeep Yadav because he bowls with more control now. The wrist-spinner understands different pitch conditions better than before. Asian pitches often help spin bowlers take wickets against strong batting.
“If you have two wrist-spinners of that quality, I would love to have them in my side. I think Kuldeep is at his peak now. He did extremely well in IPL and unfortunately, couldn’t make it to the team in the Tests in England because of the conditions and the strength that India have. But he will be a vital cog in the wheel in the Asia Cup and going forward along with Varun and Axar Patel,” says Shastri.
Varun Chakravarthy brings mystery spin variations that confuse batsmen during matches. His unusual bowling action consistently creates problems for opposition players. Both spinners complement each other’s bowling styles perfectly for the Asia Cup 2025.
Shastri warns against relying only on Jasprit Bumrah’s fast bowling alone. Even great bowlers need support from other team members always.
Captain Surya Leads Fearless Team
Suryakumar Yadav has shown excellent leadership skills since becoming the T20 captain recently. His calm nature helps players perform without pressure during tough situations. The batting star leads by example with aggressive shot selections.
“Not really. When you go in with such a strong side, you feel great as a captain. All you want to tell your guys is not to be overconfident. Carry on with the way you’ve been playing T20 cricket. Surya has been leading now for a while, and he’s done an excellent job,” Shastri said.
Shastri calls this current Indian team one of the most fearless. Their IPL experience helps them handle pressure situations much better. Players like Shubman Gill can contribute significantly for many years ahead.
Optimistic About India’s Tournament Chances
The former coach feels confident about India’s chances in the Asia Cup 2025. This squad combines experience with youthful energy perfectly for success. Ravi Shastri hails Kuldeep Yadav and expects him to deliver crucial performances.
Most players have faced similar tournament pressure before in their careers. Their mental strength will help them overcome difficult moments during matches.
