Like Virat Kohli in as a batsman, like Ravichandran Ashwin as a bowler. He is in full form of his career with the ball just like Virat is with the bat.
He is considered as the No.1 bowler in the team for this era and is titled as 'Bradman of Bowling' by none other than Steve Waugh, Australian cricket legend.
He bagged 28 wickets in just 5 matches against England. But the pain he was going through was not disclosed and how he managed to bowl.
In an interview with the great bowler, he said "I had athletic pubalgia (sports hernia) and I have managed that since the series against England. I needed the break to recoup before the Test series. The break was about rehab, about training and doing active recovery. It basically occupied most of my time. It was all about getting ready for the Test series. It Is very important to get back to your drawing room and do things that help you relax before an important series. These series can be exhaustive both mentally and physically. It is crucial to recharging your batteries."
Informing that he will consider the upcoming Test series against Australia as a 20-day programme, he said, "I will try to get through the 20 days. My injury concerns have been a bit of an issue. It was on the back of my mind in the last two series. Against New Zealand and England, I could perform only 60-70 percent of my potential. I'm trying to get better and put more strength on my body. Sports Hernia is something that can't be managed easily. It's been a big challenge for me. It takes a lot of time to warm up these days."
"I don't think I would want to extend one wicket more than what Anil Kumble achieved. If I did it would be a matter of great honor" Ashwin expressed.
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