"Least Insecure About What People Feel About Me": Ravichandran Ashwin After Win Over England

09.03.2024 - 17:29 sports.ndtv.com

Ravichandran Ashwin worked on different actions and speeds throughout the Test series against England and the master off-spinner said experimenting while shutting out external noises was integral for his success in the varied Indian conditions.

Ashwin, who played his 100th Test in Dharamsala, finished the five-match series as the top wicket-taker, bagging 26 wickets. "Throughout the series I have gone to different actions, speeds and releases.

India is different, each ground has a challenge. I am least bit insecure about what people feel about me," Ashwin said at the post-match presentation.

The 37-year-old said the mindset to add new dimensions to his bowling has worked well for him. "If I am confident that I can try something, I don't hold back.

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