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The Indian cricket team has a long tradition of producing quality spinners over the years and in the recent past the spin attack has played a huge role in their success on the global stage. Ahead of their Asia Cup 2023 opener against Pakistan on September 2, questions remain about the composition of the spin attack that skipper Rohit Sharma and head coach Rahul Dravid may opt for, but one thing is clear: the spinners will play an important role. play a role. The importance of the Indian spinners is extremely evident when compared to their Pakistani counterparts since 2022. While Pakistani spinners have taken 57 ODI wickets during this period, the Indian spin attack has contributed hugely with 100 dismissals.
While the wicket count is quite superior when it comes to Indian spinners, what makes the stats even more interesting is the economic rate. The Indian spinners (5.1) again have a small advantage in that sector compared to the Pakistani bowlers, who had an economic rating of 5.3.
Three possible thrilling matches between India and Pakistan for starving fans on both sides of the border, along with one last chance for five countries to put their houses in order before the World Cup adds context to the Asia Cup, starting in Multan on Wednesday .
It’s a tournament that has often struggled to find relevance amid the growing bilateral competitions of the last decade, along with the declining popularity of T20 cricket, but the 2023 edition, which kicks off on Wednesday, has a great deal to offer of the team’s thinking space. think tanks.
(with PTI inputs)
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