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'Can You Get Better...?' - Ex-KKR Star Lavishes Praise On Ashwin, Chahal Before IPL 2024

Chahal and Ashwin were expected to play pivotal roles in Rajasthan Royals' IPL journey[x.com]Chahal and Ashwin were expected to play pivotal roles in Rajasthan Royals' IPL journey[x.com]

Renowned cricket commentator Aakash Chopra has highlighted the strength of Rajasthan Royals'(RR) spin bowling duo, comprising Yuzvendra Chahal and Ravichandran Ashwin, as they gear up for IPL 2024. 

In a recent YouTube video, Chopra emphasised the potential of Chahal and Ashwin, backed by their impressive performances in the previous season. Chopra stated, 

"Spin bowling - can you get better options than Yuzi Chahal and Ravichandran Ashwin?" 

Chahal emerged as the highest wicket-taker for RR in IPL 2023, claiming 21 wickets at an economy rate of 8.17 in 14 games.

Ashwin, following closely, secured 14 dismissals with an economy rate of 7.51 in 13 innings. Chopra also acknowledged the additional option of Adam Zampa, albeit at the cost of dropping an overseas player.

Zampa, who played six matches for RR last season, managed to scalp eight wickets at an economy rate of 8.54. Alongside the spin web, Rajasthan Royals boast a well-balanced fast bowling unit led by experienced campaigner Trent Boult, supported by Avesh Khan, Navdeep Saini, and Sandeep Sharma.

The team's batting line up features star performers such as Jos Buttler, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and skipper Sanju Samson, ensuring a formidable presence in all departments.

Chopra expressed optimism about Rajasthan Royals' prospects, affirming, "They look a well-balanced unit this season."

Chahal, with 187 wickets in 145 IPL matches, holds the record for the most wickets by any bowler in IPL history. Ashwin, on the other hand, has contributed significantly with 171 wickets in 197 IPL matches. Their right-arm leg-spin and off-spin, respectively, are expected to play pivotal roles in Rajasthan Royals' IPL journey.

The Rajasthan Royals are set to commence their IPL 2024 campaign against Lucknow Super Giants on 24th March at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur.