WTC Final 2023 | How Has Ravichandran Ashwin Performed At The Oval?

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Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin is preparing to take on Australia in the high-octane World Test Championship (WTC) final, scheduled to commence on Wednesday at The Oval in London. Throughout his illustrious career, Ashwin has consistently exhibited impressive bowling when facing the Australian team.

The veteran bowler's exceptional ability to manipulate variations in spin and pace, coupled with his remarkable control over line and length, has persistently posed significant challenges for Australian batsmen. 

Nevertheless, a shadow of uncertainty hovers over Ashwin's inclusion in the Indian playing XI due to the prevailing conditions at The Oval in London. The composition of the team is intriguing, as there remains speculation regarding India's decision to field both Ravindra Jadeja and Ashwin or opt for an additional fast bowler.

Although Ashwin's remarkable track record and consistent form advocate for his inclusion, the prevailing conditions at The Oval suggest otherwise. The unique characteristics of the venue might sway the team management's decision.

Ahead of the WTC Final, it is worthwhile to examine Ashwin's performance record at The Oval, in addition to his overall statistics in English conditions and against Australian batsmen in Test matches.

Ravichandran Ashwin record at The Oval

Ashwin has just played a solitary Test at the Oval and his performance there was decent. The office bagged three wickets in his only Test at the venue. It remains to be seen whether the prevailing conditions at the iconic ground align with his strengths, thereby potentially influencing his impact in the match.

  • Matches: 1
  • Overs: 21.3
  • Runs conceded: 72
  • Wickets taken: 3
  • Best: 3/72
  • Average: 24.00
  • Strike rate: 43.00
  • Economy rate: 3.35

Ravichandran Ashwin record in England

In English conditions overall, Ashwin has exhibited his skills satisfactorily and has grabbed wickets at an average of 28.11. His ability to adapt to challenging circumstances will take centre stage when India take on Australia in the high-stakes encounter

  • Matches: 7
  • Overs: 200.1
  • Runs conceded: 506
  • Wickets taken: 18
  • Best: 4/62
  • Average: 28.11
  • Strike rate: 66.72
  • Economy rate: 2.53




Ravichandran Ashwin record vs Australia

When pitted against the Aussies, Ashwin has demonstrated his prowess time and again. His ability to outfox and outmaneuver the Australian batters with his different variations and precision has contributed significantly to his success in Test cricket.

  • Matches: 22
  • Overs: 1193.5
  • Runs conceded: 3234
  • Wickets taken: 114
  • Five-wicket hauls: 7
  • Best: 7/103
  • Average: 28.37
  • Strike rate: 62.83
  • Economy rate: 2.71

As the world eagerly awaits the WTC final, the decision regarding Ashwin's inclusion in India's playing XI will undoubtedly be a pivotal one. The team management's choice, whether to entrust both Ashwin and Jadeja or favour an additional pace bowler, will be a subject of intense scrutiny. 

Ultimately, the final decision will be dictated by a careful evaluation of the prevailing conditions, in conjunction with the wealth of experience and expertise possessed by the Indian cricketing brain trust.