R Ashwin vs Ravindra Jadeja: How Has The Spin Duo Performed At Adelaide Oval?

R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja (Source:@LoyalSachinFan,x.com)

India, fresh off their commanding victory in Perth, will look to continue their dominance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy when they face Australia in the second Test at the Adelaide Oval, starting on Friday (December 6). 

The second Test will mark the return of captain Rohit Sharma, who will now bat in the middle-order. This move has prompted a reshuffle at the top of the order, with in-form KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal at the top. However, the big question is on team’s composition that revolves around the inclusion of India's ace spinners Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja. It is important to note that both the players had been excluded from the playing XI for the Perth Test. 

R Ashwin Remarkable Record At Adelaide Oval

R Ashwin’s record at the Adelaide Oval stands out and it is important to see his record ahead of the second Test. The off-spinner has been standout performer for India, especially in the pink-ball format. In the 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Ashwin’s match-winning spell in the second innings in which he took 4 wickets for 55 runs, played a crucial role in India’s historic victory. 

Ashwin’s overall numbers at the Adelaide Oval further bolster his case for selection. In three Test matches at this venue, he has taken 16 wickets in 6 innings at an impressive economy rate of 2.65. 

What Is R. Ashwin's Overall Stats At Adelaide?

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Ravindra Jadeja's Record At Adelaide Oval

It’s worth noting that Ravindra Jadeja has yet to make his debut at Adelaide Oval in Test cricket. He wasn’t included in the playing XI for the recent Perth Test, and it seems unlikely he will feature in the lineup for the upcoming second Test in Adelaide. 

Typically, Australian pitches are not conducive to spinner-friendly conditions, leading teams to commonly select only one spinner. Given Washington Sundar's impressive performance in the Perth Test and current form, it’s anticipated that India will opt to include him as their sole spinner for the Adelaide Test.

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