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‘One Of The Toughest Bowlers I Have Ever Played’ - AB de Villiers Rates Ashwin As The Best

image-lsx9uf1yRavichandran Ashwin (X.com)

Ravichandran Ashwin recently achieved a rare milestone as he picked 500 wickets in test cricket for the Indian cricket team as he became the second fastest cricketer in the world and the fastest Indian to achieve this record. 

Ashwin surpassed the previous record holder Anil Kumble, And has been receiving praises from the Cricket fraternity for his recent milestone.

Former South African captain and one of the most attacking batsman in the history of cricket, AB de Villiers recently congratulated Ashwin for his milestone exclusively on his YouTube channel. De Villiers admitted that Ravichandran Ashwin has been one of the most difficult bowlers he has faced in his cricket career.



AB de Villiers on Ravichandran Ashwin’s clever variations on the field to trap the batsmen

Mr. 360° lauded Ravichandran Ashwin for being an incredible asset for the Indian team with both bat and the ball, considering he has been the world’s best Test All-Rounder in the ICC Men’s All-Rounder rankings. He said,

"What a fantastic achievement! Congratulations Ash, you are one of the toughest bowlers I have ever played against - an incredible asset for the Indian cricket team with both bat and ball. He's been a stalwart, but not always getting enough credit for what he is and the role he plays in the Indian team. What a legend!"

While talking about Ashwin’s unique abilities to mould the pace and bounce of the ball, while introducing variations on the field, AB de Villiers said,

"The one thing that stands out is he's (Ashwin) a tall guy, so he's got natural variation and bounce. He's got subtle changes with his wrist - undercut more and get over the top a little bit more. He's also got the carrom ball and the leg-spin - bowls all kinds of deliveries. However, his strength is his accuracy, knowledge of the game and patience."