NEW DELHI: India’s premier spinner Ravichandran Ashwin is not a part of India’s preliminary squad for the ICC World Cup 2023. However, Ashwin stays optimistic about securing a spot among the many 15-member squad representing India within the quest for the coveted trophy. India’s journey within the 2023 World Cup will begin on October 8 in Chennai in opposition to Australia.
The unlucky harm to all-rounder Axar Patel has created a possible emptiness, and Ashwin is leaving no stone unturned in his efforts to say that place ought to Axar fail to get better in time for the mega match.
India captain Rohit Sharma has additionally voiced his help for Ashwin’s inclusion, stating that Ashwin is “very much in line” to make the World Cup squad.

Before the primary ODI in opposition to Australia on Friday, Ashwin’s final look in an ODI for India was in January 2022, throughout a match in opposition to South Africa.
Following India’s convincing 5-wicket victory over Australia in Mohali, Ashwin, who claimed the wicket of Marnus Labuschagne whereas conceding 47 runs in his allotted 10 overs, was noticed partaking in batting apply.
A video capturing this second was shared by a consumer on social media after the match had concluded in Mohali.

“How cool is that?” former India cricketer Abhishek Nayar mentioned on digicam.
“He (Ashwin) is batting right in the centre, he’s got a net out. And that’s where the support staff really works hard. It’s past 10, it’s late and they are still going. He’s got Rahul Dravid at square leg, Vikram Rathour at slips, Mark Waugh at fine leg, so it’s a terrific part of the preparation. I’m sure the management has told him to work on his batting.”
During an interview on bcci.television, Ashwin had admitted that the ODI collection in opposition to Australia ODIs is a ‘big opportunity’ for him.
“It’s a great opportunity for me. I have always said over the last 3-4 years that it’s not about what I want to achieve in these opportunities. I just want to enjoy myself, give myself the best chance. When I went back from West Indies, I took a break, played a few club games. The team management has kept me in loop and told me to just stay ready whenever there is a chance. I was just touching base with my fitness. Started bowling a few sessions,” Ashwin mentioned.
“I want to bring something different to the table so I have been working on some angles because one-day cricket is not just about spin anymore. It’s more about the angles, the usage of the crease, its depth. I’m trying to put myself in a zone of discomfort, to try and push barriers as always because for me what comes first is the pride of my performance and what best abilities and talent I can showcase,” he added.