In the opener of the five-match T20I series India and England The hosts cruised to victory by seven wickets at Kolkata’s iconic Eden Gardens. India now lead the series 1-0 thanks to a brilliant performance from their ace spinner, Varun Chakrabortywho devastated the English batting line-up with his clever changes and pinpoint accuracy.
Chakravarthy’s mantra is the cornerstone of India’s success. The right-arm leg-spinner had a stunning four-over spell, taking three crucial wickets while conceding just 23 runs. His performance earned him the Man of the Match award and widespread praise from cricket experts, including the former England captain Michael Vaughn.
Micheal Vaughan praises Varun Chakravarthy’s talent
Warne, who was impressed by Chakravarthy’s talent, praised Indian spinner Chakravarthy, highlighting his deft skills and deceptive skills. The former England batsman described the Tamil Nadu bowler as a “lovable mystery spinner” who brings the ball back to his right hand, occasionally lifts it and always aims at the stumps. Although his ability to turn the ball is not very strong, his subtle changes make him difficult to face. Warne highlighted Chakravarthy’s consistency and intelligence, urging England to take a different approach against him.
“Chakravarthy is a lovely enigmatic spinner – one who can bring the ball back to right-handers. Every now and then, he would hold one up. He wasn’t a great spinner but he could spin the ball enough that it made the game very difficult – always letting the stumps come into play. He’s very consistent and very smart. England must find a different way to put pressure on him,” Vaughan said in an interview with Cricbuzz.
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Vaughn praises Chakravarthy’s craftsmanship
Warne further expressed his admiration for Chakravarthy’s bowling and highlighted his low-key, old-fashioned celebration style of simply walking away after taking a wicket. “I love watching him bowl because when he gets a wicket, he doesn’t celebrate. He just walked away in an old-fashioned way of celebrating, “Previous England captain additional.