IND vs AUS: R Ashwin a gun bowler, facing new balls on turners the hardest challenge - Usman Khawaja

Updated : Feb 09, 2023 09:03
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With Australia aiming for the elusive Test series win in India, opener Usman Khawaja termed facing the R Ashwin-led Indian spin attack the hardest challenge of the four-match series that starts on February 9. 

Speaking to the Sydney Morning Herald, Khawaja said that the Kangaroos have learned in the past 10 years about the types of wickets they can get in India. 

Also read: 'Winning in India bigger than Ashes': Australian Cricket team on facing India

Khawaja, who was recently named Australia's Test cricketer of the year, also stated that Ashwin is a gun bowler. He called the Indian offie a very skillful bowler who has got tricky variations in his arsenal. Khawaja also said the Aussies are mindful of how Ashwin used the crease to his great advantage. 

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