Ravi Ashwin names India's standout performer in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023

Indian spinner Ravi Ashwin played only one match in the entire ICC Cricket World Cup 2023.

The ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 has been a roller-coaster of emotions for Indian cricket fans. Players and fans are still emerging out of the loss the team suffered in the final match of the tournament against Australia in Ahmedabad.

In the midst of all this, Indian cricketer Ravi Ashwin has picked out his standout performer of the tournament. Ashwin, who was a last minute inclusion in the squad played only one match of the tournament which was India's first game of the tournament against Australia in Chennai. Ashwin picked one wicket and thereafter was benched for rest of the tournament.

Ravi Ashwin picks his standout performer

Ashwin showered praise for none other than Shreyas Iyer. On his Youtube channel, Ashwin highlighted Iyer's exceptional contributions, marking him as India's star player in the tournament. Shreyas Iyer score 530 runs in the whole tournament which included 2 hundreds and 3 fifties.

Ravi Ashwin, known for his astute observations and wealth of cricketing experience, took note of Shreyas Iyer's outstanding efforts on the field.

Ashwin said, "Batting against spin and taking them down is Shreyas' speciality, and he is a standout performer. Chasing excellence is a rare commodity in sports. If somebody does something unique, people, instead of appreciating it, tell them not to do it,"

Iyer's batting skills has been a key factor in India's success, with crucial innings that steered the team to victories. Ashwin acknowledged Iyer's ability to handle pressure situations and shed light on the young cricketer's mental resilience, a quality essential in high-stakes tournaments like the Cricket World Cup.

Furthermore, Ashwin praised Iyer's adaptability, stating, "What I love about Shreyas is that he chases excellence; he took a note to master the pull shot and worked on it. He got out on it but look at the number of balls he put away to the boundary. Balls were sent to the mid-wicket region and behind the square, which shows he is ready for that ball. He hit fast bowlers above mid-off, definitely the sign of a champion batter developing for India." This versatility has undoubtedly contributed to India's success, making Iyer a vital asset for the team.

Shreyas Iyer's contributions have not only caught the attention of fans but have also earned the admiration of senior players like Ravi Ashwin. Iyer's standout performances with the bat, combined with his ability to thrive under pressure, make him a key player for India.