In the opening match of the five-match T20I series between India and England At the iconic Eden Gardens, Kolkata, the hosts triumphed with a resounding seven-wicket victory. India now leads the series 1-0, thanks to a brilliant performance from their ace spinner, Varun Chakrabortywho dismantled the English batting line-up with his clever variations and pinpoint accuracy.
Chakravarthy’s spell was the cornerstone of India’s success. The right leg-spinner bowled a remarkable four-over spell, claiming three crucial wickets and conceding just 23 runs. His performance earned him the Man of the Match award and widespread praise from cricket experts, including former England captain. Michael Vaughan.
Micheal Vaughan praises Varun Chakravarthy’s brilliance
Impressed by Chakravarthy’s brilliance, Vaughan praised Indian spinner Chakravarthy, highlighting his deft and deceptive artistry. The former England batsman described the Tamil Nadu bowler as a “lovely mystery spinner” who returns the ball to right-handers, occasionally holds one and constantly targets the stumps. While he is not a great ball turner, his subtle variations make him difficult to face. Vaughan emphasized Chakravarthy’s coherence and intelligence, urging England to take a different approach to counter him.
“Chakravarthy is a charming mystery spinner who returns the ball to right-handers. Every once in a while, he just holds one. He’s not a great ball bowler, but he does enough, which makes it very difficult – he always brings the stumps into play. He is very consistent and also very intelligent. England have to find a different method to try and put pressure on him.” Vaughan said in an interview with Cricbuzz.
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Vaughan praises Chakravarthy’s craftsmanship
Vaughan further expressed his admiration for Chakravarthy’s bowling, highlighting his low-key, old-fashioned celebratory 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 walks away in some kind of old-fashioned celebration, ” former England captain aggregate.