3 INDIAN BOWLERS WHO CAN STOP NZ FROM WINNING THE WTC
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ISHANT SHARMA
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Ishant Sharma is the spearhead of the Indian pace attack in Tests. He is nothing short of experience and has become an improved bowler in the last couple of years. The 32-year-old recorded a five-wicket haul in India's first ever pink ball Test match against Bangladesh in 2019.
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Ishant has reaped massive dividends by consistently bowling in the right areas. He has scalped 36 wickets from his 11 matches in the World Test Championship (WTC). Virat Kohli will bank on his premier fast bowler to dent the opposition in the much-awaited clash.
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JASPRIT BUMRAH
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Over the years, Jasprit Bumrah has graduated from being a top bowler in the shortest format of the game to one of the most lethal ones in Test cricket. With his uncanny bowling action, the 27-year-old showcased his immense talent in India's first away series in the WTC - against West Indies.
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He picked up a hat-trick in the second Test match. In the same innings, he recorded his career-best figures of 6/27. Bumrah's consistency will be key to India's success. His variety of skills makes him the player to watch out for in the iconic final in Southampton, England.
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RAVICHANDRAN ASHWIN
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Ravichandran Ashwin has been one of the mainstays in India's bowling unit in the longest format of the game. The premier off-spinner has been in sublime form throughout the WTC. In 13 matches, he has scalped 67 wickets, comprising 4 five-wicket hauls.
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Ashwin has been especially effective against left-handers, and three of the top five batters in the New Zealand lineup are lefties. The 34-year-old's prowess against them should pose a significant threat. Ashwin will also be high on confidence after recording 400 Test wickets recently.
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