Ravi Shastri backs Anshul Kamboj as India's workhorse for New Zealand Tests
· Sports · Times of India, NDTV Sports
Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has endorsed pacer Anshul Kamboj as a potential workhorse for the two-Test series against New Zealand beginning in Wellington on November 19. India have named five fast bowlers in their 16-member squad: Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Akash Deep and Kamboj. Shastri said the 25-year-old Chennai Super Kings bowler can bowl long spells, hold one end in windy conditions and contributes with the bat. Kamboj made his Test debut against England earlier this year, taking one wicket for 89 runs in 18 overs before being dropped, but has impressed on the ongoing New Zealand tour after an ODI debut against the West Indies on October 3.
Why it matters
Kamboj's selection and Shastri's backing signal India's intent to use a sixth bowling option who can bat, adding depth to the attack for the New Zealand Tests.
Read the original report — Times of India
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