Ravichandran Ashwin Voices Concerns Over Sanju Samson’s Form
Former Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has expressed deep concern regarding Sanju Samson’s recent struggles on the cricket field. With Samson sidelined for a month due to a fracture in his right index finger, Ashwin believes that unless he finds a way to overcome this slump, his mind may start “playing tricks” on him.
Samson’s performance in the recent series against England was disappointing, accumulating only 51 runs across five matches. Ashwin pointed out that such a string of dismissals can lead to a barrage of questions in a player’s mind—are they facing quality bowling, or do they have inherent shortcomings? This mental turmoil can make it increasingly difficult to perform.
Ashwin has not only focused on Samson but also addressed the out-of-form captain Suryakumar Yadav, urging him to rethink his strategy. With Yadav contributing just 28 runs in the series, Ashwin emphasized the need for him to adapt his approach to counter the bowling attacks effectively.
In his discussion, Ashwin referenced legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, who advised players to harness their subconscious mind through repetitive practice. He cautioned that confusion in a player’s subconscious can drastically alter their batting performance.
Moreover, Ashwin highlighted that failures are part and parcel of T20 cricket. Instead of fixating on the failures themselves, he suggested that players should focus on their decision-making processes and how they handle pressure. “T20 cricket is about failures; it’s about how you manage them,” he stated.
As the cricketing world watches closely, Ashwin’s insights serve as a reminder of the psychological challenges athletes face, particularly in high-pressure formats like T20.
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