Ashwin Backs Rinku for T20 WC: 'Monster Hitter' Against Pace Needed

• Ravichandran Ashwin advocates for Rinku Singh's inclusion in the T20 World Cup squad.
• Ashwin believes India needs a strong hitter against pacers to complement Hardik Pandya.
• He highlights Rinku Singh's superior numbers against pace bowling compared to Jitesh Sharma.
• Jitesh Sharma is a 'monster hitter' against spin, but Rinku excels against pace, especially at innings' end.
• Ashwin also states India are firm favorites for the 2026 T20 World Cup.

Why It Matters: Ashwin champions Rinku Singh for T20 WC, citing his crucial ability to hit pacers.