Ashwin's Controversial Suggestion: Day T20s to Save Bowlers' Careers

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News18•24-01-2026, 18:27
Ashwin's Controversial Suggestion: Day T20s to Save Bowlers' Careers
- •Ravichandran Ashwin suggests playing T20 matches during the day to counter the impact of dew, which heavily favors batsmen.
- •He highlighted the second T20 between India and New Zealand where India easily chased 209 runs due to dew, making it difficult for bowlers.
- •Ashwin believes dew creates an 'imbalance between bat and ball,' where even good deliveries yield runs, diminishing bowlers' effectiveness.
- •He argues that playing in the afternoon would make scores of 160-165 competitive, citing the 2023 World Cup final as an example.
- •Ashwin warns that bowlers' careers could be jeopardized if they are judged on performances in dew-affected conditions, not due to lack of skill.
Why It Matters: Ashwin advocates for day T20 matches to restore balance between bat and ball, protecting bowlers from dew's impact.
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