Fair to have high expectations from Kuldeep: Zaheer Khan
The prevailing heatwave in England provides a perfect opportunity to play two specialist spinners, said former India pace spearhead Zaheer Khan, who sees no harm in people having high expectations from the young left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav in the upcoming five-Test series starting August 1.
“Yes, if conditions are hot, it may be difficult for fast bowlers but then you always have the option to play two specialist spinners,” said Zaheer.
“If the conditions remain like that, they (Indian team management) might be tempted to play two spinners.”
Kuldeep has been the talk of the town with his impressive show in limited-overs matches. Asked if too much pressure is being put on the young spinner, Zaheer didn’t agree.
“Why shouldn’t there be expectations? The expectations have grown since he has done well at the international level. When you do well, it is bound to happen and he (Kuldeep) will have to handle that.”
The architect of India’s last Test series win in England (in 2007) feels that despite defeat, the South Africa series is an indicator that Virat Kohli’s men are on the right direction as far as the longest format is concerned.
“Yes, they lost the Test series (1-2) but the way the fought back in the final Test was impressive. The energy and approach they showed gives me a lot of hope,” said India’s best ever left-arm fast bowler.
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