Former Cricketer Backs Bishnoi After Tough Outing
Former India cricketer has come to the defence of young leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi after his disappointing performance in the second T20I against England. Bishnoi conceded 42 runs in his four overs without taking a wicket as England chased down a target of 170 with ease.
The former cricketer, speaking to media, said that it is too early to judge Bishnoi and that he needs time to develop. "Ravi is a talented bowler but he is still learning. You cannot expect him to be perfect every game. The team management should back him," he said.
Bishnoi's Performance Under Scrutiny
Bishnoi's figures of 0/42 in the second T20I have drawn criticism from fans and experts. However, the former cricketer pointed out that Bishnoi has performed well in the past and should not be dropped based on one poor match. "He has taken wickets in domestic cricket and for India A. He has the skills," the former cricketer added.
England's batsmen targeted Bishnoi, hitting him for boundaries and sixes. The young bowler struggled with his line and length, often bowling full tosses and short balls that were put away.
Need for Patience with Young Players
The former cricketer emphasized the importance of patience with young players in international cricket. "When you bring in a young player, you have to give him a long run. Dropping him after one bad game will not help his confidence," he said.
India's bowling attack has been inconsistent in the T20I series against England, with other bowlers also going for runs. The team management has been rotating players to test combinations ahead of the T20 World Cup.
Bishnoi's Career So Far
Ravi Bishnoi has played 7 T20Is for India, taking 8 wickets at an average of 24.25. He made his debut in 2022 and has been part of the squad for the ongoing series against England. His best figures are 3/24 against Sri Lanka.
The former cricketer believes that Bishnoi will come back stronger. "He is a fighter. He will learn from this experience and improve," he concluded.
