Ravichandran Ashwin has voiced his disagreement with the team management's decision to bench Axar Patel for the crucial T20 World Cup Super 8 match against South Africa. Ashwin argued that while match-up strategies are common in franchise cricket, international tournaments demand team stability, highlighting Axar's proven T20 prowess and past crucial performances.

Ravichandran Ashwin criticised Pakistan's decision to bowl first after winning the toss in their T20 World Cup loss to India, deeming it the match's turning point. He highlighted Pakistan's tactical errors, including bowling choices and pressure handling, as key factors in their defeat.

India has advanced to the Super 8s of the T20 World Cup, showcasing strong collective effort despite not always being at their fluent best. Ravichandran Ashwin highlighted the team's batting depth and the crucial bowling spells from Varun Chakaravarthy and Jasprit Bumrah. The article also notes other teams qualifying for the Super 8s and the 2028 World Cup.

Ravichandran Ashwin criticised Pakistan's decision to bowl first after winning the toss in their T20 World Cup loss to India, deeming it the match's turning point. He highlighted Pakistan's tactical errors, including bowling choices and pressure handling, as key factors in their defeat.