Ravichandran Ashwin, one of India’s finest spin bowlers, recently shared his thoughts on the ongoing Duleep Trophy, pointing out a major mistake that batsmen are making in domestic cricket. According to Ashwin, many players still use the old technique of keeping the bat behind the pad while playing on the front foot, which can now lead to serious consequences due to the Decision Review System (DRS).
During a match between India C and India D, batsman Ricky Bhui was given out LBW on Manav Suthar’s delivery. Initially, the on-field umpire didn’t agree with the bowler’s appeal, but after a DRS review, the decision was reversed, and Bhui was declared out. Ashwin highlighted this incident on social media, explaining how this technique has become risky with the introduction of DRS.
Ashwin’s Take on Batting Technique and DRS
In his post, Ashwin emphasized that batsmen need to adapt their techniques, especially in domestic cricket. Earlier, players could survive using this front-foot defense style without worrying too much. But now, with DRS in place, this approach can lead to frequent dismissals. He mentioned that a batsman using this outdated technique could be out 10 times out of 10 under DRS, making it a major disadvantage for players.
Ashwin’s concern is that if players do not fix this flaw at the domestic level, it could affect their chances at the international level. By the time they realize their mistake, they might already lose their spot in the national team.
DRS a Big Change in Indian Domestic Cricket
For a long time, the Decision Review System (DRS) was only used in international matches, but in the 2019-20 Ranji Trophy season, it was finally introduced to Indian domestic cricket. Ashwin, being a seasoned player, thanked the BCCI for this step. He believes DRS can help batsmen correct their mistakes early, making them better prepared for international cricket.
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By bringing attention to this issue, Ashwin hopes that young batsmen will adapt and improve their techniques in domestic tournaments like the Duleep Trophy. For Ashwin, DRS is not just a tool for fairness, but also a way for players to learn and grow, ensuring they are ready for the challenges of modern cricket.
