Former India cricketer Subramaniam Badrinath has sparked debate by claiming that Varun Chakaravarthy is a more valuable player than Jasprit Bumrah in T20 cricket. Varun has emerged as India’s go-to bowler in the shortest format, earning the title of world number-1 T20I bowler. Despite his initial struggles, Varun’s consistent performances in the IPL earned him a spot back in the Indian team, where he has excelled.
Badrinath praised Varun for his evolution and consistency, stating that he has become India’s most dependable bowler across all phases of the game. He highlighted Varun’s remarkable resurgence after being dropped from the team due to fitness issues, asserting that he has taken his game to the next level.
Ravichandran Ashwin also echoed similar sentiments, noting how teams now focus on strategizing against Varun and Abhishek Sharma, shifting away from the traditional focus on handling Bumrah. Badrinath believes Varun will be a crucial factor for India’s success in the upcoming T20 World Cup on home soil, emphasizing that when Varun performs well, India tends to win.
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