Ashwin's experience makes him considerable for World Cup squad: Gautam Gambhir

Recently retired star cricketer Gautam Gambhir believes that senior star off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin should be considered for inclusion in the ICC World Cup 2019 squad

Recently retired star cricketer Gautam Gambhir believes that senior star off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin should be considered for inclusion in the Indian squad for the ICC World Cup 2019. The star of the 2011 World Cup feels that Ashwin is a premier spinner and his experience will come in handy in the upcoming prestigious tournament, scheduled to start from May 30 in England and Wales.  

Gambhir also said that if any situation comes to replace any of the wrist spin duo of young bowler Kuldeep Yadav or Yuzvendra Chahal, he definitely would like Chennai bowler to be a part of his squad in the World Cup tournament.

"He (Ashwin) can be considered for the World Cup team as he is a premier spinner who has 300 Test wickets to his name. So, for me, if I ever must replace a Kuldeep or Chahal, I will pick up Ashwin," Gambhir was quoted as saying by Star Sports after India lost the fourth ODI to hosts New Zealand by 8 wickets.

"Also, he has a great temperament and has played a major role in winning many tournament titles. So, that experience will come in handy," the former Delhi skipper added.

Ashwin has been out of India's ODI action since 2017 when he last played against the West Indies at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium on June 30 after which Chahal and Kuldeep have become the frontline spinners for the men-in-blue in the limited overs format.