India’s head coach Rahul Dravid has said that R Ashwin was always a part of the plans in ODIs in case of an injury. Dravid feels Ashwin can perform despite not playing in the format for a long time.
Ashwin was named in the squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia. He was recalled after Axar Patel was injured during the Asia Cup 2023.
“Having him back is always good. He is skillful with the ball and can contribute as a batter as well. He was always a part of our plans in case of injuries. I know he hasn’t played that many ODIs in recent times but he can deal with that,” he said.
The experienced bowler played his last ODI in January 2022 in South Africa.