In the world of constant cricket controversies, few carry as much weight as the title “”.Best Drummer of the Decade.” Legend of Indian spin Ravichandran Ashwin He recently focused on this high-level discussion in a new video series called Game Changers of the Decade. Known for his analytical mind and deep tactical understanding of the game, Ashwin used the platform to look back on the last decade of international cricket and became the ultimate run machine.
Elite five nominations for the best of the decade
Before presenting his top selection, Ashwin admitted that the competition is incredibly tough and highlighted five specific names that define modern batting excellence. He pointed to his star turn, or rather his continued dominance Joe Rootwho from 2020″runs in tons.” Root’s consistency in Test cricket has made him a statistical prodigy, approaching legendary records.
Ashwin also praised Steve Smith for his unparalleled scoring ability”high pressure runs” noted his unique technique and mental strength in the longest format. Rohit Sharmanote “from another world” and to express that it will be “deep injustice“Not to mention the impact of the Indian captain. Rounding out the elite was New Zealand’s tactical genius. Kane Williamson and always dangerous David Warnerboth of them credited Ashwin for his incredible longevity and match-winning capabilities across formats.
Ravichandran calls Ashwin the world’s best batsman of the decade
Despite the brilliance of the other four, Ashwin was unequivocal in his final decision: Virat Kohli It’s the Best Battery of the Decade. Ashwin based his selection on Kohli’s sheer volume of runs and his uncanny ability to adapt to all three formats of the game. He amassed Kohli’s staggering statistics – over 6,000 Test runs and 7,000 ODI runs in a decade – his “complete perfection.”
“If you have to punch a name that has been doing the rounds between formats… Yes, I’m talking about none other than Virat Kohli himselfsaid Ashwin.
The off-spinner emphasized that what really sets Kohli apart from his peers like Smith and Root is his T20 adaptability. He specifically mentioned Kohli’s masterclass against Australia in the 2016 T20 World Cup quarter-finals in Mohali, citing it as a perfect example of what Kohli can do.chase and close the T20 game.”
Ashwin further justified his selection by pointing to Kohli’s recent accolades, including his award Player of the Tournament in the 2023 ODI World Cup and 2024 T20 World Cup Final Player. For Ashwin, Kohli’s legacy is not just about numbers; it’s about his ability to perform when the lights are brightest.
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