Muttiah Muralitharan, the renowned spinner from Sri Lanka, has raised concerns about the evolving style of India’s young spin bowlers, suggesting that they are drifting away from the traditional art of spin in a bid to limit big hits.
With an impressive record of 800 wickets in Test cricket, Muralitharan currently serves as the strategic coach for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League T20. Expressing his observations, Muralitharan pointed out that a prevalent issue among Indian spinners is their tendency to bowl at a quicker pace, thereby compromising on the spin aspect. He emphasized the importance of imparting spin to the ball, as it poses greater challenges for batsmen.
According to Muralitharan, many spinners in India fail to generate significant spin on the ball, making it easier for batsmen to anticipate and counter their deliveries. He highlighted the dilemma faced by batsmen during net practice sessions, where balls typically come straight at them, leading to a preconceived approach while facing spin. However, when confronted with turning deliveries during matches, batsmen struggle to adapt quickly, resulting in missed opportunities for spin bowlers.
Muralitharan stressed the need for spinners to master the art of spinning the ball effectively, as it presents them with better chances of outsmarting batsmen. By honing their spinning skills, spinners can create uncertainty and discomfort for batsmen, thereby enhancing their effectiveness on the field.
